Family & Consumer Science

Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) Education empowers individuals to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse global society. Students develop human literacy as they master a complex set of essential skills and knowledge needed to achieve quality of life. They gain career preparedness as they acquire readiness to participate in a rapidly changing workforce and global economy.

Family and Consumer Sciences students prepare for family life, work life, and careers in eight core areas:

  • Consumer Education and Resource Management

  • Early Childhood Education and Services

  • Family and Interpersonal Relationships

  • Food Production and Services

  • Foods, Nutrition and Wellness

  • Housing, Interiors and Design

  • Parenting Education and Human Development

  • Textiles, Apparel and Fashion

See an advisor to join FCCLA.  FCCLA provides leadership opportunities both inside and beyond the classroom. Students develop self-confidence, participate in peer education, tackle current issues, and learn to manage resources and achieve goals.

FACS courses offered:

  • Foods & Nutrition I

  • Foods & Nutrition II

  • Child Development

  • Honors Early Childhood Education I 

  • Honors Early Childhood Education II 

Meet the Teachers!

Ms. Erica Alexander

Mrs. Karrie Edwards

Bachelor of Science, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, East Carolina University

Associate of Applied Science, Medical Administration, Johnston Community College