Preparing Students for Life — At Home, Work, and Community

The Family & Consumer Sciences program at Roanoke Rapids Graded School District helps students develop essential life skills and prepares them for careers in areas such as child development, nutrition, fashion, interior design, hospitality, and family services. Through a mix of classroom instruction, hands-on labs, and real-world experiences, students learn how to manage resources, care for families, and engage in creative, practical problem solving.

Course Offerings

Below are representative courses that may be offered in the FCS pathway:

• Introduction to Family & Consumer Sciences

• Nutrition & Wellness

• Child Development & Parenting

• Fashion Design & Textiles

• Interior Design & Housing

• Culinary Arts I & II

• Personal Finance & Consumer Skills

• Early Childhood Education

• Hospitality & Food Service

• Independent Living Skills

Why Choose FCS?

• Gain practical skills you’ll use in everyday life — from budgeting to cooking to nurturing family relationships

• Explore career pathways in education, hospitality, design, childcare, and human services

• Participate in hands-on learning and real-world applications

• Join leadership & career clubs like FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) to develop leadership, community service, and personal growth

Student Leadership & Enrichment

Students in the FCS program can get involved in FCCLA, a national career and technical student organization that offers opportunities for leadership, competitive events, community service, and personal development. FCS courses often incorporate work-based learning, internships, and industry partnerships to give students real insights into their future fields.