Healthy Living II
Students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to become informed and safe consumers and handlers of food. Students gain knowledge and skills in acquiring and practicing a healthy lifestyle using dietary guidelines that will reduce the risks of chronic disease and unsafe habits. They evaluate information related to advances in food technology, nutrition and safety. Students will master the skills required to safely prepare and store food, reducing the risk of food borne illness. Students will evaluate the impact of consumer choice on the environment and the global community. This class will generally cook once a week and may include demonstrations by guests. Students will be required to complete a semester project relating to food safety, sanitation, health, and wellness.