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Mrs. Mahar's FCS Classes: Hands-On Learning Highlights

Posted Date: 11/21/25 (03:18 PM)


Students in Mrs. Mahar's Family and Consumer Science courses have been focused on skill-building through a series of practical projects.

  • Child Development: 7th and 8th graders explored the concept of Multiple Intelligences using the Mr. Potato Head activity, gaining insight into varied learning and developmental styles.
  • Culinary Skills: The Foods for Life class demonstrated their cooking expertise, collaboration, and hospitality skills by successfully executing a Friendsgiving feast.
  • Sewing and Practicality: 7th graders completed their first sewing experience, creating a bag designed to hold a special gift: a premixed cookie mix.