Assume Leadership Roles as Responsible Family Members and Citizens

  • 1.

    Utilize FCCLA program(s) to address housing environments and design issues  

  • 2.

    Utilize leadership qualities and skills for problem solving  

  • 3.

     Utilize leadership qualities and skills to influence change in the living environment  

Select Living Environments

  • 1.

    Analyze needs, values and goals as they relate to lifestyle and life cycle

  • 2.

    Describe the components of the macro-environment to include quality of life, neighborhood and community 

  • 3.

    Recognize the historical and social influences on housing 

  • 4.

    Identify social and environmental factors affecting housing costs and choices

  • 5.

    Analyze housing needs of special populations 

  • 6.

    Investigate procedures, legal, and financial responsibilities for obtaining housing  

Create Living Environments

  • 1.

    Apply elements and principles of design

  • 2.

    Examine the concept of universal design

  • 3.

    Evaluate construction drawings for individual and family needs 

  • 4.

    Demonstrate computer-aided design for housing 

  • 5.

    Examine materials and methods for residential construction 

  • 6.

    Compare qualities of furnishings, fabrics, equipment and finishes 

  • 7.

     Analyze design trends   

Evaluate Health and Safety in Living Environments

  • 1.

    Examine factors related to healthy homes

  • 2.

    Identify factors related to home safety and security 

  • 3.

    Analyze modifications for living environments to meet the needs of specific populations  

Utilize Design Communication Skills

  • 1.

    Demonstrate effective verbal, nonverbal, written, and electronic communication skills 

  • 2.

    Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills including conflict resolutions, negotiation, teamwork, and leadership

  • 3.

    Justify design ideas though visual and verbal presentations  

Analyze Key Careers

  • 1.

    Identify career clusters related to housing environments and design

  • 2.

    Assess personal characteristics and professional requirements for occupations related to housing environments and design 

  • 3.

    Investigate working conditions, income and employment outlook for specific careers 

  • 4.

    Research entrepreneurial options related to housing environments and design  

Explain and demonstrate skills in a specialization area identified by the instructor

  • G.

    Explain and demonstrate skills in a specialization area identified by the instructor

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12