Course Offerings and Descriptions

703/2 CULINARY ARTS

1 semester; 1 credit
Culinary Arts is a course which exposes students to culinary basics and principles. This course includes class- room and laboratory experiences needed to develop a knowledge and understanding of culinary principles and nutrition for people of all ages. Culinary experiences will focus on food service and preparation management using the decision-making process while meeting basic needs by applying nutrition concepts and maximizing resources when planning/preparing/serving food. Industry recognized safety and sanitation practices will be emphasized. Units of study will include fruits/vegetables, soups/salads/sauces, dairy/eggs, grains, quick/yeast breads, and meal planning/entrees. Students will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Triton College upon successful completion of the course.

704/2 BAKING AND PASTRY

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts
1 semester; 1 credit

This course will concentrate on advanced food experiences in baking and pastry making. Students will build on the beginning baking skills learned in Culinary Arts. This course provides terminology, culinary math, and practical experiences needed for the development of culinary competencies and workplace skills. Classroom experiences will develop skills to work in work stations. Units of study will include safety/sanitation, basic principles in baking, ingredients, yeast breads, breakfast breads/pastries, basic syrups, pies, tarts/cobblers, cake preparation and decoration, fondant, cookies, ice cream/sorbets, chocolate, and candy making. Students will be given the opportunity to be exposed to commercial equipment Students will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Triton College upon successful completion of course.

705 CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION 1

1 semester;1 credit

Students with knowledge of patterns and use of the sewing machine will increase their skills in clothing con- struction techniques. Projects emphasize current fashion and industry technology. Wardrobe planning is eval- uated through color and figure analysis and design elements and principles. Clothing maintenance is studied from the consumer perspective.

7061/2 CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION 2

1 semester;1 credit

Students with knowledge of patterns and use of the sewing machine will increase their skills in clothing con- struction techniques. Students incorporate design principles and personal creativity into a variety of projects. Students are responsible for providing project materials.

7071/2 GLOBAL FOODS

Prerequisite: Culinary Arts
1 semester; 1 credit
Global Foods is a culinary tour of the world and an adventure into advanced food preparation skills. This course will expand students’ horizons and broaden knowledge of other countries while developing an appreci- ation of international food customs and practices. Units of study will include safety and sanitation and region- al and international cuisine. Students will prepare foods from various regions of the United States and other continents, such as Europe, Africa, Asia, and South America. While exploring connections between what we eat and cultures around us, students will cover the history and each region’s dietary customs/needs/trends, cui- sines, and cooking methods. All of these concepts can be interpreted through culinary laboratory experiences.

912/2 Fitness and Foods

Prerequiste: Culinary Arts (Family and Consumer Science)

Open to junior and seniors. (Students may not exempt out for Athletic Study Hall. Maximum student enrollment – 48)

1 semester; 1 credit

Fitness & Foods stresses the important of healthy eating and physical activity across the lifespan. The class explores a healthy lifestyle, nutrition, wellness and helps students obtain their fitness goals. Students will be exposed to a variety of physical activities and understanding how to make fitness a part of their daily routine. Students will also learning about their nutritional needs across the lifespan. Culinary lab experiences incorpo- rate healthy meal planning options.

708 MINI-RESTAURANT

Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Prerequisite: Culinary Arts
2 semester; 2 credit
Students interested in hospitality related careers will learn about operating and running a commercial restau- rant. In this class, students will rotate through the various functions needed to operate the Kettlestrings’ Café including front and back of the house operations. This course provides terminology, culinary math, and practi- cal experiences needed for the development of culinary competencies and workplace skills. Safety and sani- tation instruction and classroom application will prepare students for an industry recognized sanitation exam. Classroom experiences will develop skills to work in the front of the house, back of the house, and worksta- tions. Additional course content includes event planning, customer service and relations, food service styles, hors d’oeuvres, quantity food production, food costing, advertising, and monitoring customer and industry trends. Students will be provided opportunity training experiences on commercial equipment and facilities to simulate those found in business and industry. Students will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Triton College upon successful completion of the course.

711/2 FASHION MERCHANDISING

1 semester;1 credit

Students interested in fashion and merchandising as a career are encouraged to take this introduction to the various areas of fashion creation, marketing, and technology. Fashion Merchandising explores both the devel- opment of fashion and the marketing and merchandising aspects of the fashion industry. Topics include textile design development and production, wardrobe planning and consumer demand, fashion buying, display, and presentation. This hands-on, project-based course encourages students to explore numerous career opportuni- ties within the fashion industry

719/2 LIFE ON YOUR OWN

Open to seniors

1 semester; 1 credit

This course prepares graduating seniors for life after high school with hands-on experiences for surviving on their own. Students will develop the life skills to handle situations encountered when living away from home. Topics include quick and easy meal preparation, simple clothing care, nutrition and wellness, and everyday home repairs. Students will create a personalized handbook to serve as a reference and resource for future use. This course does not fulfill the state consumer education graduation requirement.

722/2 HOUSING AND INTERIOR DESIGN

1 semester; 1 credit

Interior Design is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to select,ac- quire, maintain and manage living environments that meet the needs for both independent and family living. Specific areas of study include: elements and principles of design, architectural styles, exterior and interior construction, and designing spaces within the home. There is an emphasis on using a home designer software program where students will complete a design plan using a computer. Special features include field trips to Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio and an Architecure Boat Tour of the Chicago River.

970 COSMETOLOGY

Open to junior and/or seniors 2 credits per semester (up to a total of 4 per school year)

Students enrolled in the Cosmetology Program work with the Ms. Roberts Beauty Academy (https://www. msroberts-academy.com/) to learn the necessary skills to prepare them to sit for the Illinois State Board of Cosmetology License

. • First Year Topics Include: tools and their use, shampoo, understanding chemicals and use, types of hair, sanitation, hygiene, skin diseases and conditions, anatomy and physiology, electricity, ethics, nail technol- ogy and esthetics as they relate to the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics and Nail Technology Act.

• Second Year Topics Include: practical chemical application/hair treatment, hair styling/hairdressing, shop management, sanitation and interpersonal relations as they relate to the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthet- ics and Nail Technology Act, as well as labor and compensation laws.

• Junior and Senior Year Enrollment (2 Year Commitment): 1500 hours of required theory and practi- cum time spread out over the course of junior and senior year; preparation and application for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations Illinois State Board of Cosmetology License upon completion of requirements; OPRFHS will assist with tuition and fees both years. • Senior Year Enrollment: completion of the first year (750 hours) of required theory and practicum hours; remaining 750 hours completed independently upon graduation; OPRFS will assist with tuition and fees. Senior year – student is responsible for tuition and fees for the second year of independent study.

*Students participating in the Cosmetology or Barbering program will leave OPRFHS campus after 4th peri- od each day and be transported to the Academy; hours are from 1:00pm – 5:30pm; Monday – Friday

980 BARBERING

Open to junior and/or seniors 2 credits per semester (up to a total of 4 per school year)

Students enrolled in the Barbering Academy work with the Erskine Reeves Barber Academy https://www. erskinereeves.com/) to learn the necessary skills to prepare them to sit for the Illinois State Board of Cosme- tology Barber License.

• First Year Topics Include: anatomy; physiology; skin diseases; hygiene and sanitation; barber history; barber law; hair cutting and styling; shaving, shampooing, and permanent waving; massaging; and barber implements as they relate to the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Nail Technology Act. Knowledge, skills and activities completed in this course will help prepare students for Barbering II, while earning hours towards licensure.

• Second Year Topics Include: advanced theoretical and practical skill development to prepare students for the barbering license exam; bleaching, tinting, and coloring; and barber implements as they relate to the Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetics, and Nail Technology Act, as well as labor and compensation laws.

• Junior and Senior Year Enrollment (2 Year Commitment): 1500 hours of required theory and practi- cum time spread out over the course of junior and senior year; preparation and application for the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations Illinois State Board of Cosmetology License upon completion of requirements; OPRFHS will assist with tuition and fees both years. • Senior Year Enrollment: completion of the first year (750 hours) of required theory and practicum hours; remaining 750 hours completed independently upon graduation; OPRFS will assist with tuition and fees.

Senior year – student is responsible for tuition and fees for the second year of independent study.

ISBE College & Career Pathway Endorsement: HPS {Human & Public Services) OPRF Program of Study: Education

For Early Childhood and Elementary Educators

Child Development

Open to all Students

1 semester,1 Applied Art Credit

Course Description:This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the development of children from birth through the school-age years (through age 12). Coursework will include child development theorists, prenatal development, and focus on the development (physical, social, emotional, and intellectual) of children. The knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting optimal growth and development of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-aged children will be discussed. Additionally, this course provides students with information and experiences needed for the developmental competencies related to child care, daycare, and other education services occupations. Observations are embedded into the course.

Early Childhood Education

Open to all students

1 semester, 1Applied Art credit

Prerequiste: Child Development OR Adolescent Development

Dual Credit/Early college credit:Triton ECE 111,3 credit hours

Early Childhood Education (ECE) is a course offered to students after successful completion of Child Development or Adolescent Development. This course will give students practical experience of working with preschool-aged and school-aged children. The students will interact at the worksite learning facilities, the River Forest Community Center and a District 97 elementary school. The River Forest Community Center is DCFS certified and requires documentation in order for students to be in the center with children. This course provides students with information and practical experiences needed for the developmental competencies related to child care, daycare, and other education services occupations. Coursework includes group care, observation/guidance, relationship development, family & community relationships, personal & professional development, preschool development, school-age development, the philosophy of care centers and the state and local regulations governing care-giving operations. Students will also learn about developmentally appropriate practices and apply it to lesson planning. Time will be spent learning how to guide children and develop classroom activities to teach. The learning experiences will involve working with children/adults, simulating those found in business and industry, as well as preparation for developing and facilitating these activities. Students will meet standards in developing programs and assisting with children's and/or adult's activities. The focus is on research-based practices, philosophies, skills, and management techniques that support the positive development of children. After successful completion of this course, students will earn the ECE Credential Level 1 with Illinois Gateways to Opportunities. Field experience is embedded into the course.Students will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Triton College upon successful completion of the course.

For Middle and High School Educators

Adolescent Development

Open to all students

1 semester,1 Appled Art credit

Curse Description: This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the development of children in the grade levels of middle school and high school (the adolescent years, 12-18). Coursework will include human development theorists and focus on the development (physical, social, emotional, and intellection) of the adolescent years. The knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with supporting and promoting optimal growth and development will be discussed. The focus of Adolescent Development is to prepare students to explore and enter careers in which they will interact with children, families, and educators. This course will provide students with information and experiences related to careers at the middle and high school level. Observations are embedded into the course.

Introduction to Education

Open to all students

1 semester,1 Apploied Art credit

Prerequiste: Child Development OR Adolescent Development

Dual credit/Early colloege credit: Triton EDU 105,3 credit hours

Curse Description: Intro to Education is a course offered to students after successful completion of Adolescent Development or Child Development. This course will give students practical experience of working with adolescent-aged children. The students will interact at the worksite learning facilities, a District 97 middle school and OPRF. This course will provide students with information and practical experiences in the adolescent years of development, ages 12-18. Students will learn about developmentally appropriate practice and apply it to lesson planning. The focus is on research-based practices, philosophies, skills, and management techniques that support the positive development of children. An overview of technology for education majors, including historical perspectives, and the role of technology in the inclusive classroom will be addressed. Students will meet standards in developing programs and assisting with children's and/or adult's activities. Additional course topics will concentrate on one's role in working with the child's family and community, parent education, changing families, cultural diversity, and legal responsibilities. Methods for effective parent-teacher-child communication and relationship building will be discussed, as well as an in-depth study of community resources and partnership building. Field experience is embedded into the course. Students will have the opportunity to earn dual credit with Triton College upon successful completion of the course.

Education Academy

Open to grades 10,11,12

1 year,2 appiled Art credits

Prerequiste: Early Childhood Education OR Intro to Education

Dual credit/Early college credit:Triton EDU 207, 3 credit hours

Curse Description: Education Academy is a capstone course offered to students after successful completion of Early Childhood Education or Intro to Education. This course entails opportunities to learn about education and its related fields at the elementary, middle, and high school level. During field experience and placements, students will work with a mentor to assist, observe, and teach young children. Responsibilities include journaling, formal/informal observing, creating a visual display, creating and teaching lessons, creating and developing objectives, and shadowing. Through this controlled environment, students will examine and practice methods of teaching, learning styles, time management and planning strategies, presentation and questioning skills, classroom management, use of technology, and evaluation techniques. Classroom study will focus on related issues in the American education system including meeting the needs of a diverse student population, a variety of perspectives on education, such as historical, philosophical, social, legal, and ethical issues in a diverse society, organizational structure and school governance. Current topics in education will also be discussed. Additionally, coursework will entail working on effective communication skills needed to establish positive relationships with children, families, coworkers and the parent-teacher-child. This includes an in-depth study of community resources, partnership building, and parent education. Students will explore opportunities in education careers and develop/expand their career portfolio. The course is recommended to anyone pursuing a career working with children. Field experience is embedded into the course.

Pathways to Teaching Program at Concordia University Chicago

Open to grades :12

1 year , 2 Applied Art credits

Prerequiste: None

Dual credit/Early college credit:

EDUC-1050: Introduction to American Education (3 credit hrs from CUC, 1 credit from OPRFHS)

EDUC-2020: Human and Cognitive Development (3 credit hrs from CUC, 1 credit from OPRFHS)

Career development experience: Observations in elementary, middle, or high school (10 hours per course, 20 hours total)

Course Description: The Concordia Chicago Pathways to Teaching Program is for academically qualified senior high school students who are interested in becoming teachers. Students have the opportunity to earn credit in selected college level courses and high school courses simultaneously. Courses taken through the Concordia Pathways to Teaching Program will be officially transcripted by the Concordia University Chicago registrar as well as Oak Park and River Forest High School. Courses include:

EDUC -1050: Introduction to Amercian Education {3 credit hours from CU: 1 credit form OPRFHS}

The future teacher will construct a foundation of understanding teaching and schooling in a diverse society by investigating historic and current understandings of education in a changing world. Field experience required (dual credit through Concordia).

EDUC-2020: Human and Cognitive Development {3 credit hours from CUC; 1 credit from OPRFHS)

Overview of human development with an emphasis on early childhood, middle and high school years. Includes an emphasis on brain development and how children learn and view their world. Field experience required (dual credit through Concordia).