8• Food and Nutrition

 

This year we will be focusing on safety measures, sanitation, and food preparation and handling in the kitchen. 

Students will discuss and explore food choices, food alternatives as well as prepare and sample a wide range of foods/diets.

We will also learn more about issues around the production and consumption of food- globally and locally. 

 

 

• Food for Healthy Living

   Understanding Food Labels

   Health Canada

   Food Alternatives

 

• The Food Consumer

   Import/Export

   GMO

 

• Power of Food

   Local and Global Issues

   Role of Food in our Lives

 

• Food Preparation

   Health and Safety 

   Sanitation- Awareness

   Understanding Recipes

   Collaboration

 

• NS Food Products and Related Industry

   Local Foods

   Benefits of shopping close to home

   Career Choices

 

 

Assessments:
Throughout the year students will be evaluated with a variety of assessment tools. The assessment tools may include but are not limited to: self assessments, oral presentations, written analysis or reflections, projects and classroom discussions ( group and individual). All major project directions will come with concise instructions/rubric.

Supplies:
Duotang or small three ring binder
Pen/Pencil


Student/Classroom Expectations

• arrive prepared and on time 

• we are responsible for our own materials.- come to class prepared! :)

• we are to respect all equipment and treat it carefully to ensure good health and safety practice

• we are all responsible for a good clean up and proper storage to ensure safety.

• respect our classmates and instructor at all times.

• Remember, we are all here to learn. Ask questions and have a positive attitude.