If you have ever read this blog you know that I am a proponent of Family and Consumer Science Education in the United States, and around the world. Sometimes it becomes very frustrating as it seems that the only people listening are those with "skin in the game", those of us who still have the joy and honor of teaching this fabulous, interdisciplinary curriculum. But this week there were two great examples of others commenting and debating on the merits of the discipline.
On September 20, 2013, the Wall Street Journal, opinion section offered an editorial by Christine Grow-Loh and the benefits of compulsory Home Economics education in Japan and how her child benefited and blossomed. Who Says Home-Ec Isn't a Core Subject?
This article led to a short, 2 minute debate on the benefits of "Home Ec" on Good Morning America, Bring Back Home Ec? It's the first two minute of the "Jury's Out" section. Having someone that is as respected as Robin Roberts support the field is great.
Aside from the great media press the highlight of the week came in class yesterday. I work diligently to help students develop habits that demonstrate wise resource management. As we were beginning our sewing project - making a toy - I explained the requirements of the project. They are to keep a record of the resources that are being used to create the toy. After determining the cost of the toy (based upon materials cost list) students are to price the toy to sell with the goal of making a profit. Out of the blue a 13 year old boy states:
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