Castleberry's Castle

Week of Dec. 7- 11

We are getting close to seeing the finished projects!  They really are creative!

Monday- 12/7: I will be absent. The students will not be sewing without me. They will complete their 3rd Journal article.  A total of 3 will be graded on Tues.

Tues.- Friday-  Each class will be working on their sewing projects- "The Ego Pillow."  Everyone will be at a different place based upon their individual design. We will work in steps which include: pattern lay-out and cutting, stitching, pressing, hand sewing, embroidery, appliques, photo transfers, etc.  Any questions - please E-Mail me.  The pillow will be graded at completion.

Replacement Assignments?  Of course!  If your student has a grade that they are "less than pleased with," they may discuss with me a variety of projects they can do as a replacement grade.  It is their responsibility.  The item they select will be due no later than Tues.- Dec. 15.

Have agreat week!  We will!

We're back......Week After Thanksgiving Break- "Sew" Busy!

"Sew Much To Do...Sew Little Time!"

Monday - Friday of this week, each class will be working on their sewing projects- "The Ego Pillow."  Everyone will be at a different place based upon their individual design. We will work in steps which include: pattern lay-out and cutting, stitching, pressing, hand sewing, embroidery, appliques, photo transfers, etc.  Any questions - please E-Mail me.

Manner/Etiquette this week:

Interviewing skills

Have a great week!

BEFORE THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS...

Monday-  Intro. of textiles- natural vs. synthetic   HW ASSIGNED- 3 Loads Laundry- DUE 12/1

Tuesday- Textiles-  Farm to Fabrics

Wednesday- Sewing machine intro./ Threading

Thursday-  FABRIC IS DUE- GRADE  (No need to spend $- Use things from home- Hand-out sent home last Thurs. and photos/ explanation on the BLOG last week.

Friday- Cutting/Layout of fabrics

PHOTO EXAMPLES OF THE "EGO PILLOW":

Thought a visual of what we are making might help.  These are examples that I have in the classroom.

The students have the instructions and supply list as distributed in class today.

                                                      

Week of Nov. 9

Few things to note:

1- All grades are updated and in Pinnacle

2- We are currently working through 2 units at the same time-  Consumerism and Finance plus Textiles (in relation to their upcoming sewing project>)

3- Info for the  new Unit - Textiles, Fashion design & Interior Design...  Within this unit, the students will learn to sew on the machines and by hand.  We have discussed our project- The "Ego Pillow."  The students will need to bring 9 squares of fabric - cut 7' X 7' and one large piece- 21' X 21'. They will eventually need 1 bag of pillow stuffing. The fabric can come from old jeans, t-shirts, blankets, etc. or purchased from a fabric store.  I also have a few great scrap bags for those who would like to dig in!  Try not to spend much money.

 FABRIC IS DUE TO THE CLASSROOM ON THURSDAY NOV 19.

If you wish to purchase fabric:  Joanne Fabrics has the largest selection - located off of Barrett Pkwy. next to the movie theatre.  Another location is Hobby Lobby on the East-West Connector.  The only local Walmart with fabric is the one at the corner of Powder Springs Rd. and the East-West Conn. Most other Walmarts have stopped carrying it.

New manner this week:  Rising for a visitor.

It just can't be Week #4 !

These 9 weeks are flying by!  This week, we will finish the Super Food partner presentations and cook in our first Lab.

Monday- 11/2- Super Foods partner presentations with guided notes  NOTE: A CHANGE!  I originally planned to assign last Friday- "Meals and Manners/ Breakfast" Home Lab . That day became the "Honors Celebration."  Therfore- it will be assigned- with a take-home rubric today.  It will be due on Monday- 11/9. (GRADE)

Tuesday- 11/3- Teacher Work Day

Wednesday-11/4- Completion of Super Food presentations and TEST ON 14 SUPER FOODS (GRADE)

Thursday- Walk-through and Team work plans for oatmeal cookie lab (teaches measurement, baking, following a recipe, etc. in a "restaurant - simulated team work plan)

Friday- 11/6- Cooking Lab (GRADE)

Manners/Etiquette:  We will work on theses again this week.
1- Opening doors
2- Power of "Thank you"- written and verbal

Have a great  week!  We sure will!

Week 3- Super foods!

It's A Super Week of Super Foods!

This week, the students will be presenting their "Food Network-style" partner presentations on their selected "Super Food."  They have the detailed requirements via a hand-out. We have broken it down repeatedly in class and the students appear to be fully ready and excited!  It is a lab grade and will be posted as they complete it. Any questions- please E-Mail me.  This project is great exposure to nutrients, the power of foods,  basic culinary skills, service knowledge, careers in the food industry, etc. AND they love it!

This week:
Mon.- Fri-  Super Food Partner Presentations- GRADED DAILY AS A LAB
Thurs.- Meals and Manners Home Lab will be given and due on Thurs.- Nov.5 (GRADE)

Manners/Etiquette:
1- Opening doors
2- Power of "Thank you"- written and verbal

This week, the students will be presenting their "Food Network-style" partner presentations on their selected "Super Food."  They have the detailed requirements via a hand-out. We have broken it down repeatedly in class and the students appear to be fully ready and excited!  It is a lab grade and will be posted as they complete it. Any questions- please E-Mail me.  This project is great exposure to nutrients, the power of foods,  basic culinary skills, service knowledge, careers in the food industry, etc. AND they love it!

This week:
Mon.- Fri-  Super Food Partner Presentations- GRADED DAILY AS A LAB
Thurs.- Meals and Manners Home Lab will be given and due on Thurs.- Nov.5 (GRADE)

Manners/Etiquette:
1- Opening doors
2- Power of "Thank you"- written and verbal

Week 2 in FACS

NOTE: The students have selected one of the 14 Super Foods and a date to present it to the class. They have a hand-out with full details and a partner to work with. They begin the week of October 26.   Any questions- please E-Mail me: dawn.castleberry@cobbk12.org They are working in bits and pieces during class.  They have exceptionally creative ideas!  Please don't spend much money.

This week:

Monday-10/19:  Computer Lab for Super Food research

Tuesday-- Importance of fiber in the diet!  Popcorn lab

Wednesday- Early Release Day HOME LAB ASSIGNMENT- Meals and Manners

Thursday-   Kitchen Safety and Sanitation DVD and notes

Friday- - Farm to Table

Etiquette this week:

3. Rising for a visitor

4. Shaking hands

NOTE: The students have selected one of the 14 Super Foods and a date to present it to the class. They have a hand-out with full details and a partner to work with. They begin the week of October 26.   Any questions- please E-Mail me: dawn.castleberry@cobbk12.org They are working in bits and pieces during class.  They have exceptionally creative ideas!  Please don't spend much money.

This week:

Monday-10/19:  Computer Lab for Super Food research

Tuesday-- Importance of fiber in the diet!  Popcorn lab

Wednesday- Early Release Day HOME LAB ASSIGNMENT- Meals and Manners

Thursday-   Kitchen Safety and Sanitation DVD and notes

Friday- - Farm to Table

Etiquette this week:

3. Rising for a visitor

4. Shaking hands

Welcome to FACS! Week 1

Welcome to FACS!

It just doesn't get any better than this!  FACS is a great class at a great school with great students!
A few notes to acquaint you with the course:

1- Family & Consumer Science is so much more than its former course...Home Ec.!  The curriculum is fast-paced, updated and hands-on! Example:  We no longer just bake cookies. We still bake, but within the lesson we learn the basics of measurement, recipe conversions, nutrient contents, origins of foods and its contributions to our body, etc.
2- The FACS Blog will be updated every Monday morning for the week.  I will list the weekly plans and highlight any work/grades that are due in BOLD RED LETTERS.
3- The syllabus is located on my blog to the right if you need additional access.
4- I welcome any & all concerns or questions you might have.  The quickest route to reach me will be via my E-Mail address: dawn.castleberry@cobbk12.org.
5- In addition to our curriculum, the students will be taught 2 new manners/etiquette each week.

This week's agenda:
Monday- Welcome & Classroom structure
Tuesday- Pre-Test and Journal article #1
Wednesday- Demonstration of the 14 "Super Foods" (salmon) (SUPER FOOD ASSIGNMENT GIVEN)
Thursday- Super Foods power point  & Cornell note guide
Friday- Manners DVD with guided notes & a Super food "Snowball" game

This week's manners/Etiquette:
1- Seating by a hostess
2- Seating a lady

It just doesn't get any better than this!  FACS is a great class at a great school with great students!
A few notes to acquaint you with the course:

1- Family & Consumer Science is so much more than its former course...Home Ec.!  The curriculum is fast-paced, updated and hands-on! Example:  We no longer just bake cookies. We still bake, but within the lesson we learn the basics of measurement, recipe conversions, nutrient contents, origins of foods and its contributions to our body, etc.
2- The FACS Blog will be updated every Monday morning for the week.  I will list the weekly plans and highlight any work/grades that are due in BOLD RED LETTERS.
3- The syllabus is located on my blog to the right if you need additional access.
4- I welcome any & all concerns or questions you might have.  The quickest route to reach me will be via my E-Mail address: dawn.castleberry@cobbk12.org.
5- In addition to our curriculum, the students will be taught 2 new manners/etiquette each week.

This week's agenda:
Monday- Welcome & Classroom structure
Tuesday- Pre-Test and Journal article #1
Wednesday- Demonstration of the 14 "Super Foods" (salmon) (SUPER FOOD ASSIGNMENT GIVEN)
Thursday- Super Foods power point  & Cornell note guide
Friday- Manners DVD with guided notes & a Super food "Snowball" game

This week's manners/Etiquette:
1- Seating by a hostess
2- Seating a lady

Our last week together!

We are diligently working to complete our sewing projects!  We will continue to work and hope to be finished by Wednesday.  After that, we will do rotations to complete a Early Childhood Education unit.

The unit includes the empathy belly, the "Baby Think it over" dolls that cry and lesson on teen pregnancy.

All grades will be in the computer by Friday.  Any questions, please E-Mail me.

This 9 weeks has been a joy!  Your children are incredible!  Thanks for allowing me to teach them!