Agriculture - Business - Familly & Consumer Sciences

Agriculture Programs

Agriculture is the nation's largest employer, with more than 21 million Americans (20% of the total U.S. workforce) working in some area of the industry. Indiana is ranked 14^th in total agriculture production. Agricultural education courses provide students with a solid foundation spanning traditional and modern careers in Agriculture and related business.  Classroom activities, laboratory experiments, projects, and supervised agricultural experiences provide ample opportunities to apply knowledge and skills to real world applications.  FFA is an integral and essential component of every Ag program.  Opportunities abound for student to participate in valuable FFA extra-curricular activities, community service, and competitions, including serving in local, state and national leadership positions.  Agriculture education is available at Forest Park, Heritage Hills, Jasper, Northeast Dubois, Pike Central, and Southridge.

Business Services & Technology Programs

Business Services and Technology Programs have been planned to allow students to prepare for careers in business; as well as, provide essential skills necessary for success in college and careers.  Today's technological society demands that students leave school with computer skills, communication skills, reasoning ability; and prepared for life-long learning.  Project oriented labs create a work-place environment in some classes.  Introductory business programs in career planning and computer applications prepare students for more intense capstone courses in Business Management, Web Development and Media, Entrepreneurship, and Cooperative Workplace Internships.  Business courses are available at Forest Park, Heritage Hills, Jasper, Northeast Dubois, Pike Central, Southridge, and Wood Memorial.

Family & Consumer Sciences Programs

Family & Consumer Science education meets the needs of all students.  Topics such as preparing for college and careers, consumer economics, interpersonal relationships, human development and family wellness, nutrition and wellness, textiles and fashion, housing and interiors, child development and parenting, and adult roles and responsibilities prepare students for a successful transition to careers, college, and adulthood.  Family & Consumer Sciences education has roots in both academic and career and technical education and easily reaches beyond the education system into the community and careers as it focuses on the needs of individuals and families. FACS courses are available at Forest Park, Heritage Hills, Jasper, Northeast Dubois, Pike Central, and Wood Memorial.