Vocational Class Syllabus

TLC Program

Classical High School, Lynn, Ma,

 2011-2012 School Year

Mrs. Toomey, M.Ed.

Course Description: This comprehensive course provides an opportunity for students to acquire real world skills that provide them with practical tools, experiences and knowledge that will positively affect their future adult lives related in terms of employment, post secondary education, community service as well as social and self-regulating skills.  Emphasis will also be placed on consumer spending and budgeting, housing choices, basic food preparation and guidance in establishing wholesome relationships. Leadership development will also be implemented and developed.

Texts and materials: Various, many supplied by school

General Overview

I. Building Character (self-esteem/self concept)

II. Building Relationship Skills

a. Communication Skills

b. Conflict Resolution

Dealing with Peer Pressure

III. Relating to Family

IV. Food and Nutrition

a.Nutrients and their Functions

b. Food Guide Pyramid

c. Food Labs

V.  Career Planning ( Choosing a Career and  or plotting a Course for Post Secondary Education)

a. Application Process

b. Writing a Resume

c. Interview Process

d. Choosing Suitable Housing

e. Developing a budget

f. Developing a realistic Life plan

VI-Review and Implementation

Please Note-Classical High School or the instructor reserve the right to change part or parts of the course design and or scope based on students’ needs and the school and or teacher’s budget