CONSUMER MATHEMATICS AND CULINARY ARTS 
OPEN TO SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, AND SENIORS
PREREQUISITE: NONE

This interdisciplinary course, taught out of the Culinary Court, provides students an opportunity to apply consumer skills to real-life scenarios through activities such as budgeting, meal planning, and grocery shopping. Students will also develop practical math skills through the preparation of basic meals, connecting classroom learning with everyday applications. This course fulfills the Consumer Education graduation requirement, combining essential life skills with the joy of cooking.

Sample Outline (Material and Recipes used Reflect Current Consumer Trends):

Quarter 1: Get Started with Influencer Marketing, Consumer Scams, and Career Exploration

• Topics: Influencer Marketing, Consumer Scams, Career Exploration
• Featured Recipes: Brownie in a Mug, Pizza Bites, Stovetop Apple Crisp
• And: Durable Skills, Resume Building, Interview process  

Quarter 2: Master Budgeting, Taxes, and the Cost of Living

• Topics: Budgeting, Expenses, Taxes, Rewards Programs
• Featured Recipes: Apple Cider Doughnuts, Taco Bar, Roasted Vegetables
• And: Human Centered Design Project

Quarter 3: Banking, Credit, and Savory Snacks

• Topics: Savings, Credit Cards, Interest
• Featured Recipes: Margherita Pizza, Honey Lemon Chicken, Chicago Style Hot Dog
• And: Retirement Savings

Quarter 4: Navigating Insurance, Transportation, and Travel 

• Topics: Car Shopping, Insurance, Vacation Planning
• Featured Recipes: Air Fryer Zucchini Fries, Chipotle Chicken Burritos, Edible Cookie Dough
• And: Housing Human Centered Design Unit