9FTN

Year 9 Food Technology and Nutrition (FTN)

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs R. Pollett.

Year 9 Food Technology and Nutrition (FTN)

WHAT WILL I LEARN?

In this subject, ākonga develop understanding of current issues related to food, nutrition, and health, and learn about how a range of factors influence wellbeing. This learning can help ākonga understand what contributes to healthy relationships, and develop strategies to strengthen their sense of identity and self-worth.


The effects of societal and/or family influences on food choices for children and teenagers and the demonstration of meal management skills in the successful preparation, cooking and serving of a meal.

The practices and strategies surrounding hygiene and safe food handling.

How to use nutritional information to make wise food choices for individuals, whānau, and communities.

How societal influences impact on family well-being (hauora).


WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?

Students wishing to take this course can speak to Mrs Pollett first.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

WHAT ARE THE COURSE COSTS?
All students will be provided with the basic materials to complete the course. Where students are making special projects, they will be expected to pay for or bring project related materials/food.

Pathway

WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Year 10 Food Technology and Nutrition