Home Economics Class Sign-ups.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Good Afternoon, students of fandomhigh!

My name is Mrs. Van De Kamp, and I am going to be chairing the Home Economics Department this year. I know that some of you may believe that Home Economics is a field of study that went out the way of the dinosaurs, but let me tell you, proper manners never go out of style.

Please sign up below, and indicate which class you would like to take. More specific details will follow at the first class meeting. And although Home Economics has traditionally been a female pursuit, I encourage both genders to sign up.


Home Economics 101
Tuesdays 9:00am-12:00pm

Home Economics 101 will be an exciting and informative overview into many areas of study. Each class will have a specific theme, like hygiene, sewing, and housecleaning. Several class projects will be assigned. We'll even learn how to knit so that you can make a sweater for yourself, your dog, even your high-powered assault rifle! For the first class, please read the introductory chapter of The American Frugal Housewife, because the theme to our class will be "Waste not, Want not."




Perfect Party Planning
Wednesdays 9:00am-12:00pm

Perfect Party Planning will dive right into the murky miasma that can result from trying to pull together that very special event. We will cover very difficult material in this class, viz: food and drink selection, seating arrangements, decorations, and dealing with the hired help. The final class project will be to host a party for their fellow students and teachers, although students will be expected to organize several other small gatherings as individuals and groups. Please come to the first class with a 100 word essay on "The Best Party I Ever Attended," and make sure to highlight what made that party special for you!



TBA: There will also be several seminars open to the entire student body throughout the year. They will be worth 1 credit hour each, if you need to make up classes. The first will be Advanced Etiquette, and will occur later this month.


Classes will begin tomorrow, and an updated roster and syllabus will be available at the first class. If you need to speak to Mrs. Van De Kamp, her office hours are posted here, feel free to stop by anytime.

Comments

[the4thsister.livejournal.com]

*Paige takes a look at the sylabus, then says to herself I'll marry rich and get a maid

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Oh darling, in that type of case you need this class more than ever! Supervising a wealthy household can be a lot of work, and the demands of elite society are much more rigorous.

[the4thsister.livejournal.com]

*Paige wants to point out this is the 21st Century, for her at least, there seem to be time issues here*

Erm what if a married a wizard? Would I still need this course then?

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

A wizard? Wow, how lucky for you to find a man with a strong career. I believe that the class offers many skills that are helpful to all students, but I cerainly wouldn't dare push someone into anything that made them uncomfortable. I'm here if you have any questions, and feel free to audit the class in the first week if you haven't made any decisions as to whether you would like to sign up or not.

[the4thsister.livejournal.com]

*Paige smiles* Yes I'll do that, thank you Ms Van De Kamp
*Paige thinks about how important pure_blooddraco seems and thinks he might like quite like someone who had some party planning skills*

I'll attend both classes and make my decision if that would be ok?

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

That is more than fine. Let me know either way when you decide. Thank you.

[the4thsister.livejournal.com]

I will, thank you

[addams-daughter.livejournal.com]

I would be very interested in Perfect Party Planning, Mrs. Van de Kamp.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Wonderful! You seem like such a charming young girl. We will have great fun in class, see you there.

[12parseckessel.livejournal.com]

Ma'am? Chewbacca is leaning very heavily on me to take 101, but I'm already in cooking, and I already know how to knit from jail. Besides, you cnflict with Biology.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

A young man who knows how to knit, what a wonderful development! And taking cooking as well! I understand that this class conflicts with your class schedule, but please do sign up for a seminar later on in the year if you are available. Perhaps I could speak to Ms. Sidle and have you dismissed from Biology for a day to help my class with the knitting segment. Would you be interested?

[12parseckessel.livejournal.com]

Nah, I got a lab partner counting on me.

Being able to tell whether the air is breathable on a new planet is a little more necessary than being able to set the table.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Oh wow, space travel, what an interesting field. I wish you good luck, and admire your loyalty to your lab partner. Nice to meet you, young man. Take care.

[12parseckessel.livejournal.com]

It was knitting or watercolors, and knitting needles were more useful in the fights. Besides, my partner sheds and we gotta do something with all the extra hair.

[isnotimportant.livejournal.com]

Please don't feel that cooking disqualifies you from Home Ec -- there's much more to running a household than cooking. I think that Mrs Van De Kamp's course will be rather more ... formal than mine. Perhaps taking both courses will help you develop a balanced approach.

[maias-notebook.livejournal.com]

Perfect Party Planning Please, My name is Maia Rutledge

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Excellent, Ms. Rutledge. And such nice manners already! I look forward to working with you.

[absolutesnark]

*is very excited that home economics is finally offered*

I'm here to sign up for Home Economics 101. I would take Perfect Party Planning also, but it interferes with my schedule. I will definitely sign up for that next time!

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

I am delighted to have such an enthusiastic student! I will see you in class tomorrow, and feel free to make class suggestions. I would love to tailor this class to meet my students' needs.

[names-cotton.livejournal.com]

*walks in*

The parrot on his sholder shrieks "Galley!"

The boy drops a note that says "HomeEc 101 please"

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Of course. You and your bird have such nice manners, young man, I look forward to seeing you in class!

[names-cotton.livejournal.com]

The parrot turned his head almost upside down and proceded to chuckle evilly.

The boy just arched his eyebrow and went off to find lodgings.

[allie-cameron.livejournal.com]

I'd like to register for Home Ec please.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

It would be a pleasure to have you in class. I will add you to my list.

[kawalsky.livejournal.com]

*rubs under chin, but looks as if he's protecting his neck from attack*

Will this class include any cooking?

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

We will discuss food choices, but little cooking will actually be done. There is another professor offering a cooking class if you prefer.

[sakuracchyan.livejournal.com]

If enrollment is still open, ma'am, I'd like to join your Home Economics Class, please.

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Of course, dear, I will add you immediately.

[kimberly-shaw.livejournal.com]

Please sign me up for home ec, Mrs. Van De Camp. I'm so excited!

[mrsvandekamp.livejournal.com]

Aren't you lovely! Of course, and you'll have to bring your friend Betsy too that you mentioned.