Heather Ball
Family Consumer Sciences Teacher & FCCLA Advisor
Platte County High School
My purpose is to empower individuals, families, and communities.
A question that is often asked is, “What is FCS?” My response is that family consumer sciences is the comprehensive body of skills, research, and knowledge that helps people make informed decisions about their well-being, relationships, and resources to achieve optimal quality of life. The field represents many areas, including human development, personal and family finance, housing and interior design, food science, nutrition and wellness, textiles and apparel, and consumer issues.