Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

Family & Consumer Sciences

FCS Extension programs aim to improve the quality of individual and family life through education, research, and outreach.

What is Family & Consumer Sciences (FCS)?

FCS stands for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. FCS programming focus on building assets of individuals and families to address problems faced across the lifespan. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension emphasizes well-being with a focus on human development, parenting, resource management, nutrition, health and leadership development.
At the community level, FCS Extension prepares individuals for community and economic development and activity. Professionals in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension provide the tools to help individuals and families to develop resources for strengthening families and building community for an ever changing society.

 

 

 

Events

Beeswax FCS Craft Class - 11AM or 5PM

Henderson Co. Extension Expo Center

Hands-on Workshop! Choose morning or evening class. Take home your handmade beeswax items!

Air Fryer FCS Cooking Class

- Henderson Co. Extension Expo Center

Learn how to get the most out of your air fryer!

2025 Extension Extravaganza

- Henderson County Extension Grounds

Bring the whole family for an evening of food, prizes, games and more as you are introduced to the various programs the Henderson County Extension has to offer.

Tracie Ettensohn

Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 826-8387 tracie.ettensohn@uky.edu Henderson County Extension Office 3341 Zion Road, Henderson, Kentucky 42420-9202

Rohdene Rollins

Extension Assistant, Family and Consumer Science

(270) 826-8387 rohdene.rollins@uky.edu Henderson County Extension Office 3341 Zion Road, Henderson, Kentucky 42420-9202