Student portfolios are a requirement for most home economics programs. Child Development Eleanor Roosevelt was the first school in the state of Maryland to offer a college preparatory program in Early Childhood Education and Management. During the two year program students have an opportunity to earn 12 college credits. Students earning this certificate are eligible for higher paying positions in child care through out the state. During the first year, the emphasis is on curriculum development and the physical, social, intellectual and emotional development of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Students operate an on campus preschool for community children.
In the second year, students serve an internship in the community at area elementary schools, day care centers and facilities for handicap children. The focus is on career exploration, college preparation, and working with special needs children. Students also have an opportunity to participate in a work study program related to children in their senior year. Interior Design Students in this two year program learn design principles and practical decorating skills. Each year the class designs and decorates a model home built by technology students in Prince George's County.