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.
McCracken County Extension Homemakers
Learn more about homemaker opportunities
Why Join Extension HomemakersMcCracken County Fair 2025 Culinary, Crafts, and Textiles Division
Entries accepted on Monday, July 21st 7 am - 10 am Click on link to see additional rules, divisions, and classes
McCracken County Fair 2025 Culinary, Crafts, and Textiles DivisionMcCracken County Extension Homemakers Holiday Bazaar and Vendor Fair
Vendor registration form and fee must be received by October 20, 2025
Vendor Registration FormHomemaker Cultural Arts Exibits
2025 - 2026 Cultural Arts Exhibit Informaion
2025 - 2026 Cultural Arts Exhibit InfoAdditional Information
McCracken County Monthly Event Calendar
Kelly Alsip
Extension Agent, Family and Consumer Science
(270) 554-9520 kelly.alsip@uky.edu McCracken County Extension Office 2025 New Holt Road, Paducah, Kentucky 42001-9755Stephanie M. Caldwell
NEP Program Assistant Senior, Family and Consumer Science
(270) 554-9520 stephanie.caldwell@uky.edu McCracken County Extension Office 2025 New Holt Road, Paducah, Kentucky 42001-9755
