Students will investigate local resources such as cooking experts and libraries to identify party planning needs and opportunities within the Ocala community, focusing on guest considerations, dietary restrictions, and available resources.

Students will investigate food preferences, dietary restrictions, and cultural influences on party planning by researching and interviewing community experts, such as local chefs and librarians, to develop comprehensive understandings crucial for creating inclusive and enjoyable party experiences.

Students will collaboratively design a detailed party plan by developing creative menu options, drafting a shopping list, and building a budget, incorporating considerations such as dietary restrictions and the number of guests to ensure a successful outcome.

Students will execute and test the party plan by organizing invitations, purchasing ingredients within budget, preparing food, and coordinating activities while adapting based on observations to ensure a successful event.

Students will present their party plans, demonstrate their budgeting, menu, and activity decisions, and reflect on their experiences in a showcase event for parents and community partners, highlighting their solutions and the skills they have developed throughout the project.