Personal Finance

Course Description

This practical course is designed to empower students to become more responsible consumers and to prepare them to be financially successful in the years ahead. The major topics of the course are as follows: foundation of financial planning; short and long term financial goal writing; and in-depth look at the influence of today’s economy; budget preparation and money management; banking and investing; consumer credit; local, state and federal taxes; car buying and financing; home mortgages; protection against identity theft; insurance basics; and the mathematics behind key financial ratios. By developing a strong background in financial literacy, students will be ready to take control of their own personal success toward a secure future.

Materials and Resources

Next Gen Personal Finance Online Resources

Teacher Created Online Materials

Materials and resources used throughout this course may include but are not limited to the materials and resources listed here. Materials and resources used during this course are available to parents and students by using student login information on a district-issued iPad.