Business

This is a great course to help you understand the impact of money in your life.  You will learn the importance of making good, well-informed financial decisions.

General outline of topics:

Improve your overall awareness of money
Introduce investment options for wealth management
Compare loan options and interest rates for homes and car purchases
Develop personal budgets based on realistic career options and spending
Compare credit/debit cards
Understand credit options and risks
Understand FICO scores
Complete personal tax forms
Complete banking/check writing simulations
Identify career path(s) you may be interested in
Improve job search skills such as resumes and cover letters, etc.
Analysis of career choice and its impact on lifestyle/money decisions

If you enjoyed Personal Finance 1, then part 2 is for you!  This class is meant for students who wish to further their knowledge in the world of finance.  We’ll take a deeper look at finance topics that will impact you in your daily lives.  This class will be student driven based around topics and presentations.  

This is a very interactive and hands-on class.  You will learn the basic fundamentals of business management, advertising concepts, the stock market and business planning.  You will design your own products/services, develop advertising, make a pitch for investors, and develop partnership agreements.

Whether you plan to attend college, start working, or enroll in the military, this course is designed to help students be better prepared during and after high school.  We will cover a wide array of topics.

General outline of topics:

Computer applications for career and college
Basic web design
Digital Life, Social Media, Online Privacy
Resume and cover letter writing
Financial readiness (taxes, budgets, car/home buying, student loans, etc.)
Time management & organization
Stress management
Communication and interpersonal skills
Employer expectations
Preparing for success in any job
Insurance
Laws for "adulting"
Apartment leasing
What else would YOU like to learn about?

Seniors can intern at local businesses to develop their career skills.  Internships are flexible and can be during or after school hours.  This is a great opportunity to learn more about your career interests!  It also looks great on college and job applications.  This course may run as an independent study.