Consumer Education is designed to help students understand the impact of individual choices on occupational goals and future earnings potential. Real world topics covered will include income, money management, spending and credit, as well as saving and investing. Students will design personal and household budgets; simulate the use of checking and savings accounts; demonstrate knowledge of finance, debt and credit management; and evaluate and understand insurance and taxes. Students will leave this class with the basic knowledge needed to make informed consumer decisions.
Classroom Links
NIPA Tables on Government Revenues & Spending
Senior Information for the Yearbook
What do your peers know about taxes?