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Financial Literacy and Personal Finance Math for Teens Semester 2

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Daysha Rae, M.Ed
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In this 8-lesson self-paced journey, teens will dive deeper into the essentials of money management, enhancing their budgeting skills, and understanding the finer points of financial decision-making from investing to filing taxes.

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Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
8 lessons//8 Weeks
 Week 1
Lesson 1
Savvy Shopping
Master the art of finding deals, understanding the true cost of items, and avoiding impulse buys to save money. This lesson shows teens how to calculate sale prices and make good consumer decisions.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
Introduction to Investing
Take the first step into the world of investing, learning about stocks, bonds, and how to start building wealth.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
Insurance Basics
Discover the importance of different types of insurance and how they protect against financial risk.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
Renting an Apartment
Learn the ins and outs of renting, from understanding leases to knowing what you can actually afford.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
Types of Loans
Navigate the complexities of loans, including types, terms, and how to borrow responsibly.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
Planning a Trip on a Budget
Plan a vacation without breaking the bank, learning how to budget, make smart choices, and spend wisely on travel.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
Salaries and Cost of Living
Understand how salaries and career choices affect your lifestyle and how to manage living expenses effectively in different areas.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
Filing Income Taxes
Demystify the process of filing taxes, learn about deductions, credits, and how to file your own taxes.
  • Students will improve their understanding of personal finance and how it directly relates to them now or in the future and apply that knowledge.
I have been teaching personal finance in high schools for over 20 years.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: 1-2 per week
Feedback: as needed
Details: For each lesson, learners will be assigned an enrichment task to do based on that lesson's topic.
Letter Grade
Frequency: included
Details: No formal assessment will be given, but if it is desired at the request of a parent, I can provide a formal grade report. Just let me know if that is something you'd like! If your learner needs a formal grade, they must do all of the enrichment activities!
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
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My goal is to guide learners through the enriching world of writing, the practicality of important adulting life skills, and the everyday relevance of consumer math and personal finance. Setting learners up for... 

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Self-Paced Class

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8 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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