Has your teen ever wondered about the practicality of math in their future? 

Consumer Math: Practical Math Needed For Life! Semester 2 is here to show them the real-world applications of math they will encounter in their adult lives. This course is designed to make math relatable, engaging, and directly applicable to everyday scenarios. From understanding insurance to planning a budget-friendly trip, I am here to guide your teen through these essential life skills!

Course Format:
This particular course meets twice per week for 6 weeks.  However, I do also offer a 12-week course as well as a self-paced option. Questions about the formats? Just ask, and I'll guide you through!

Empowering Teens:
🌍 Real-World Applications: This course brings math to life with practical scenarios, helping teens see the value in learning these vital skills.
🔢 Essential Skills: Teens will enhance their basic math skills, including practical applications in real-world situations.
📚 Literacy and Critical Thinking: We go beyond numbers to develop reading and analytical skills through engaging math problems.

Course Breakdown:
*Each week includes an enrichment activity related to the lesson, with personalized 
feedback provided. A formal grade report is available upon request at the end of the course.

Week 1: Understanding utility bills/Insurance (costs, how it works, etc.)
Week 2: Continue insurance and start the buying a car mini-project
Week 3: Navigating food shopping on a budget/Investment basics and growth tracking
Week 4: Crash course on the stock market/Mastering installment buying
Week 5: Budgeting for a trip/Filing taxes simplified
Week 6: Comprehensive review and assessment/The Game of Life Project – testing financial skills and budgeting for the real world

What Teens Will Gain:
💪 Confidence in managing real-life financial scenarios.
🧠 Enhanced Literacy and Critical Thinking Skills in practical contexts.
🌟 Independence and Preparedness for future financial responsibilities.

Seamless Learning Path:
Whether your teen starts with Semester 1 or jumps straight into Semester 2, these courses are designed to be independent yet complementary, offering a full spectrum of consumer math knowledge.  There is a third, shorter course that follows this one titled: Teen’s Guide to Personal Finance, which digs deeper into topics like apartment budgeting, applying and understanding loans, credit scores, and more!

💡 Join the Learning Adventure:
This course is a journey into the heart of practical math, equipping teens with skills they will use every day in the real world. Let me help your teen unlock the power of practical math!