Federal and state income tax systems, filing procedures, and common deductions or credits. Equips learners with practical skills for reading tax forms and understanding payroll withholdings.
A set of 22 career cards for 'The Game of Life' simulation, specifically tailored with Buffalo, NY salary data. Each card displays annual gross salary and pre-calculated monthly net (take-home) pay across three education tiers (High School, College, and Master's), helping 8th-grade students understand the financial impact of education.
A comprehensive 5-week sequence for high school juniors to finalize their professional portfolio and career budget, culminating in a formal defense. Includes financial planning, executive summary refinement, resume building, and branding.
A comprehensive year-long curriculum for high school seniors focusing on college readiness, career planning, financial literacy, and social-emotional well-being. This sequence guides students through the complexities of post-secondary transitions with a special focus on arts-based pathways.
A collection of engaging, high-interest materials for HSED students to complete after finishing their primary coursework. The sequence blends functional literacy, practical math, and creative mindfulness with a modern, adult-appropriate aesthetic.
A comprehensive 'Game of Life' style curriculum designed for high school students with 5th-grade reading levels. It focuses on financial literacy, housing, transportation, and navigating daily life through an engaging board game format.
A comprehensive 8-day business math unit focused on personal budgeting, expenditure analysis, and career-based financial planning. Students learn to track spending, build budgets, and analyze variances before applying these skills to a career research project.
A year-long financial literacy curriculum where students manage a virtual bank account following the 2026-2027 school calendar, analyzing daily transactions and maintaining a running transaction register.
A comprehensive exploration of the 16 National Career Clusters, guiding high school students through research and creative design of career-focused brochures.
A comprehensive two-week unit for 9th graders covering income, expenses, banking, credit, and real-world financial decision-making.
A comprehensive 7th-grade career exploration unit that guides students through post-secondary education options, labor market trends, financial budgeting, and backward-design career mapping. Students move from broad understanding to specific, actionable life planning.
This sequence guides 12th-grade students through the complexities of payroll earnings, deductions, and tax forms. Students act as 'Paycheck Detectives' to uncover the reasons behind the difference between gross and net income, master the W-4 form, and learn to audit financial documents for errors.
This sequence explores the long-term financial implications of student loans, focusing on repayment plans, budgeting, and return on investment (ROI). Students transition from understanding borrowing mechanics to simulating the real-world impact of debt on lifestyle and career choices.
This unit demystifies the transition from gross salary to net take-home pay, helping students understand earnings, mandatory taxes, and deductions. Students will learn to calculate gross pay, interpret tax forms, and audit their own paystubs for accuracy.
A comprehensive lesson for high school students on mastering their first job interviews, focusing on personal branding, soft skills, and professional inquiry.
A comprehensive guide to essential adulting skills covering financial literacy, career development, health navigation, and civic responsibilities.
A comprehensive high school life skills lesson on budgeting within the Rochester, NY economy, featuring realistic job data, housing costs, and unexpected life scenarios.
A comprehensive simulation-based lesson for 10th-grade students to practice essential adulting skills, including budgeting, career selection, and managing unexpected life events.
Master the transition from student to professional. This lesson covers workplace etiquette and the application process through engaging puzzles and reflective self-assessments.
An interactive board game experience covering essential life skills including financial literacy, time management, communication, and career readiness.
An introductory lesson for 9th graders to understand high school academics, college and career pathways, entrance requirements, and the basics of financial aid including GPA, FAFSA, and scholarships.
A comprehensive guide for Texas high school seniors to navigate graduation requirements, college applications, military enlistment, and workforce entry.
A comprehensive proposal for the Board of Education evaluating the fiscal and educational impact of implementing onsite childcare for district staff.
A comprehensive review lesson on understanding pay stubs, focusing on gross vs. net pay, taxes, and deductions for students with intellectual disabilities.
An exploration of voluntary payroll deductions, focusing on tax-advantaged accounts and personal financial choices that impact take-home pay and tax liability.
A functional skills lesson focused on navigating a restaurant experience on a budget, covering menu reading, budget planning, social etiquette, and group check splitting.
