Designing a Strategic College Funding Plan

A project-based sequence for 10th-grade students to master the complexities of college funding. Students will learn to deconstruct costs, prioritize non-repayable aid, interpret confusing financial aid letters, and design a sustainable borrowing strategy to minimize long-term debt.

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Addresses conflict resolution, boundaries, and building quality relationships. Teens learn to read social dynamics, have difficult conversations, and protect their peace.

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A four-grade scaffolded unit (Grades 9-12) focused on developing essential communication skills: Active Listening (Grade 9), Clarity & Purpose (Grade 10), Empathetic Self-Expression (Grade 11), and Constructive Feedback (Grade 12). This unit prepares high school students for collaborative success, emotional competence, and interpersonal growth in academic and professional settings.

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Teaches critical independent living skills, including basic budgeting, meal prep, laundry hacks, and simple car/home maintenance. High-impact tactical training for real life.

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