High School Independent Living

Student Learnings: What students should know and be able to do

• The student will be able to design a personal budget.
• The student will be able to design a major purchase plan.
• The student will assess issues involved in selecting and securing appropriate housing.
• The student will be aware of and able to evaluate and use banking services.
• The student will know how to read a paycheck and benefit statements.
• The student will understand credit systems and how to use them responsibly.
• The student will evaluate investment options.
• The student will evaluate insurance options and how to purchase insurance.
• The student will evaluate transportation options.
• The student will plan and prepare nutritious, convenient and cost efficient meals.
• The student will purchase and maintain an affordable, quality wardrobe.

Instructional resources used for this curriculum:

Copyright 2003, Glencoe/McGraw Hill Publishing
Consumer Education and Economics