Personal+Finance

Personal Finance	BUS750	1/2 credit	School-to-Work Grades 10-12 ONE OF THE MOST USEFUL CLASSES A HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT CAN TAKE IN ORDER TO PREPARE FOR THEIR FUTURE. This one-semester class will teach students: how to prepare themselves for the job market, how taxes impact their lives, how to create and use a budget, how to build wealth, the pros and cons of home ownership versus renting, how credit can be both your best friend and your worst enemy, how financial institutions work, and about the different types of insurance. Students will also learn about investing in stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, as well as how to save money and why it is important to save money. Don’t be left at a disadvantage in life due to a lack of basic financial knowledge. You might also consider LaFollette’s Career Internship course (see Mr. Graham for details) for potential career employment opportunities. A Wisconsin state- sponsored Youth Apprenticeship program is also available. ALL STUDENTS WILL PATICIPATE AT NO COST IN THE National Financial Literacy Challenge, an initiative recommended by the President’s Advisory Council on Financial Literacy.