Teacher Information:

• Mr. Rob Franz
• Email: rfranz@jacksonsd.org
• Classroom 222 ( Bernie Reider Building)
• Office Hours: M-W-THURS 9:56am - 10:24am
• Class Schedule: 

Financial Literacy is a comprehensive study of personal financial literacy designed for college-bound and career-oriented students. Students learn to make informed financial decisions related to budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, taxes, and career exploration. An integral component of the financial literacy curriculum is applying decision-making skills that enable students to become more responsible consumers for lifetime success.

Evaluation Methods:

• 50% from Assessment (Tests and Projects)
• 40% from Participation (Classwork/Discussions)
• 10% from Homework (Practical Application) 

Required Materials:

• Notebook
• pen/pencil/highlighter
• Chromebook (charged)
• Folder (storage for all worksheets/handouts)

Expectations and Classroom Procedures:

• Students will come to class on time, prepared, and ready to contribute to class discussions.
• Students will store their cell phones in an assigned classroom area for class time.
• Due dates for assignments are not suggestions and will be strictly enforced.
• All students are responsible for make-up work in the event of an absence. All classwork/homework will be posted daily on Google Classroom to assist the students.
• Students will be respectful to each other in every aspect.

Financial Literacy Units:

• Economic System
• Managing Your Finances
• Income and Taxes
• Financial Institutions and Services
• Credit / Savings/ Insurance
• Invest / Estate planning
• Stock Market Analysis
• Shopping Basics
• Managing Your Spending
• Planning Your Future
• Real-Life Scenarios with Financial Awareness