Shelby High School

Senior Seminar


Senior Seminar


Grade Level:                          12
Prerequisite(s)                        None
Length                                     Year
Credit                                      1.00
Requirement Fulfilled             Elective

Content:        
Senior Seminar prepares students for successful management of their personal finances as well numerous other life skills. It is a course that addresses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors associated with the management of family economics and financial education. A project-based approach will be used.

Expectations:                        
Come to class every day, on time.
Students are expected to participate in class activities and exercises.
Follow oral and written instructions.
Complete all homework assignments within specific time.
Students are expected to treat each other with respect.
Be prepared to work independently or in small groups.
Students are expected to work hard and have fun learning.

Skills Taught:           
Analyze needs versus wants
Set financial goals
Research the lifecycle of financial planning
Manage cash, credit and bank accounts
Examine the time value of money and savings
Identify major expenditure categories
Develop personal spending plan
Investigate the stock market
Examine economic systems and consumer decisions
Career research
Job readiness skills
Relationship skills
Scholarship research and preparation

Methods of presentation:
Instruction will focus on hands-on activities as well as lecture, group discussion, guest speakers, technology and other impactful methods. Students will have the opportunity to work individually and as part of small groups to complete assignments. Projects will require students to use academic skills in language arts, math, social sciences, and science. Community resources will be access through guest speakers, conducting panel discussions, and organized field trips.