Preparing Students for Life After High School
Why Financial Literacy Matters
Did you know that 73% of teens say they want to learn more about personal finance, yet only 1 in 4 students have access to a financial literacy course in high school? As states increasingly recognize the importance of money management skills, schools play a crucial role in ensuring students are financially prepared for their futures.1
Why Financial Literacy is Essential for High School Students
» Student loan debt has reached $1.7 trillion in the U.S.2
» Only 24% of millennials demonstrate basic financial literacy.3
» Roughly a third of Gen Z bank account holders indicated that they worried about their financial future in the U.S.4
States Making Financial Literacy a Priority
27 states guarantee a standalone Personal Finance course for all high school students.
How eDynamic Learning & Knowledge Matters Can Help
Engaging digital courses and interactive simulations prepares students for real-world financial decisions starting in middle school into high school.