Financial Sense in School

Financial Sense in School tackles a timely and impactful question: Can personal finance courses legitimately fulfill high school math credit requirements?

Aimed at educators, school leaders, parents, and policymakers, this book provides a comprehensive, evidence-based exploration of where personal finance and mathematics intersect. It examines the mathematical rigor behind budgeting, interest calculations, and financial planning, offering a detailed comparison with traditional math courses like Algebra and Statistics.

Inside this book, you'll discover:

A breakdown of U.S. state policies and Common Core standards

The core mathematical concepts embedded in personal finance curricula

Case studies from states and schools where personal finance counts as math

Arguments for and against the academic legitimacy of this approach

Practical frameworks and policy recommendations for implementation

Whether you're designing curricula, shaping education policy, or advocating for meaningful learning, Financial Sense in School is your guide to rethinking how we prepare students for the financial realities of adult life without compromising academic integrity.