Grade 6

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management of financial resources is needed to meet goals of individuals and families.

savings plans and budgets are a basic component in making financial decisions.

various services are provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions).

career choice and lifestyle impact an individual's financial future.

evaluate financial management resources and how they are needed to meet goals of individuals and families by:<ul><li> prioritizing financial goals that might affect individuals, families and community</li><li>explaining various types of expenses (e.g., food, clothing, entertainment) and savings (e.g., piggy bank, bank account, savings bonds)</li></ul>

investigate savings plans and budgets in making financial decisions by:<ul><li> developing a savings plan that would achieve a specific goal</li><li>describing basic components of a budget (e.g., income, fixed and flexible expenses, and savings)</li><li>explaining when and why borrowing is used for the purchase of goods and services</li></ul>

describe how basic services (e.g., deposits, checking account, savings account) are provided by financial institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions)

explain how financial goals affect future lifestyle expectations and career choices

an individual's work/career encompasses more factors than providing for basic needs.

jobs/careers reflect both individual and societal needs and vary within communities and regions.

career choices are available in planning for job/careers in a variety of career clusters.

the connection between work and academic achievement can influence one's future job/career.

an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) is an academic and career planning tool.

self-knowledge is an important part of the career planning process.

evaluate why people need to work (e.g., earn money, contribute to community, enhance self-esteem) to meet basic needs (e.g., food, clothing, shelter), provide self-satisfaction, and enjoyment

investigate how jobs/careers reflect both individual and societal needs and vary within communities and regions by:<ul><li> comparing different job opportunities in the home, school, and community (e.g., home business, flexible schedule)</li><li>recognizing that the roles of individuals at home, in the workplace, and in the community are constantly changing</li></ul>

describe a range of academic skills acquired in school (e.g., verbal and nonverbal communication, computer/technical, mathematical) and explain how these skills impact job success and future career opportunities by:<ul><li> researching career choices through the use of technology</li><li>identifying jobs in career clusters (e.g., Business and Marketing, Communications, Human Services, Social Services, Information Technology, Education, Social Sciences) that vary within and among regions</li><li>identifying resources (e.g., Internet, newspapers, magazines, counselors) and experiences (e.g., shadowing, mentoring) that can be used for locating job and career information</li></ul>

develop an educational plan that can impact their future career opportunities by:<ul><li> creating an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) as a tool to explore self-knowledge and academic aptitude and understand that career paths should relate to interests, aptitude, and abilities</li><li>identifying available postsecondary options (e.g., community and technical colleges, 4-year colleges, military service) used when developing career goals that are included in the Individual Learning Plan (ILP)</li></ul>

recognize how self-knowledge (e.g., interests, abilities) is helpful when selecting and preparing for a career path and that unique interests may lead to career choices

interpersonal skills impact individual's career choice and success in the workplace.

attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work.

employability skills are important to achieve success in the workplace.

academic and technical skills contribute to obtaining and succeeding in employment.

evaluate how interpersonal skills impact individual's career choice and success in the workplace by:<ul><li> explaining ways to cooperate at home, school and work</li><li>identifying available resources to locate job openings in the community</li><li>identifying effective group interaction strategies (e.g., communicating effectively, conflict resolution, compromise) to develop team skills</li><li>demonstrating how working cooperatively with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities is important to achieve success in the workplace</li><li>explaining the importance of working cooperatively with others by contributing ideas, suggestions and efforts to complete a task</li></ul>

explain how attitudes and work habits contribute to success at home, school and work by:<ul><li> describing leadership skills needed in the school, community and the workplace</li><li>explaining how attitudes and work habits transfer from the home and school to the workplace</li><li>identifying consequences for actions when disobeying rules and routines when employed</li><li>explaining the role of authority in school and the workplace</li><li>identifying the importance of developing good work habits (e.g., attendance, time management, problem-solving)</li></ul>

describe how employability skills are important to achieve success in the workplace by:<ul><li> explaining the components and complete a job application</li><li>examining potential job/careers in the community</li><li>explaining how success in an academic course of study could contribute to the ability to achieve and succeed in employment (e.g., Science/Medicine, Language Arts/Librarian)</li></ul>

explain how academic and technical skills contribute to obtaining and succeeding in employment by:<ul><li> explaining how effective communication skills (e.g., reading, writing, speaking, and listening) impacts work-related situations and give examples for success at home, school and work</li><li>explaining how success in a technical course of study could contribute to the achievement in employment (e.g., Computer and Technology Concepts/Web Design, Life Skills/Child Care)</li></ul>

scientific and technological changes can impact a variety of careers.

technology skills can enhance learning and be used in developing a career plan.

communication skills are essential in seeking and maintaining jobs/careers.

explain how scientific and technological changes impact specific careers (e.g., Nursing, Meteorologist, Radio and Television Broadcaster, Journalist)

evaluate how technology tools (e.g., computer programs, Internet, email, cell phones) are used in homes, schools and jobs by:<ul><li> explaining how technology provides access to information and resources at home, school and the workplace</li><li>developing components of an on-line Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to provide a focus for academic and career planning</li></ul>

demonstrate how communication skills are essential in seeking and maintaining jobs/careers by:<ul><li> describing the role of technology within a community in maintaining safe and healthy living environment</li><li>demonstrating how nonverbal communication skills (e.g., body language, facial expression, posture, dress) can impact relationships at home, school and the workplace</li><li>explaining how written communication skills are used at school and in the workplace</li></ul>