Financial Responsibility And Decision Making

  • 1.

    People have limited resources and must prioritize their needs and wants. Saving and/or investing a percentage of income contributes to an individual's financial well-being. Professionals can help individuals determine financial goals.4-6.1

  • 2.

    Competencies (knowledge and skills), commitment (motivation and enthusiasm), competition (globalization and automation), training, work ethic, abilities and attitude are all factors impacting one's earning potential and employability.4-6.2

  • 3.

    People may receive money as gifts, allowance or income. Incomes can vary based on knowledge, skills and experiences.4-6.3

  • 4.

    Recognize that people pay taxes on the money they earn. Money collected from taxes is used to provide local, state and national government services.4-6.4

Planning And Money Management

  • 5.

    Financial responsibility includes the development of a spending and savings plan (personal budget).4-6.5

Informed Consumer

  • 6.

    An informed consumer makes decisions on purchases that may include a decision-making strategy to determine if purchases are within their budget.4-6.6

Credit And Debt

  • 7.

    Examine the different ways that people pay for goods and services.4-6.7

  • 8.

    People may have to borrow money for large purchases. There are financial responsibilities with borrowing.4-6.8

  • 9.

    Saving today can help meet future goals, including education.4-6.9

Risk Management And Insurance

  • 10.

    Individuals must protect their identity, money and property.4-6.10

Investing

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    Investing

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 4, Grade 5, and Grade 6
When were these standards adopted?
2019
Where can I read the official document?
Ohio's Model Curriculum: Financial Literacy