Business/Marketing/Computers Department
Coming to Parker High School
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
A financial literacy event for both Parker and Craig High School Business Students.
In cooperation with Janesville’s business community
This real-life simulation will be held in Parker’s Main Gym this year.
Prior to March 3, students will select an occupation and research the monthly income for their occupation in this area of the country. Their family status (married, single, children) is randomly assigned. Paychecks are distributed as they enter and Uncle Sam is waiting to deduct his share. If they are married, their spouses’ occupation is assigned and his/her earnings are included in the paycheck. Each student visits a bank, deposits their pay, and receives a checkbook.
This interactive program for students from Parker and Craig High Schools is designed to demonstrate the need for money management skills, provide an opportunity for students to connect with community business leaders, and allow students to exercise budgeting skills.
Reality Check location alternates between Parker and Craig High Schools and is planned by the Business Education Departments, Forward Janesville and community members, and student volunteers from Business and Marketing classes.