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Elkhorn Public Schools
Business Curriculum
Vocational Education - Personal Finance

Banking Services
Personal Checking Accounts
The learner will be able to understand the purpose, uses, and advantages of personal checking accounts.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Checking Account Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Checking Account Documents
The learner will be able to prepare checking account documents, including signature card, checks, deposit slips, checkbook register, and bank reconciliation.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Checking Account Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Check Endorsements
The learner will be able to explain check endorsements and describe the types of checking accounts available to consumers.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Checking Account Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Banking Services
The learner will be able to define the various banking services available and fees charged to consumers.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Checking Account Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
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Financial Security
Purpose of Savings
The learner will be able to understand the need for and purpose of savings.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Financial Institutions
The learner will be able to list and describe the financial institutions where you can save, including the types of savings options available.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Selecting a Savings Account
The learner will be able to describe factors in selecting a savings account and the importance of saving regularly.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Purpose of Various Accounts
The learner will be able to explain the features and purpose of savings accounts, CDs, and money market funds and accounts.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Factors for Choosing a Savings Plan
The learner will be able to discuss some of the factors that influence the selection of a savings plan.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Two Ways to Save
The learner will be able to explain at least two ways to save regularly.
Strand Scope Source
Savings for the Future Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Corporate Bonds
The learner will be able to list the characteristics of corporate bonds.
Strand Scope Source
Investing In Bonds Master Elkhorn Public Schools Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Government Bonds
The learner will be able to describe government securities, including treasury bills, notes, and bonds; and municipal, savings and agency bonds.
Strand Scope Source
Investing In Bonds Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Buy and Sell Bonds
The learner will be able to explain how to buy and sell bonds.
Strand Scope Source
Investing In Bonds Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Financial Section of Newspaper
The learner will be able to demonstrate proficiency in using the financial section of a newspaper in the selection and study of bond prices.
Strand Scope Source
Investing In Bonds Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Common and Preferred Stock
The learner will be able to list the features of common stock and compare it to preferred stock.
Strand Scope Source
Investment in Stocks Master Elkhorn Public Schools Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Types of Stocks to Buy
The learner will be able to discuss how to choose the type of stock to buy, what affects the value and price of stocks, and how to computer a stock's return.
Strand Scope Source
Investment in Stocks Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Buying and Selling of Stocks
The learner will be able to explain the process of buying and selling stock, including auction exchanges and over the counter markets.
Strand Scope Source
Investment in Stocks Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Short and Long Term Investments
The learner will be able to describe short and long term investment strategies when buying and selling stocks.
Strand Scope Source
Investment in Stocks Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Investment Essentials
The learner will be able to understand investment essentials, including the need for and purpose of investments, and risks involved in investing.
Strand Scope Source
Managing Your Investment Master Elkhorn Public Schools Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Puline Effective Investment Strategies
The learner will be able to puline effective investment strategies and practices, including how to find and interpret investment information.
Strand Scope Source
Managing Your Investment Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Financial Information
The learner will be able to list and describe sources of financial information useful for making investment decisions.
Strand Scope Source
Managing Your Investment Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Investment Options
The learner will be able to list and define basic investment options, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, realestate, annuities, and other types of investments.
Strand Scope Source
Managing Your Investment Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
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Money Management
Payroll Deductions
The learner will be able to compute payroll deductions and net pay.
Strand Scope Source
Employee Pay and Benefits Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Employee Benefits
The learner will be able to identify optional and required employee benefits and recognize their value as additions to net pay.
Strand Scope Source
Employee Pay and Benefits Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Workplace Trends
The learner will be able to explain trends in the workplace such as flexible schedules, job rotation, job sharing, and permanent part-time employment.
Strand Scope Source
Employee Pay and Benefits Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Unions in the Workplace
The learner will be able to understand the roll of unions and professional organizations in the workplace.
Strand Scope Source
Employee Pay and Benefits Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Purpose of Income Tax
The learner will be able to understand the purpose of taxes, different types of taxes, and the history of taxes in the United States.
Strand Scope Source
Federal Income Tax Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Components of Tax System
The learner will be able to describe components of the tax system, including IRS, the power to tax, and paying your fair share.
Strand Scope Source
Federal Income Tax Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Preparing Tax Returns
The learner will be able to define and show a working knowledge of exemptions, dependents, and taxable and nontaxable income when preparing tax returns.
Strand Scope Source
Federal Income Tax Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Tax Forms
The learner will be able to prepare forms 1040 EZ and 1040 A Individual Federal Income Tax Returns.
Strand Scope Source
Federal Income Tax Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Budgeting Process
The learner will be able to analyze and understand the budgeting process and prepare personal and case study budgets.
Strand Scope Source
Budgets and Financial Records Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Record Keeping
The learner will be able to understand the purpose of personal record keeping and be able to prepare a personal net worth statement and personal property inventory.
Strand Scope Source
Budgets and Financial Records Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Legal Contracts
The learner will be able to explain the elements of legal contracts nd negotiable instruments and understand your rights and responsibilities.
Strand Scope Source
Budgets and Financial Records Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
Filing System
The learner will be able to discuss the need for a filing system for personal records.
Strand Scope Source
Budgets and Financial Records Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 8.7
  
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Risk Management
Concept of Insurance
The learner will be able to explain the concept of insurance; what it is and how it works.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Risks and Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Insurance Terminology
The learner will be able to define basic insurance terminology and types of risk.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Risks and Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Process of Risk Management
The learner will be able to list the steps and discuss the process of risk management.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Risks and Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Personal Insurance Program
The learner will be able to plan a personal insurance program.
Strand Scope Source
Personal Risks and Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Need for Property & Liability Insura
The learner will be able to describe the need for fire, theft, and other forms of property insurance and types of policies.
Strand Scope Source
Property and Liability Insurance Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Automobile Insurance
The learner will be able to discuss the types of automobile insurance coverages available and what each coverage is designed to protect.
Strand Scope Source
Property and Liability Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Umbrella Policy
The learner will be able to explain the concept of liability insurance as it relates to an umbrella policy.
Strand Scope Source
Property and Liability Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Need for Health Insurance
The learner will be able to describe the need for health insurance, types of health insurance coverage, and health plans available to consumers.
Strand Scope Source
Health and Life Insurance Introduce Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Disability Insurance
The learner will be able to discuss the availability, need, and cost of disability insurance.
Strand Scope Source
Health and Life Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
Types of Insurance Plans
The learner will be able to explain the need for and types of life insurance plans that are available to American Consumers.
Strand Scope Source
Health and Life Insurance Master Elkhorn Public Schools(a) Nebraska Links to Learns BE 12.7
  
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