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Florida Just Became the Largest State to Mandate Personal Finance Education in High School
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed bill SB 1054, which mandates personal finance education for high school graduation.
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Personal Finance Education Is Gaining Momentum But Economics Is Falling by the Wayside, Study Finds
Twenty-three states now require a personal finance course for graduation, according to the 2022 Survey of the States from the Council for Economic Education.
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Florida Lawmakers Unanimously Approve Personal Finance Education Bill
The Florida Senate and House of Representatives in recent days both unanimously passed a bill mandating personal finance education in schools.
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60% of Teens Want to Launch Their Own Businesses Instead of Working Regular Jobs
A survey by Junior Achievement USA found that 60% of teenagers are considering entrepreneurship over regular jobs for their future careers.
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Why Manners Matter: Top Tips for Raising Kind Kids
The benefits of teaching kids to be considerate early on go well beyond good manners, as research suggests that raising them to be kind is key to development.
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Top Coders Say These Skills Will Give Kids a Head Start in the Industry
Jobs in programming continue to be lucrative and in demand, and these skills give kids the best chance of succeeding in the industry.
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Student Loan Debt Hurts the Mental Health of Most Borrowers, Survey Finds
Most borrowers, 62%, say student loan debt negatively affected their mental health, according to the Invest in You Student Loan Survey conducted by Momentive.
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Amid Another Covid Surge, Schools and Businesses Find Plans Disrupted Once Again
The pandemic is far from over, with the omicron variant driving cases of the virus to record levels as Americans enter a new year.
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Struggling to Keep the Kids Occupied Over the Holidays? Here Are Some Fun, Development-Boosting Activities
Experts say there are a number of simple holiday activities that are both fun and beneficial for children’s development.
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Teachers Can Deduct Covid-19 Related Expenses on Their Taxes This Year. What to Know
Educators can deduct up to $250 each in eligible expenses on their taxes. In 2021, that includes any money spent on Covid-19 masks, soap and more.
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Meet the Financial Literacy Leaders Making a Difference in Their Communities
CNBC, in partnership with Acorns, celebrates financial literacy leaders who demonstrate a commitment to educating those who are often left behind.
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6 Reasons Why Americans Aren't Returning to Work
Job growth has been slower in recent months than many expected, even as job openings are near record highs. So what’s keeping people on the sidelines?
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Olympic BMX Champion Reveals the Life Lessons She Learned From Her Part-Time Job
After her funding was cut, British Olympic BMX champion Beth Shriever became a teaching assistant, an experience she says taught her important life lessons.
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U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona Says Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Is Wrong to Ban Covid Vaccine Mandates
“It’s appalling that we’re talking about debating whether or not to protect children,” said Education Secretary Miguel Cardona.
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To Raise Successful Children, Teach Them About Economics, Education Expert Says
October marks the first-ever Economics Education Month. Here is what you can do to help your kids become more informed.
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Oct. 5 Is World Teacher's Day—Here's How Much Teachers Around the World Are Paid
OECD data indicates that salaries for primary teachers with 15 years of experience are highest in Luxembourg, where educators earn $101,360 on average.
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California Will Require Covid Vaccination for K-12 Students Attending School in Person After Full FDA Approval
Newsom’s latest order, the first of its kind nationwide, will roll out in two phases for students learning in-person.
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Want to Raise Financially Healthy Kids? Here's What to Do — and Mistakes to Avoid
You can start teaching your kids about money at at early age.
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Here's One Important Way Parents Can Help Develop Their Child's Confidence, According to a Parenting Expert
A parenting expert shared one way parents can help develop their child’s self-esteem.
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Educational Psychologist: If There's One Skill You Should Teach Your Kids, This Is It
An educational psychologist says parents shouldn’t underestimate the value of one skill when it comes to their child’s learning and development.