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| 2056 - Financial Education - General | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2056.1) | 90 |
Number of individuals who gained knowledge related to financial management |
| 2056.2) | 0 |
Number of individuals who made a sound financial decision (regarding credit, budgeting, savings, and/or debt) |
| 2056.3) | 0 |
Number of those who have successfully completed financial management and/or career readiness programs that will help set future goals |
| 2056.5) | 4 |
Number of individuals who implemented at least one strategy to reduce expenses or manage money |
| 2056.4) | 0 |
Number of individuals who implemented strategies to avoid breaches in personal or financial security |
| 2056.6) | 0 |
Number of individuals who reported increased levels of understanding in the area: identifying estate planning strategies for the family, farming operation, or business |
| 2056.7) | 10 |
Number of individuals who took action toward implementing at least one estate planning strategy in regard to the subject matter presented |
| 2056.8) | 0 |
Dollars reported saved as a result of participating in a financial education program |
| 2056.9) | 0 |
Number of participants who attended age-related housing, financial, and estate planning programs not identified as a “major program.” Major age-related programs include: Keys to Embracing Again, 10 Warning Signs, and AARP Prepare to Care |
Author: Tamera Magee
Major Program: Financial Education - General
Financial management is a very important life skill. Many families do not prepare their children for this responsibility. Therefore, they are unaware of how to manage their dollars and can find themselves in debt. The Dropout Prevention and Volunteer Coordinator/Community Education Director invited Franklin Co. agents to participate in the Senior Skills Workshops for high school students. Due to Covid-19, workshops were held virtually. The FCS agent prepared a video using the Where Does Your Mon
