Sophomore Year
Wealth
- Monthly budgeting
- Saving for medium-term goals
- Introduction to banking (checking/savings accounts)
- Debit cards and responsible use
- Introduction to credit (what it is, why it matters)
- Consumer decision-making
Health
- Nutrition planning on a budget
- Sexual health education (consent, protection, respect)
- Mental health maintenance strategies
- Understanding depression and anxiety
- Healthy relationships
- Managing stress productively
Education
- Connecting school to careers
- Study skills that work
- Exploring career clusters
- Trade school vs. college vs. workforce
- Building a résumé (first draft)
- Extracurriculars and leadership
Emotions
- Emotional regulation strategies
- Handling disappointment and failure
- Assertive communication
- Managing anger and impulsivity
- Peer pressure and decision-making
- Strengthening self-esteem
Life Skills
- Cooking simple meals independently
- Transportation basics (public transit, ride planning)
- Scheduling appointments
- Digital literacy (online safety, professionalism)
- Personal responsibility in shared spaces
Spiritual
- Values-based decision-making
- Integrity and character
- Service and contribution
- Reflection practices (journaling, silence, prayer/meditation)
- Mentorship and role models