Creating a Future Planning Binder for Seniors

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Objective

I can develop a personalized binder system that helps me manage my tasks and responsibilities as I transition from high school to the workforce or college.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

12 questions

1

What are the first steps you should take when creating a monthly budget?

2

Explain the difference between fixed and variable expenses and provide two examples of each.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Create a simple outline for a future planning binder that includes at least four sections. Describe the purpose of each section and how it will help you manage your tasks and responsibilities. Design a monthly calendar page that you would include in your future planning binder. List at least five types of events or deadlines you would track on this calendar and explain why each is important for your transition to the workforce or college.

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