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 Academy of Finance (AOF) on Schedule to Begin in September 2012 Education Secretary Arne Duncan noted that far too many people lack the necessary financial planning skills to handle their money wisely and invest responsibly for their future. The call for schools to add a fi nancial literacy component to the curriculum has been heard. In response, Barker High School has teamed with local business and higher education leaders, Mr. Lowell McAdam, and the National Academy Foundation staff, to help prepare our students for college and career success. Working towards this goal, we are currently formulating a plan that identifies the steps we will take to support the development of the Academy of Finance promoting college and career readiness skills. The plan calls for all freshmen to take a financial literacy course addressing the core elements of the financial industry as well as personal finance beginning in September 2012. In addition, ongoing professional development will occur to ensure that our teachers are well prepared to effectively deliver instruction that integrates finance and information technology across the curriculum. As student interest grows in this area, a variety of industry and personal finance courses will continue through Grade 12 including a workplace internship to apply the relevant skills in a real world setting. A special thank you goes to the National Academy Foundation staff, Barbara Converso who also serves as Academy Director with assistance from Karin Menz and Audra Lakeman, Mr. Lowell McAdam, and our community partners for their support in designing Barker High School’s Academy of Finance. More information will be forthcoming as the year of planning continues. Please note additional information in the “Academy Corner” section on page 8 of this Banner. You can also visit the District’s website for updates on Academy news by visiting www.barkercsd.net/naf.
Sincerely, Dr. Roger J. Klatt Superintendent
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