Georgia has one of the highest rates of bankruptcy in the nation. Millions of American families lack even basic banking accounts. Half of us are not putting enough away to maintain our standard of living after retirement. The most useful skills many students learn are those that apply to their own economic lives: how to understand credit cards, set a budget and balance a checkbook, for example. The Georgia Council offers several programs to help teachers bring financial literacy into the classroom. Browse our materials.

Financial Fitness for Life

A comprehensive personal finance curriculum, funded by Bank of America Foundation through the National Council on Economic Education, icludes teacher, student and parent "workout" guides at four levels covering K-12. More about Financial Fitness for Life.

More Personal Finance Resources

Learn about the Georgia Consortium for Personal Financial Literacy. Visit Equifax's credit education site with sections on understanding and managing your credit, protecting against identity theft, and preparing for a major purchase.