S.C.R. No. 28 Summary

• Urges the Department of Education to include financial literacy teaching in the existing personal transition plan course requirement for all high school students.

• Directs the Department of Education to ensure consistency in financial literacy course content across all Department of Education high schools.

• Notes that while the Department of Education offers a financial literacy elective course, it is not currently required for all students.

• Recognizes that lack of financial literacy creates barriers to financial stability and that students need education in money management, credit, debt, and fiscal responsibility.

• Requires transmittal of certified copies of the resolution to the Superintendent of Education and Chairperson of the Board of Education.