Economics

Location: Epiphany Lutheran Church, 6606 Maplecrest Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46835

Grade Level: 8th – 12th grades

Ages: 14 – 18

Classes Meet: Mondays

Second Semester (ONLY): Monday, January 8th – March 25th, 2024

(April 1st will be a make-up day if needed.)

Times: 1: 00 – 1: 50 pm 

Instructor: Becky Wilkins

Instructor Email: beckywilkins77@gmail.com

Tuition / Fees: $150.00 tuition.  An enrollment fee of $50 is due within 2 weeks of registration  will be deducted from your tuition. The enrollment fees are non-refundable and will hold your place in the class.

Course Description:

This Economics class will be a general overview of economics. We will be using readings from Bankruptcy of Our Nation by Jerry Robinson (of which students will need their their own copy) and lessons from Money Wise (DVD) and other resources. Students should expect to spend 20-30 minutes daily on readings and homework There will be quizzes and a final project.

Students will gain an understanding of economic issues that have an impact on the world we live in. It will be taught from a perspective of faith in God. We will incorporate Biblical teachings on money and finance, while giving an overview of the economic history of our country. Your students should be able to understand basic economic terms and concepts and be able to apply them to their own personal finances.

Students will need a copy of Bankruptcy of Our Nation by Jerry Robinson, available on Amazon – https://www.amazon.com/Bankruptcy-Our-Nation-Revised-

This is a one semester class, worth 1 credit on a high school transcript. 

Min. 5 / Max 18

There is a $50 enrollment fee(which will be deducted from your tuition) that is due upon registration. The enrollment fee is non-refundable and will hold your place in the class.

*If you have a student with special needs, please contact the teacher directly to discuss.