young patriots planner

Education Planner and Portfolio for ______________________________



Section 1 Goals and Values

Heart What do you want to learn?  History  American  Ancient  Middle Ages  Religious  Leadership  Service  Self-Reliance  Patriotism  Character development  Relationships

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Mind What do you want to learn?  Literary classics through the ages  Proper language and grammar  Build vocabulary  Explore the sciences  Biology  Chemistry  Physiology  Geology  Mathematics and Engineering  Economics and financial literacy  Principles of government

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Might What do you want to learn?  Computer technology  Craftsmanship and trades (plumbing, welding, machinery)  Fabric Arts  Fine Arts  Foreign Languages  Public speaking and teaching skills  Writing skills  Needle and yarn arts  Performing Arts  Videographer or photographer  Psychology  Mental Health Counseling

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Physical What do you want to learn?  Healthy Living  Physical Activities and Recreation  Exercise Science  Health care  Medical Sciences  Nutrition  Culinary Arts  Gardening  Horticulture  Agriculture and Farming

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Section 2 Calendars











Section 3: Life Skills

Life Skills Check List Life Skills—Age 12-13 _____ Demonstrate Heimlich maneuver and tell when it is used _____ Make deposits and withdrawals at the bank _____ Volunteer at the library or food bank _____ Time Management (should be able to manage an entire day of activities/assignments) _____ Check and fill all car fluids _____ Keyboarding skills with proficiency _____ Money Management: Budgeting basics, Charitable Giving, Spending Plan, Saving for a car, Saving Money, Emergency Fund _____ Have a work experience (paid or unpaid) with responsibilities and set hours. _____Care for a simple garden. Plant, care for, and harvest at least one food item _____ Understand how to care for wood furniture. Know the difference between real wood and veneer and the cleaning products used on each. _____ Demonstrate social etiquette in group settings, concerts, and Theater _____ Know how to properly use a fire extinguisher, methods for putting out an electric fire or grease fire

Life Skills Check List Life Skills—Age 14-15 _____ Know first aid for exhaustion, heat stroke, hypothermia, serious burns, puncture wounds from splinters, nails, and fish hooks _____ Plan, budget, shop for, and cook a complete meal _____ Start or manage a personal savings account.. _____ Understand monthly bills for a household (mortgage/rent, gas/electricity, water, phones, internet, etc.) _____ Safely use sharp knives and vegetable peelers to peel and chop a variety of fruits and vegetables _____ Know how to start a lawn mower, mow a lawn, and finish the borders with a weed-eater _____ Know how to mend clothing items (sewing on a button, re- pairing a seam, patching a hole) _____ Understand and be able to use public transportation _____ Know how to calculate a tip _____ Know how to make a good first impression (make eye con- tact, good posture, firm handshake, dress appropriately, avoid nervous fidgeting, speak clearly, do not interrupt) _____ Make a short public speech _____ Know how to protect identity and personal information on the internet

Life Skills Check List Life Skills—Age 16-17 ____ Plan well-balanced meals, including shopping and cooking ____ Pass a driver’s test ____ Write checks and balance a checkbook ____ Fill out a job application ____ Make one complete meal (nothing gourmet, just make sure they can feed themselves) ____ Money Management: Budget / Cash Flow, Debit cards vs. Credit Cards, Fraud Protection, Teaching Investing ____ Understand concept of interest ____ Explain how to obtain, maintain, and cancel utilities ____ Be able to calculate mileage and gas consumption ____ Understand car insurance, what it does and does not cover ____ Know how to change a tire and jump start a car ____ Understand basic car maintenance, oil change, tire pressure, tire rotation, air filters and tune ups ____ Prepare a resume ____ Know how to recognize and protect self and others from abuse ____ Know how to paint a room ____ Know how to tie a tie

Life Skills Check List Life Skills—Age 18 _____ Identify consumer protection resources _____ Identify procedures consumers can use when receiving an unsatisfactory product or service _____Understand family medical history _____ Know how to find a doctor for specific health concerns _____ Understand health insurance coverage and how to apply insurance for health needs _____ Complete job applications and develop interview skills _____ Complete a voter registration card _____ Understand how to read a ballot _____ Know how to evaluate candidates and issues. Participate in voter information forums and meet the candidates events _____ Recognize media bias and propaganda. Demonstrate critical thinking skills to determine truth in advertising and news Reports _____ Complete a basic personal finance training course



Section 4 Experiences Activities Service Logs Reading Logs



Experiences and Activities Include all experiences and activities such as camps, fairs, contests, field trips, club meet- ings, talks, workshops or any other activities that do not fit in the other sections











Section 5 Awards Recognitions