October 14, 2025

Lifestyle Math Is Here + PD Workshop Coming Soon

As financial literacy mandates expand nationwide, Lifestyle Math offers a fresh way to make money lessons meaningful. This one-semester curriculum asks students a powerful question: What lifestyle do you want at age 29—and how will you afford it? By calculating their own “29 Number”—the monthly budget needed to support their envisioned lifestyle—students connect everyday math and financial literacy to real-life goals. They gain clarity and confidence as they see how today’s decisions shape their future.

To help teachers bring this innovative curriculum to life, our 3-hour remote professional development workshop is coming soon. You’ll become familiar with the “29 Number,” learn strategies to make financial concepts engaging, and get the tools to connect lessons to students’ real-world goals. This workshop ensures every educator can confidently guide students as they transform financial literacy into life literacy.

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Other Professional Development Available Now

In addition to Lifestyle Math, we offer a variety of professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your Career Choices series curriculum. From workshops that support middle school transitions to full implementation sessions with hands-on strategies and My10YearPlan.com® integration, there’s a PD option tailored for every educator. Reserve your spot today and start the year fully prepared to make a lasting impact on your students’ success!

You can also contact Sandy Ward at sandy@academicinnovations.com or book a one-on-one planning session to find out about additional dates or custom PD options.

Building Financial Confidence: How Lifestyle Math Supports Mental Health

Did you know financial literacy is closely tied to mental health? According to Heartwise Support, understanding money—through budgeting, goal-setting, and planning—can reduce financial stress and improve overall well-being. We hope Lifestyle Math can be a tool to curb these stressors by providing students with a blueprint for gaining control over their finances, while building both the confidence and resilience that supports their mental health.

Upcoming Conference Attendance

We’ll be in attendance at the conferences you see above. If you’re attending, we’d love to meet you and discuss your needs and our curriculum. See you soon! 

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