May 12, 2026

Financial Literacy Designed for the Age of AI

In a world where artificial intelligence can generate answers in seconds, one thing matters more than ever: students must still learn how to think.
Today’s students can use AI to build budgets, calculate loan payments, estimate taxes, project salary growth, and even create financial plans. But when technology does all the work, students risk missing the most important part of learning: the reasoning behind the decisions.

Financial literacy in the AI era is not just about finding answers. It is about understanding consequences, evaluating choices, and developing the judgment needed to make smart financial decisions independently.

That is why handwriting, problem-solving, and active engagement still matter. Students need opportunities to work through financial concepts themselves, building the critical thinking and decision-making skills that technology cannot replace.

River City High School Advances Academic Excellence Through Student Growth and Accountability

River City High School is building a culture of academic excellence through accountability, personalized planning, and student growth. Using the Career Choices curriculum and 10-Year Plan process, students regularly evaluate their academic progress, adjust goals, and connect classroom learning to future career pathways. The school’s student-centered approach has helped drive strong graduation rates, improved achievement outcomes, and consistent recognition as a national Career Choices Gold Medal school. River City’s success demonstrates how intentional career and life planning can strengthen student engagement while preparing learners for college, careers, and long-term success.

Apply for the Career Choices Medal Program and Be Recognized for Student Success

Student success is about more than grades. It’s about helping students build confidence, discover direction, and create a meaningful plan for their future. Schools like River City High School are demonstrating what’s possible through the Career Choices program, earning recognition through the Career Choices Medal Program for their commitment to student growth, accountability, and life-ready learning. As the school year comes to a close, now is the perfect time for schools to celebrate their impact and apply for recognition alongside other nationally recognized model programs leading the way in college, career, and life readiness.

Summer Professional Development Workshops Now Open Through July

This summer is the perfect time to invest in professional growth with a wide range of online workshops. Scheduled through July, these interactive professional development sessions are designed to help educators, counselors, and school leaders strengthen implementation of the Career Choices curriculum, enhance student engagement, and build more effective college, career, and life readiness programs. From introductory implementation workshops to advanced training opportunities, participants will gain practical strategies, planning tools, and hands-on support they can immediately apply in their schools. Whether you are launching a new program or refining an existing one, these workshops provide valuable opportunities to collaborate, learn, and prepare for a strong start to the new school year. 

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