Students conduct Internet research on 529 plans and create a digital slide presentation to inform others about how these plans can help people save for future education costs.
Save and invest (Saving for college), Spend (Paying for college)
CTE (Career and technical education), English or language arts, Social studies or history
High school (9-10), High school (11-12)
75-90 minutes
Big idea
A 529 plan can help encourage saving for future education costs.
Essential questions
- What are 529 plans?
- How can 529 plans help families save money to pay for higher education?
Objectives
- Understand what a 529 plan is
- Create a digital slide presentation on how 529 plans can help people meet their education savings goals
What students will do
- Identify what 529 plans are and their purpose.
- Create a digital slide presentation on 529 plans.
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Teacher guide
cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-presentation-529-plans_guide.pdf
Student materials
cfpb_building_block_activities_creating-presentation-529-plans_worksheet.pdf
Note: Please remember to consider your students’ accommodations and special needs to ensure that all students are able to participate in a meaningful way.
