Welcome to Reality Town 2005 2004 West Hills
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Welcome to Reality Town 2005 © 2004 West Hills Middle School
§In A Christmas Carol, Scrooge was given a glimpse of his possible future.
§ The same is about to happen to you, as you glimpse into your possible future at age 30!
§Meet the ghost of your career future!
Reality Town §How is this going to happen? §When is this going to happen?
§This will happen at Reality Town on Tuesday, October 18 th.
Reality Town will be held in 2 sessions. The Geography classes from periods 1, 2, & 7 will attend the first session at 8: 00.
Reality Town will be held in 2 sessions. The Geography classes from periods 3, 4, 5, & 6, will attend the second session at 10: 15
Reality Town § Reality Town is a glimpse into THE Real World. § One with jobs, § Responsibilities, § And bills!
Reality Town §This is a glimpse into your future so you can begin to plan now.
Reality Town §You will spend 2 hours in the WHMS gym making lifestyle and budget decisions.
Reality Town § Since we don't know exactly what the future holds, many things were assigned at random.
These Include §How many kids you have. §Whether or not your spouse works.
Reality Town §The Career you have is based on your Grade Point Average
Reality Town §This not the way it must be, but just a glimpse into what adult life is like.
Reality Town §What do I do in Reality Town?
Reality Town § You will enter Reality Town by going in the southwest doors (by the auditorium).
Reality Town §As you enter the gym, you will pick up your individual packet for Reality Town.
Reality Town §Packets will be divided by geography teacher and period.
Reality Town § On your packet, it will give you information about your possible life at 30.
Reality Town § Read your packet carefully!
Reality Town § Some of you have a spouse who stays home and doesn’t work. § This means you save on child care.
Reality Town § Some of you have a spouse who goes to school. § This means they may contribute more income in the future.
Reality Town § Some of you have a spouse who works. § This means you have a higher income.
Reality Town § Each student scenario will be unique because occupations, children, and spouses will differ.
Reality Town § Once you have your packet and have determined how much you have to spend…
Reality Town § You begin visiting the businesses and buying services and goods.
Reality Town § You will select a package. Many businesses have different options. § Some options cost more than others. § Consider your income at all times!
Reality Town § After you pick your option, write a check. § Fill in your check register. § Once you pay, someone at the booth will initial your packet.
Reality Town § What if I run out of Money?
Reality Town § Make sure your plan before you begin spending so you don’t run out of money.
Reality Town § If you run into a problem, visit the SOS booth. § Get help at Financial Planning!
Reality Town § What are some of the businesses?
CHILD CARE § Pay for someone to care for your children whether it is because of work or you need a night out.
COMMUNICATIONS § Options include a telephone, cell phone, internet, cable TV, and more.
LIFES UNEXPECTED EXPERIENCES § You will draw a card. This simulates those events in life that adults have to deal with. § Some are good, others are not so good.
TRANSPORTATION § You will select a car and make the payment. § This also includes paying for gas and upkeep on both cars.
§ Plus many more. § The complete list of businesses with descriptions is included in your packet.
Reality Town § Once you visit all the businesses, hand in your packet and check book at the table where you picked them up.
Reality Town §Is Reality Town a glimpse of how your life must turn out?
Reality Town § NO! § You control your own future and will make your own choices.
Reality Town § Make Reality Town a learning experience. § Make it a turning point for making good choices.
Reality Town §Make the Reality of your future bright! §Make good career plans.
Reality Town § Remember to bring a pen to write checks with. § A full grocery ad will save you 10% on your food bill.
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