Jordan's Worksheets

A fully filled-in example for a realistic 16-year-old in Colorado Springs. Every number is calculated — phone, clothes, food, car, school, and the family costs Jordan doesn't see. Use it to calibrate your own numbers.

You make four decisions for Jordan — how he addresses the gap in his budget, whether he saves, which college path he takes, and how he approaches service. Each choice leads to a different version of Jordan at 25. The numbers are real. Includes a parent and teacher note at the end.

A letter to a parent or guardian — written with real numbers from Part C, not just sentiment. Includes notes on why the specific dollar amounts matter more than the tone. This letter works best after you've completed Part C and know the real numbers.

Version 1 for first-timers. Version 2 for students who did the research. Version 3 for students who keep coming back. Each one is more effective than the last — and the only difference is time. Version 3 is a civic credential. A submitted comment with specific funding data in the public record.

Five expense sections, a totals page, and reflection questions. Fill in by hand. Same content as the interactive website version.

Gift tracking table, income check, comparison table, green and red checklists, and hotline numbers. The safety workbook in print form.

Six sections covering housing, food, health, education, clothing, and transportation. The full family picture in one printable document.

Transfer your totals from all three parts, do the combined wage calculation, and connect your budget to your city's. The complete lesson in one printed form.