Welcome to My Finance Class, the official website for Financial Services and BPA at Northwest High School.
“I will remember my time in FS because it has taught me so many things. Not just the material taught but also valuable life lessons and moments where I could learn about myself.” Michael Brockert, 2023 |
“My favorite thing about this class is how everyone is close with each other, we are like a little family. I also like how you help us understand things by putting them in the perspective of the real world.” Alexis Bach, 2022 |
"My favorite thing about the class as a whole would probably be the people, everytime I stepped in the room there was such a positive vibe and we could always joke with each other and just talk for hours." Isaac Weitz, 2021 |
"Financial services made me meet friends that will last for a lifetime and has made me have many connections with the business world through BPA." Adrian Dykes, 2020 |
"Clark is the greatest teacher ever. He is the heart of this family. There is no other teacher who would dedicate as much of their free time as Clark does." Dylan Hodge, 2019 |
“I will remember this class because it has taught me vital life lessons, allowed me to gain new friendships, and most importantly, allowed me to become a member of BPA and gain experiences that I never would have gained if I hadn’t joined this class.” Diajah Kidd, 2018 |
“When I first sat down for the first day of Financial Services, I never expected to learn what I have now. We got to spend two bells together ... learning about business, sharing jokes, making friends, and most importantly building memories. I loved every moment of it.” Ryan Cartwright, 2017 |
“This class will live on with me later in life and the useful information that I learned will stick with me as well. I wish this class was brought to the attention of more people and people realized what they were missing out on, because this class is awesome.”Trevor Barton, 2016 |
“Financial Services was my favorite class this year! Not just because we got doughnuts after every test and were able to sit in comfortable chairs … but because we learned about things that I am actually interested in and can apply to my life.”Stephanie Russell, 2015 |
“My two years in Financial Services have been amazing and if I could, I would do it all over again!” Antenajia Carter, 2014 |
"Financial Services has helped me discover what I want to do with my future … now, I am ready to see where business can take me in life.”Lakisha Myrick, 2013 |
“The best thing about Financial Services is coming into the family environment every day. I have so many memories from this class and it’s amazing how close I have grown to my classmates.” Sterling Clark, 2014 |
“You learn more things in Financial Services than you will in any other class.” Cody Roberson, 2015 |
“Through the many group projects and activities, Financial Services allows everyone to open up and truly be themselves. It’s like the class gently nudges every single person out into the water until one day you look down and realize you’ve been swimming on your own … and you’re completely fine.” Jenna Ahr, 2016 |
“This class means a lot to me and it showed me so much about myself that I never even knew. Never in a million years would I have thought about being an entrepreneur and making my own business …" Greg Jackson, 2017 |
“The things that I learned in Financial Services are the things that I KNOW I will use in everyday life. I am very grateful for the two years I got to spend in FS.” Jacob Dickey, 2018 |
"FS was the most enjoyable class of my high school career. If my junior year hadn't already put FS at the number one spot, then my senior year most definitely locked it in at the top of my list." Tu Cao, 2019 |
"I want to thank you Clark. You have made the last two years of my high school career enjoyable. You have taught me a lot both in class and about life." AJ Wendland, 2020 |
"I have encountered great experiences and great people in FS. I honestly can’t imagine my high school journey without Financial Services and meeting a great person like Mr. Clark." Simeon Willis, 2021 |
“FS has turned into a home away from home!” Jenna Adleta, 2022 |
“Thank you Clark for always being there and for encouraging me. You always gave me that extra push I needed just to get to the next level.” Mike Jones, 2023 |
The FS Groove Much like in college, the key to your success in Financial Services is to stay organized, manage your time wisely, and keep deadlines in mind. Refer to the weekly sheets for your assignments and due dates; use the quarterly syllabus to plan further ahead. Tests and major projects should never be a surprise. Use the class website as a resource at school and as a way to stay connected from home. You can find details below on all of the daily/weekly routines and expectations in the class ...
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