--- title: Future-Ready Skills for California Students | Wayfinder description: Support California students with future-ready curriculum. 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[Privacy Policy](https://www.withwayfinder.com/privacy-policy) - [Terms of Use](https://www.withwayfinder.com/terms-of-service) © Wayfinder, 2023 ## Future-Ready Skills Curriculum for California Students Build purpose, collaboration, adaptability, and critical thinking across PreK-12 Wayfinder supports future-ready skill-building with content on creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration for wellness in school, career, and life.  Our K-12 curriculum guides students to discover their purpose and confidently navigate their futures. Explore how Wayfinder can support California's students in developing future-ready skills, including content to support a semester-long course in personal finance. [Explore California Resources](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/future-ready-skills-for-ca#ca-schedule-demo) [Talk with Wayfinder](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/future-ready-skills-for-ca#ca-schedule-demo) ## California Schools + Districts Using Wayfinder ![BF | California](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/BF%20%7C%20California.png?width=300&height=443&name=BF%20%7C%20California.png "BF | California") Wayfinder is aligned to meet California's standards that support students and staff. Wayfinder can: - Help schools build supportive learning environments through partnerships and consistent practices. - Prove research-based guidance and professional learning for planning and implementation. - Strengthen adult well-being and capacity so educators can confidently support students. - Offer a flexible K–12 curriculum that builds essential life skills and healthy mindsets. **Wayfinder's research-backed curriculum complies with FERPA, COPPA, and PPRA and is already the top choice of more than 100+ schools and districts throughout California, including:** - Palo Alto Unified School District - San Mateo Union HS District - Belmont-Redwood Shores ESD - West Contra Costa Unified School District - Fremont Union High School District - ASPIRE Public Schools - Susanville Elementary School District - Green Dot Public Schools - Konocti Unified School District - San Gabriel Unified School District - El Dorado Union High School District - Washington Unified School District - KIPP SoCal - Oceanside Unified - And many more! ## Teach California’s Personal Finance Requirements California’s Personal Finance Requirements were developed to help students prepare for life after high school. Starting in the 2027-2028 school year, **all California public schools must offer a personal finance course**. The course will become a graduation requirement beginning with the class of 2031. Wayfinder offers semester-long content for grades 9-12 and curated financial literacy activities for grades 3-8 that California teachers can use to reinforce key themes of these state standards. See how our financial literacy content aligns with California's state standards. **Click below to get the alignment guide!** [Get the Guide](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/california-personal-finance-requirements?hsLang=en) ![CA Personal Finance](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hubfs/CA%20Personal%20Finance.png "CA Personal Finance") ![Template](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Template.png?width=180&height=180&name=Template.png) ## Teach Students About Personal Finance and College + Career Readiness California has made personal finance a graduation requirement (AB 2927). Starting in 2027–28, every high school will need to offer a one-semester class covering topics such as: - Budgeting and saving - Credit and debt - Planning for the future Money smarts start here! Wayfinder’s personal finance curriculum is ready to help every student graduate with the skills to thrive. **[Explore Wayfinder's semester-long content here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QAlJYdHi4Lss_IY106mC1veLbGKgSjUJ/view?usp=sharing).** ## Talk to Wayfinder: Support California Students to Develop Future-Ready Skills Book time to talk with our team about how Wayfinder content supports California needs and aligns with state standards. ![Schedule a Wayfinder Demo for California Districts](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/hs-fs/hubfs/5-4.png?width=800&height=800&name=5-4.png) Learn more about how Wayfinder supports California schools, including: - Integrated Student Supports - Family and Community Engagement - Collaborative Leadership and Practices for Educators and Administrators - Extended Learning Time and Opportunities - Semester-long Personal Finance Content ## Even More California-Aligned Resources ## Attendance Recovery: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Struggling with attendance? Download the [**Chronic Absenteeism Today Guide**](https://pages.withwayfinder.com/chronic-absenteeism-guide?hsLang=en) to learn how three school districts improved student attendance. 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