The economy is affecting us all. Having at least a year of finance class in high school, might help a student nearing their adult years to maintain and keep track of their money.
High School is the time when (almost) young adults has a part time job. Going into the real world is scary, and with the economy today, we young adults will have a hard time.
I believe a finance class will help a student further understand how to maintain, stabilize and track their money.