Lifestyle Choices Fair Setup - Students work in groups to set up booths that simulate different living scenarios in Santa Monica, focusing on trade-offs and decisions related to managing living costs. (25 min)

Introduction to Budgeting with Spreadsheets - Students learn the basics of creating and managing a personal budget using spreadsheet software, setting the foundation for tracking income, expenses, and savings goals. (20 min)

Exploration of Community Partners - Students research local non-profit organizations focused on housing and economic development, identifying potential volunteer opportunities and understanding their role in addressing housing affordability. (25 min)

Essential Question Discussion - In small groups, students discuss the essential question: 'How does the cost of living in Santa Monica impact lifestyle choices for a single adult?' and brainstorm initial thoughts and hypotheses. (20 min)

Budget Plan Drafting - Students begin drafting their personal budget plans for living in Santa Monica, incorporating real-world data on income and expenses, and applying spreadsheet skills learned previously. (25 min)

Peer Feedback and Reflection - Students share their draft budget plans with peers for feedback, engaging in self-reflection to monitor their learning progress and adjust their plans accordingly. (20 min)

Expert Feedback Sessions - Schedule one-on-one meetings with local economic experts to receive personalized feedback on budget plans and refine calculations based on real-world insights. (25 min)

Budget Plan Revision - Utilize feedback from experts to make adjustments to budget plans, ensuring accuracy and feasibility. (20 min)

Community Engagement and Reflection - Participate in volunteer opportunities with local non-profit organizations, gaining firsthand experience of housing affordability issues, followed by a reflection session on social impact. (25 min)

Panel Discussion with Community Members - Attend a panel where community members share personal stories about the impact of living costs, followed by student-led Q&A and reflection on learning. (20 min)

Documentary Film Production - Work in groups to edit and finalize the short documentary film, capturing interviews with local residents and business owners to explore the impact of living costs. (25 min)

Gallery Walk Preparation - Design and prepare creative infographics and art pieces for the 'Lifestyle Choices Gallery Walk,' illustrating the relationship between living costs and lifestyle choices. (20 min)