Most schools give courses like it was a preparation for the game show Jeopardy. Much of the information is memorized for exams than forgotten, right after.

We all live in the real world where it can be tough to make a living, save money or get along with someone from another culture.

I recommend these courses from "The School Of Hard Knocks".

1. Money Management: Bascially, this is just living within one's means while putting money away for a rainy day or retirement. In Canada, saving vehicles include RRSPs, RESPs, TFSAs and home ownership. Discover them and use them.
2. Business and Investments: Becoming an entrepreneur like Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg or Google's Sergey Brin and Larry Page can be very profitable. My own views on "Stock Market Investing" are on the right side of this page under "Investing In The Future". This is an important subject because lots of money can be made or lost on the stock market.
3. Wellness and Health: Life can become difficult if you're prone to ill health and/or obesity. It makes good sense to eat properly and exercise well. I've written many blog entries on this subject and here's one that I've hyperlinked.
4. Politics and Democracy: As a citizen of whatever country you're in, you have a duty to examine the political and democratic issues of that country and take a stand on them. Understanding the positions of political parties is also part of your civic duties.
5. Comparative Religion:Freedom of religion is a basic human right. Although you many disagree with a person's religious views, you should understand and respect different spiritual paths. In the 21st century, this includes new age religions where aliens and past-life memories are part of a unique vision of life.

Even if schools neglect the challenges of modern day problems, the above subjects can be self-taught on the internet.

I wish you well in developing a life long strategy in handling the major areas of conflict and depression on Earth. Tell me your story.