9 Week Financial Boot Camp for Middle Schoolers and Teens
Your teens will take control of their financial future with this engaging and practical 9-week financial literacy course. Through budgeting, saving, investing, and entrepreneurship lessons to manage their money.
Pernethyia Harmon
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(9)
What's included
9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be issued throughout the entire course. Please make sure it is completed to stay on track with learned material.Assignments
Assignments are used during each video lesson. Please make sure the sheets are printed out and ready for use during the class.Assessment
includedCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
What will be taught? Learners will explore essential financial concepts, including budgeting, saving, investing, credit, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on practical skills for real-life application. How is your class structured? This is a 9-week, self-paced course with weekly video lessons, interactive activities, and assignments to apply what learners have studied. Each week builds on the previous topics, leading to a final financial plan project. How will you teach? Lessons are delivered through engaging video lectures, interactive slides, and downloadable worksheets. Each topic includes hands-on activities to reinforce learning, and assignments encourage learners to apply skills to their daily lives. What’s your teaching style? My teaching style is practical, approachable, and encouraging, designed to meet learners where they are. I incorporate real-world examples and fun, relatable activities to keep students engaged. How much will learners get to interact with you? While this is a self-paced course, I will provide personalized feedback on assignments and respond to questions via the Outschool platform. Weekly posts will include tips, encouragement, and optional challenges to keep learners motivated.
Learning Goals
Learners will identify and explain the importance of budgeting, saving, investing, and credit. They will apply these concepts to create a personal budget and savings plan.Learners will explore the basics of entrepreneurship, including creating a product or service and managing finances. By the end of the course, they will develop a simple business plan to demonstrate their understanding.
Syllabus
9 Lessons
over 9 WeeksLesson 1:
Week 1: Money Management Tools
Explore the importance of financial literacy and understand the value of money 1 assignment
19 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Week 2: Creating a Budget
Learn how to create and stick to a budget using simple tools. 1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Week 3: Smart Saving Strategies
Discover different savings methods and set a realistic financial goal. 1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Week 4: Understanding Credit and Debt
Learn how credit works, the dangers of debt, and how to use credit wisely. Other Details
Learning Needs
This class is designed to be flexible and supportive for learners with unique needs, including ADHD, Dyslexia, or ASD. Content is presented in manageable steps, with clear instructions, and visual aids.
Parental Guidance
This class uses approved third-party tools, including YouTube and Canva, for supplemental videos and project creation. Families do not need to create accounts for these tools, as access is provided directly through the class.
Pre-Requisites
There are no prerequisites for this course; all learners are welcome, regardless of prior financial knowledge. A willingness to learn and participate in hands-on activities is all that’s needed to succeed!
Supply List
Pencils Notebook or binder for organizing notes, worksheets, and assignments. Calculator for budget calculations and financial planning exercises. Access to a computer/tablet with internet for watching video lessons and completing assignments. Printable worksheets and resources (provided within the course).
Sources
This class uses approved third-party tools, including YouTube and Canva, for supplemental videos and project creation. Families do not need to create accounts for these tools, as access is provided directly through the class.
Sources used in this class include:
YouTube: Short, curated videos to explain financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, and investing.
Khan Academy: Articles and interactive resources to reinforce financial literacy topics.
Joined July, 2019
4.7
9reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Colorado State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Park University
Bachelors in Education and Leadership
Masters in Finance and Global Studies
17 years of teaching experience
10 years of remote teaching experience
I have several years of experience teaching financial literacy to middle schoolers and teens, both in online and classroom settings. I hold a background in financial management and have worked with young learners in after-school programs and summer camps, focusing on practical financial skills such as budgeting, saving, and goal setting. Additionally, I have designed and facilitated courses that empower students to understand personal finance and entrepreneurship, making the subject matter both engaging and applicable to their everyday lives.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$14
weekly or $120 for all content9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-18
