Managing Money and More! Financial Literacy Camp for Teens
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
In an era where teen spending is skyrocketing, the knowledge of how to manage finances wisely is more crucial than ever! This 5-day camp is designed to empower teens with the financial literacy needed to navigate the complex world of money management. From understanding credit scores to mastering the basics of investing, this camp sets the foundation for a debt-free life filled with wise financial decisions. Camp Overview: 💡 Engaging Learning: Essential financial topics with guided notes, enriching activities, and mini-games, making learning both effective and enjoyable. 📈 Real-World Skills: Teens will explore credit scores, investing, online banking, installment loans, and the smart use of credit cards, gaining confidence in their ability to manage money. Enrichment Activities: 🏦 Practical Application: Daily enrichment activities and interactive online simulations provide hands-on experience with real-life financial scenarios. 🗨️ Interactive Discussions: Encouraged question-asking and participation foster a dynamic learning environment. Daily Itinerary: Day 1: Mastering Budgets - Understanding the importance and how-to of budgeting. Day 2: Credit vs. Debit - Learning about interest rates, borrowing costs, and avoiding credit card debt. Day 3: Building Credit Scores - Navigating the world of credit scores and their impact on borrowing. Day 4: Navigating Online Banking - Engaging with an online banking simulation to practice bill payments, money transfers, and spending analysis. Day 5: The Basics of Investing - Introduction to saving accounts, mutual funds, and stocks, and witnessing how investments grow. Empowering Teens: 🚀 Financial Confidence: Equip teens with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions, understand the power of savings, and navigate the complexities of credit. 💳 Smart Money Management: Instill a solid foundation in managing finances, understanding credit, and exploring investment opportunities. 🎓 Why Join This Financial Literacy Camp? This camp isn't just about managing money; it's about setting up teens for lifelong financial success. Let me help empower your teen with the financial literacy skills they need to thrive in the real world!
Learning Goals
I want every student to come out of the camp feeling like they understand better the importance of saving and budgeting and have the basic foundations of how they can make their money work in their favor by making sound financial decisions.
Other Details
Supply List
Come to class with the handouts from class, a writing utensil, a calculator, and all of the questions you have about MONEY!
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
North Dakota Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
5 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Jamestown College
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Jamestown College
I have been teaching financial literacy classes to students and adults for 20 years.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$85
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 42 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class