On-Demand Webinar

Personal Finance Boot Camp Session 1

Time: 120 mins,
Presenter: Christopher Power

Objective

Teachers will be able to:

  • Feel comfortable with a strong foundational understanding of risk management (insurances) and investment diversification
  • Break down concepts for students of all ages & socioeconomic status, making sure content relates to all demographics
  • Be able to implement effective and interactive pedagogical strategies for teaching financial literacy

Standards

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Description

Join us for an interactive session designed to equip high school teachers with the knowledge and tools to teach financial literacy in a way that resonates with students of all ages, backgrounds, and socioeconomic statuses. In this session, you’ll gain a strong foundational understanding of essential financial concepts, including risk management (insurance) and investment diversification, ensuring you’re confident in teaching these topics to your students.

You’ll learn how to break down complex concepts so they’re understandable for students at varying levels of financial knowledge, and how to implement effective, engaging, and interactive pedagogical strategies for teaching financial literacy.

By the end of this session, you’ll be equipped to help students set realistic financial goals, understand the importance of long-term planning, and develop the skills to make informed financial decisions. You’ll walk away with practical, classroom-ready activities and strategies that empower students to take control of their financial futures.

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