Take charge of your finances.
Money Matters® brings personal finance to life for students—both in classrooms and online! Our hands-on workshops and full curricula can be led by our expert staff or taught by teachers using our ready-to-go materials, perfect for groups of 10–30. Plus, our interactive, virtual ChargeLab courses let kids dive into fun scenarios and activities while learning the value of money—and in select sessions, they can even earn a $10 savings certificate to start their own bank account!
take charge of your finances.
Money Matters In-Person
Money Matters sets your students up for success with the fundamentals of personal finance. Each topic can be delivered by our trained staff at your site or ours and can function as stand-alone workshops or an entire personal finance curriculum. Alternately, teachers can select subject matter that best fits students’ needs, then receive training and materials to teach the content, themselves. Money Matters classes are perfect for groups of 10-30 students.
Money Matters Virtual
Join us online to learn about money! Virtual Money Matters courses engage kids in learning the importance of money and banking. Each virtual class is self-guided and features fun, hands-on games, activities, and lessons. In some classes, participants can earn a $10 savings certificate for attending. Certificates can only be deposited into a Young Americans Bank account. Only one certificate is available per course.
Which Money Matters® program is right for you?
Welcome to Money Matters In-Person Classes
Grades K-3 Topics
- Intro to Money (K-1 Only)
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Saving and Goal Setting
- Credit vs. Debit
- Philanthropy
Grades 4-8 Topics
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Saving and Goal Setting
- Credit
- Credit vs. Debit
- Investing
- Philanthropy
Grades 9-12 Topics
- Banking
- Budgeting
- Saving and Goal Setting
- Credit
- Credit v. Debit
- Investing
- Philanthropy
Welcome to Money Matters Virtual Classes
Grades K-1st
- Coin Detective: Students will learn all about coins with a story and interactive activities
- Lunch Time: Students will practice making purchases on a limited budget.
- Where’s Goldie?: Students learn about basic concepts of banking and personal finance.
Grades 2-3rd
What do I want to be when I grow up?: Students will explore different career paths to find one that is a good fit for them.
See Your Savings Grow: This class will teach the importance of setting short- and long-term savings goals, why saving at a bank is a good idea, and give them the opportunity to practice saving with a fun, life simulation game!
Budgeting Basics: This class will teach about needs and wants, and basic budgeting concepts.
Money That Grows on Trees: This class will teach students about interest and making their money work for them.
Grades 4-12th
- Banking: In this course, students will explore the different types of bank products and their respective benefits. Then they’ll learn about and practice the available tools to track their money and keep it safe!
- Spending: In this course, students will identify their values and evaluate how values affect spending habits. Students will then learn how to set financial goals that are aligned with their values and practice making a plan to reach financial goals.
- Budgeting: In this course, students will begin by learning the differences between income, expenses, wants and needs. They’ll explore the concept of opportunity cost and practice creating budgets for different situations.
- Credit: In this course, we’ll debunk common credit myths to help students understand what credit is, what a credit score is and how it works, and how interest rates affect the real value of credit purchases.
- Investing: In this course, students will learn how investments work, explore the pros and cons of different investment types, assess their own risk tolerance, and create diversified investment portfolios for different scenarios.
- Philanthropy: In this course, students will explore the different ways they can do good, such as giving their time, talent, and treasure to various causes. Students will also learn about different business structures and how this affects business operations.
If you do not see relevant content for your student’s grade range, please contact Margarita Archilla Kohart, Marchillakohart@yacenter.org, for more information.
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Registration
Registration for Virtual Money Matters is Required.
Technology Needed:
Classes are offered on Google Classroom. Participants will need access to a computer/tablet, an internet connection, a Google account, and the ability to operate Google Classroom by themselves or with the assistance of an adult. Some classes have materials that are available for printing through Google Classroom. Answers can be written on a separate sheet of paper if a printer is not available.
Additional Information:
After registering, participants will receive a Google Classroom password for this class. Please contact Margarita Archilla Kohart at marchillakohart@yacenter.org for questions or assistance registering.
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”Frequently Asked Questions
How can I get Money Matters to my school?
Contact Margarita Archilla Kohart to get started: marchillakohart@yacenter.org or (303) 320-3242.
How long does it take to teach the curriculum?
- K-3 takes approximately 12 instructional hours.
- 4-8 and 9-12 take approximately 14 instructional hours.
How much does it cost to attend and are there scholarships?
Cost varies based on the following considerations: Single Workshop vs. Full Curriculum, Teacher-Facilitated vs. YA Staff Facilitated, and Onsite vs. Offsite Delivery.
Financial aid is available. Contact Margarita Archilla Kohart for more information: marchillakohart@yacenter.org or (303) 320-3242.
