In a groundbreaking collaboration, Price Waterhouse Cooper (PwC) and Minding My Business have joined hands to bring an invaluable gift to our youth – free online financial literacy workshops for elementary, middle, and high school students. This initiative aims to equip young minds with the essential tools to navigate the world of finances, setting the stage for a future of informed decisions and financial well-being.
Syllabus:
Elementary School Workshop: Money Marvels (Ages 6-10)
- Session 1: Exploring Coins and Bills
- Introduction to currency
- Understanding the value of different coins and bills
- Interactive games and activities
- Session 2: Saving Smart
- Basics of saving money
- Introduction to piggy banks
- Simple goal-setting exercises
Middle School Workshop: Financial Explorers (Ages 11-14)
- Session 1: Budgeting Basics
- Introduction to budgeting
- Creating a personal budget
- Real-life budgeting scenarios
- Session 2: Smart Spending and Investing
- Differentiating between needs and wants
- Introduction to basic investment concepts
- Interactive case studies
High School Workshop: Financial Mavericks (Ages 15-18)
- Session 1: Building Credit and Financial Planning
- Understanding credit scores
- Introduction to financial planning
- Goal-setting for the future
- Session 2: Real-World Money Matters
- Exploring student loans and college finances
- Introduction to entrepreneurship
- Q&A with successful young entrepreneurs
All workshops will be conducted via Zoom, with a maximum of 25 students per class, ensuring an interactive and personalized learning experience. Classes will run for two hours, with one hour dedicated to instruction, and the remaining for videos, and the chance for students to ask questions.
Parents seize this opportunity to enroll your child in these transformative workshops, as spaces are limited to 25 students maxand anticipated to fill up quickly. Additionally, churches, Divisions of Youth and Family Services, PAL’s, and youth groups are encouraged to reach out to ensure their youth groups can benefit from this enriching educational opportunity. Together, let’s empower the leaders of tomorrow with the knowledge and confidence to navigate their financial journey successfully. For further information, go to www.mindingmybusiness.black to register or for any questions, please contact us at info@mindingmybusiness.black.
