If You Are...
Challenged finding resources or time to fill the gaps in your child’s real world skills education...
Seeking high-quality, relevant and engaging curriculum that your kids will love...
Wanting to give your child the hope and inspiration they need now...
JA’s Real World Ready economic empowerment programs are for you!
Your child will obtain the knowledge and skills needed to be ready for the real world. With fun, engaging and age-appropriate curriculum, our online sessions teach both the ‘nuts and bolts’ of financial and digital literacy and the critical thinking and other soft skills needed for future success.
The Real World Ready programs make it easy for kids to learn personal finance and work readiness concepts by guiding students through an experiential and self-paced curriculum. Lessons are supplemented by industry experts who answer questions and bring the materials to life. The programs culminate in an immersive simulation that puts students' new skills to the test.
Your Child can Earn a Digital Badge!
When you verify that your child has completed one of the three programs, they will receive a digital badge, endorsed by the Treasurer of California herself – Fiona Ma! The badge can be displayed on their social media, LinkedIn profile and also be listed on college applications and job resumes. The badges are great talking points in interviews when pursuing their career. They also benefit them personally by developing your skills, and professionally as they promote their commitment to their future.
Flexible and self-paced
Easy to access and use
Robust content developed by educators
Students engage and practice scenarios in:
Education
Careers and income
Decision making and investing
Money management
Risk management and insurance
Specific Program Details
JA BizTown Adventures
Grades 4th - 6th
Spring 2022
This popular program includes lessons and resources to effectively integrate work and career readiness and financial literacy. Students learn critical thinking and problem solving, while connecting the dots between what they learn in school and the real world.
Students will learn:
Banking basics
The role of money in society
Work Readiness Skills
Job roles in Various Businesses
JA Finance Park (Entry Level)
Grades 6th - 8th
Spring 2022
JA Finance Park Entry Level helps students build a foundation upon which they can they can make intelligent financial decisions that last a lifetime , including those related to income, expenses, savings, and credit.
Students will learn:
Things to consider when choosing a career
The difference between gross and net pay
How debit and credit cards work
How to make a budget
JA Finance Park (Advanced)
Grades 9th - 12th
Spring 2022
JA Finance Park Advanced helps students build a foundation upon which they can they can make intelligent financial decisions that last a lifetime , including those related to income, expenses, savings, and credit.
Students will learn:
Things to consider when choosing a career
The difference between gross and net pay
How debit and credit cards work
How to make a budget
When you choose JA's Real World Ready programs, you can feel confident you are making an informed choice backed by educators and experts in financial literacy and career readiness.