No Time for JA in Your Classroom or Organization this Year?
With time, money and resources tighter than ever, these free online financial literacy and career readiness programs can instill the values, lessons and skills that students need to succeed…. from home!
The Real World Ready programs will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to be prepared for life outside the classroom. Through 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.
And What Else?
JA's Real World Ready programs make it easy for kids to learn personal finance and work readiness concepts by guiding students through an experiential curriculum. Lessons are supplemented by industry experts who answer questions and bring the materials to life. The program culminates in an immersive simulation that puts students' new skills to the test.
Your Students can Earn
Digital Badges!
When a parent or guardian verifies that a student 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 careers. They also benefit them personally by developing their skills, and professionally as they promote their commitment to their future.
Real World Ready Programs are...
Turnkey and easy for students to use on their own time.
Developed by educators
Supports learning in math and self-help skills
FREE for Spring 2021
Curriculum Overview
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
April 8th - May 13th
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
April 6th - May 11th
Finance Park 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
April 7th - May 26th
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
Spring Timeline
When you share JA's Real World Ready with your students and their parents, you can feel confident you are making an informed choice backed by educators and experts in financial literacy and career readiness.