Our Program
A comprehensive 12-week curriculum designed to empower 7th–8th graders with financial literacy and entrepreneurial skills
Program Structure
Each 60-minute session includes two focused 30-minute blocks
Financial Literacy Block
Practical money skills including saving, budgeting, investing, credit, entrepreneurship fundamentals, and career exploration.
Hands-on Entrepreneurship Block
Learn coding with Roblox Studio, AI tools, marketing with Canva/Wix, financial modeling, and culminate in a final pitch presentation.
12-Week Schedule
A progressive curriculum that builds skills week by week
Weeks 1–2
Financial Literacy
Saving & Budgeting Basics
Introduction to money management and goal setting
Entrepreneurship
Roblox Studio Intro + AI Code Prompts
Getting started with game development and AI tools
Incentive: $5/session; Discuss $100 seed account
Weeks 3–4
Financial Literacy
Stocks 101 & Mock Portfolios
Understanding the stock market and building portfolios
Entrepreneurship
AI Scripts, Variables & Loops
Learning programming fundamentals with AI assistance
Incentive: Vote on weekly stock; +$10 for full attendance
Weeks 5–6
Financial Literacy
Credit & Debt Management
Smart borrowing and credit score fundamentals
Entrepreneurship
Marketing with Wix/Canva Sims
Creating marketing materials and online presence
Incentive: $7/session; Track website/social "views"
Weeks 7–8
Financial Literacy
Entrepreneurship Mindset
Thinking like a business owner and problem solver
Entrepreneurship
Google Sheets Sims + AI Insights
Financial modeling and data-driven decisions
Incentive: Group "sell" challenge with bonus prizes
Weeks 9–10
Financial Literacy
Diversification & Risk
Portfolio management and risk assessment
Entrepreneurship
Launch & Promo via School Socials
Going to market with student projects
Incentive: $10/session; Allocate earnings to stock picks
Weeks 11–12
Financial Literacy
Taxes Basics & Career Paths
Understanding taxes and financial careers
Entrepreneurship
Pitch Day & Final Stock Selection
Present projects to parents and community
Incentive: Certificate + $20 completion bonus
Safety & Compliance
Your child's security and privacy are our top priorities
Custodial Accounts
All investment accounts are custodial accounts under full parent control. Parents maintain complete oversight and access.
Safe Technology Use
Roblox Studio is used in supervised, educational settings. All online activities are monitored and age-appropriate.
E-Gift Incentives
Session incentives are distributed as e-gift cards, ensuring safe, trackable, and parent-approved rewards.
Cultural Inclusivity
Bilingual instruction available. Curriculum includes examples from diverse Hispanic and Black entrepreneurs.
Program Goals & Measurement
How we track student success
Success Metrics
- •80% attendance target across the 12-week program
- •Pre and post-program surveys measuring financial knowledge
- •Completion of final pitch presentation and project
- •Parent feedback on student behavior and money habits
Long-term Impact
Our goal is to create lasting behavioral change. Students leave the program with practical money management skills, foundational investment knowledge, and entrepreneurial confidence that will serve them throughout their lives.