JA Finance Park® Virtual
Classroom Based
JA Capstone
Virtual
Pillars of Student Success
In the new virtual simulation, students will:
-- Select their own avatar and interests.
-- Review information about career clusters to select their career path and education.
-- Set up to three savings goals for future items such as homeownership or dream car.
-- Research, shop, and pay for various categories.
-- Make financial decisions across multiple life stages.
-- Choose their own future as it relates to marriage, children, and pets.
-- Track progress of their budgeting, spending, and saving through a financial health meter.
This program has a primary focus of the JA Financial Literacy Pathway and a secondary focus of the JA Work and Career Readiness Pathway and can be used in grades 7-12. The program is primarily teacher-led but requires volunteers. Spanish translation is available for the entry level curriculum.
As part of this program, JA teachers and volunteers are encouraged to use the resources available in JA Connect® located at connect.ja.org. This self-guided experience includes interactives, JA Here to Career, and apps for student use.
JA programs support national and state standards in reading, mathematics, social studies, and work and career readiness. See below for more information on alignment with national and state standards.
Virtual Implementation
JA Finance Park® Virtual is a virtual learning experience.Related Program Supplements
Sponsors
Junior Achievement USA gratefully acknowledges Discover Financial's commitment to the development and implementation of the JA Finance Park - Virtual simulation.
Alignment with State and National Standards
Common Core Standards
For those states that follow common core standards, Junior Achievement's curricula have been reviewed for alignment with these standards! Learn more by selecting the appropriate grade level below.
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National Standards
While educational standards are determined primarily at the state level, many national standards serve as guidelines for the development of these state standards. See how Junior Achievement curricula align with the national standards listed below.
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State Standards
Junior Achievement curricula are created to align with state standards. To see how our programs align with your state's standards, explore the options below.
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Scope and Sequence
Junior Achievement learning experiences cover financial literacy, career and work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Our extensive scope and sequence helps explain how our programs cover these subjects at various grade levels.
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Request a Presenter to Teach Curriculum
Steps to Request a Presenter
1) Request Info
Once youve decided to have a JA volunteer in your classroom, fill out the form on this website. You will receive information on next steps.
2) Pick Schedule
You will be able to coordinate a schedule that works for your class either online or in conjunction with a JA representative.
3) Meet Presenter
Once a volunteer is identified for your class, JA will connect you with the presenter to discuss roles, expectations, and logistics.
4) Empower Students with Standards-Based Education
After all details are in place, the JA volunteer will deliver lessons to your students either virtually or in-person.
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