Junior Achievement BizTownExperiential-based capstone program for elementary Junior Achievement programs.

Units taught in class prior to BizTown:

Financial Literacy- banking, checking/saving accounts, debit/credit cards, deposit tickets and interest

Community and Economy- citizenship, voting, free enterprise, taxes, philanthropy

Work Readiness- careers, soft skills, entrepreneurship, job application, interviewing, handshaking

Business Management- running a business, operating costs, advertising, quality business

Town Meeting to start the day-

Personal and Business Banking

The Farm Store

The Healthcare Clinic

The Publishing Center

The Bank

Utilities and Realty

The Insurance Agency

The Financial Center

Family Foundation

The Construction Company

The Distribution Center

The Book Store

The Technology Shop

City Hall

Kum & Go

The Restaurant

Break/Lunch Area

Main Street

Quotes

“It was a great experience. Isaiah has never been so excited for something academic at school. He says he knows he wants to major in finance now. He absolutely loved the whole program.”

-Samantha Zoske, 6th Grade Parent

“I recently had the privilege of volunteering for my son Sam’s class trip to JA BizTown. The various stations are well thought out, realistic and challenged the students in a fun setting. The hands-on learning opportunity was unique and I appreciated the opportunity to be involved!”

-Bianca Greazel, 6th Grade Parent and BizTown volunteer

Quotes

“The students LOVED their time at BizTown and I was proud of how hard they worked and how well they worked together. I truly enjoyed watching and helping the students. It was great experience for our students!” -Carrie Bohan, 6th Grade Teacher

6th Grade Student Quotes:“I love working for a living!”

“I came back from lunch and the stack of papers on my desk was huge.”

“When my mom got her paycheck, I asked her who her CFO was. She said she didn’t know. So I showed her on her check.”

Adulting is hard work!