Money Matters: Empowering Our Community

Due to the overwhelmingly positive response from the classes and the request to increase class capacity, Gavin recruited a fellow high school student to assist me in providing one-on-one support as students worked through their sample problems. This collaboration allowed us to engage more personally with the 22+ students who attended,  helping them dive deeper into the topic of taxes. Together, we explored income, sales and property taxes, sparking meaningful discussions about how these concepts impact our daily lives. At the end of the session, we conducted a survey to learn what topics the students wanted to explore next. The overwhelming response? Investing! 

 A big thank you to the  Weston Public Library for continuing to support these educational opportunities.
 

Gavin led an interactive session on personal finance, covering budgeting, saving and smart spending habits. Each student received a workbook filled with real-world scenarios and exercises, making the learning experience practical and engaging. He guided students through creating monthly budgets, analyzing spending patterns and setting realistic savings goals, sparking meaningful discussions about the importance of financial literacy in daily life.

The session encouraged active participation, with students asking thoughtful questions and sharing their perspectives. At the end, Gavin conducted a survey to gather feedback on future topics. The results revealed a strong interest in learning about taxes!

In our first interactive workshop, Gavin introduced students to foundational personal finance concepts, emphasizing practical skills for everyday life. The session began by exploring the difference between wants and needs, helping students identify priorities and make more informed spending decisions. They then discussed creative ways to earn money, encouraging students to think like entrepreneurs, followed by an introduction to smart budgeting techniques to manage their earnings effectively.

Using real-life examples and a hands-on workbook, students actively engaged in exercises to apply these concepts, sparking lively discussions and thoughtful questions. This foundational class set the stage for more advanced topics in future sessions, building excitement for their personal finance journey.