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Financial Literacy Program

Real Money Real World

Life skills for real life.

An interactive financial literacy program based on OSU Extension's curriculum for all Pickaway County eighth graders.

Students participating in Real Money Real World
WhoAll eighth grade students
FormatInteractive classroom simulation
FocusBudgeting & financial decision-making
WhenSchool year program
PartnerOSU Extension Pickaway County

What students experience

  • Choose a career and monthly income
  • Make real-life spending decisions
  • Manage a budget and handle surprises
  • Learn the impact of financial choices
A community volunteer helping a student during Real Money Real World

Topics Covered

Income & Careers
Housing
Transportation
Food
Savings & Credit
Life Events

Real Money Real World helped me understand how money choices today affect my future.

8th Grade Student
A participant in Real Money Real World

For Educators

Bring financial literacy to your classroom with ready-to-use lessons and support.

For Educators

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