World Of Real Knowledge and Skills

Real Money Real World

Learning how to live on a budget: Real Money Real World is a financial literacy curriculum from Ohio State University Extension and presented by Pickaway WORKS to all Pickaway County 8th graders, Real Money Real World includes classroom lessons and a culminating simulation activity manned by community volunteers, teaching students the difference between wants and needs in the family budget and to recognize the impact of their education level on potential future income.

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Real Money Real World

Logan Elm Middle School 9579 Tarlton Road, Circleville

Logan Elm 8th graders learn how to live on a budget in this interactive financial literacy program presented in partnership with OSU Extension. Students learn about careers, budgeting (wants verses […]

Real Money Real World

Circleville Middle School 360 Clark Dr, Circleville

Students learn about careers, budgeting (wants versus needs) and handling money.  The week ends with a hands-on simulation event hosted by The Ohio State University Extension Office and local community […]

Real Money Real World

Teays Valley West Middle School 200 Grove Run Road, Commercial point

Teays Valley 8th graders learn how to live on a budget in this interactive financial literacy program presented in partnership with OSU Extension. Students learn about careers, budgeting (wants versus […]

“Congratulations on another year of successful Real Money Real World, and thank you for your part in equipping our county’s eighth graders with financial readiness skills. I love this program!!”

Mollie Hedges, community volunteer

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