JA Finance Park® - Capstone Experience in Appleton, WI
Recommended for Grades 7-12
JA Finance Park begins with in-class learning and culminates with a day-long visit to a realistic on-site simulation community where students are assigned a random life experience with a specific career, education, family size, credit score and student debt. They research, shop, and pay for various life categories and balance a monthly budget based on their life category.
By the end of the JA Finance Park simulation, students are able to:
- Create and manage a monthly budget.
- Navigate financial decisions through various life stages.
- Understand the financial consequences of life choices and decisions that impact long-term goals.
- Revisit their career goals to see if they will meet their needs for what they envision for their futures.
Interested in learning more about JA Finance Park?
- Educators, complete the Program Request Form
- Volunteers, complete the Volunteer Interest Form
Where are the Capstone Facilities located?
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN
Junior Achievement Education Center
11111 W. Liberty Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53224
(414) 577-3800
NORTHEASTERN WISCONSIN
Community First Career Exploration and Financial Literacy Center
11 Tri-Park Way
Appleton, WI 54914
(920) 882-0773
Interested in volunteering at JA Finance Park?
JA Finance Park requires many volunteers to assist students and teachers as they navigate the simulation. No prior experience or training is necessary! JA Staff will provide the training when you arrive on-site. Complete the Volunteer Interest Form below and a JA Staff member will contact you to schedule a volunteer opportunity that fits your needs and schedule.
JA Finance Park requires many volunteers to assist students and teachers as they navigate the simulation. No prior experience or training is necessary! JA Staff will provide the training when you arrive on-site. Complete the Volunteer Interest Form below and a JA Staff member will contact you to schedule a volunteer opportunity that fits your needs and schedule.
JA Finance Park (Entry Level)
For more information about the JA Finance Park (Entry Level) program, visit the JA Finance Park (Entry Level) program page.
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