Junior Achievement Economics for Success

MISSION AND VALUES Mission To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy Values With over 55 years of experience in Canada, Junior Achievement (JA) has influenced millions of youth to help achieve their dreams. By inspiring them to succeed in a global economy, JA prepares students for the real world. We show young people how to become productive members of the workforce, apply their entrepreneurial spirit and manage personal finances. Belief in the boundless potential of young people Commitment to the principles of market-based economics and entrepreneurship Passion for what we do, and honesty, integrity, and excellence in how we do it Respect for the talents, creativity, perspectives, and backgrounds of all individuals Belief in the power of partnership and collaboration

THE JA PHILOSOPHY… Learn By Doing… I forget what I hear I remember what I see I learn what I do Be the link between the world of Education and the world of Business… Today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders and workforce. They need to understand how the workplace functions and how businesses operate Educate today’s youth to help them become tomorrow’s leaders by focusing on work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy

PROGRAM PORTFOLIO Elementary School (Business Basics) Our Community: Needs, Jobs, Tools Our Country: Technology and Innovation Our Business World A Business of Our Own Middle School JA Dollars with Sense Economics for Success Stronger Together: Diversity in Action High School JA Company Program JA Titan Investment Strategies

JA Screening Protocol Why do we Screen? To create a safe environment, free of risk to our students, Mentors, and JA How do we Screen? Volunteer Registration Form Interviews Reference Checks Police Reference Checks Volunteer Commitment Agreement

Creating a Safe Environment The teacher MUST remain in the classroom at all times Never be alone with a student Never have physical contact which is inappropriate to a teacher-student relationship Never take a student in your car

JA Mentors… Act as a role models Share your life experiences Facilitate the students’ learning experience Motivate and inspire Be committed Enjoy your time in the classroom

Student Characteristics What to Expect… Need and want approval Are often insecure or self- conscious Enjoy active learning Underestimate their own potential

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Develop a strong working relationship with the teacher Integrate your own style and energy Ask questions to keep the students involved and active Always use positive reinforcement Be sensitive to students’ special circumstances Use language that the students can understand Use examples from the students’ frame of reference

WHAT TO DO WHEN… You have a compulsive talker - Acknowledge their answer and let others participate You begin to lose control of the class - The teacher is there for your support – ask them to help! A student does not participate - Try to get them to participate, but we never know the surrounding circumstances, so encourage them but don’t force them Class does not respond to your question - Give them time to think about their answer, rephrase the question TIPS Make eye contact Use students’ names Move around the room

Economics for Success “ESIS: Economics for Success” is an interactive program designed to encourage students to consider and reflect on the advantages of remaining in school until they have acquired the knowledge, attitudes, and skills to undertake the longer-term goal of a successful career.

PROGRAM MATERIALS Program Guides (2) Student Workbooks (30) Certificates of Accomplishment (30) Tent Cards (30) Job Cards (9) Keys to Success Game (6 sets) Game Board Key Cards Opportunity Knocks Cards Game Pieces and Dice Interview Question Cards (6) Future Steps Trivia Cards (6 sets)

Core activities are mandatory Extended activities are optional Use the “Planning Your Time” boxes on the Program Guide in order to plan which extended activities you have time to include in the program (half day programs versus full day programs) The times proposed for each activity are an estimation Don’t dismiss the discussions! It’s a good opportunity for students to reflect on what they’ve just learned and recycle concepts. Lesson Format

Before you start the program: Give certificates for the teacher to fill out Have your materials and plan ready to go When you’re ready to start: Teacher introduces you to the students Tell the students a bit about yourself and your work Tell students you’re there to talk about “Economics for Success”. Ask students to explore the title – what does “Economics for Success” mean? Start with a Getting to Know you energizer Program Facilitation Outline

Core ActivitiesMaterials Needed Choose Your Success (5-8 min)Student Workbook page 2 Exploring Self Knowledge (5-8 min)Student Workbook page 3 Keys to Success Game (25 min)Game Boards, Cards & Pieces Discussion (5 min)None Extended ActivitiesMaterials Needed World of Work (10 min)Student Workbook pages 4 & 5 Lesson 1: Dream Your Success

Core ActivitiesMaterials Needed Moving Day! (30 min)Student Workbook pages 6 & 7 Pay Day! (25 min) Student Workbook page 10 Job Cards Discussion (5 min)None Extended ActivitiesMaterials Needed Guess the Price (5 min)Various household items and prices Paper or Plastic (15 min)None Cost of Living (10 min) None Lesson 2: Keep Your Balance

Reflects the student workbook “Keep Your Balance” exercise –same questions, same data –21 expense sections grouped into 7 expense sections –Calculates the carbon footprint in conjunction with your lifestyle choices Is offered in 2 languages (French, English) Has 2 Welcome pages: 1.Facilitator (hidden) to create a group session and see group results (for volunteer) – 2.Students (public) with or without group sessions – Does not gather data on users to ensure confidentiality Works on main browsers current version (eg. Internet Explorer 9) Keep Your Balance: Web-based Exercise **See Keep Your Balance Training Deck for full details

Core ActivitiesMaterials Needed Trends and Directions (10 min)None Employability Skills (15 min)Student Workbook pages Discussion (5 min)None Extended ActivitiesMaterials Needed Hire this Person (25 min)Student Workbook page 17 Find & Apply (10 min)Student Workbook page 19 Ethical Dilemmas in the Workplace (10 min) Program Guide page 22 Lesson 3: Discover Yourself

Core ActivitiesMaterials Needed Statistically Speaking (5-8 min)Student Workbook page 22 Career Exploration and Career Planning (5-8 min) Student Workbook page 25 Future Trivia Game (20 min)Future Trivia Cards Who is My Role Model? (5 min)Student Workbook page 26 Setting Goals (5-8 min)Student Workbook page 26 Discussion (5 min)None Extended ActivitiesMaterials Needed Debunking the Myths (5 min)Student Workbook page 23 Lesson 4: Plan Your Success

WRAP UP Core Activity – What Lies Ahead? (Student Workbook page 27) Thank students for a great day! Collect any leftover materials Distribute Parent Letters Hand out student certificates

WHAT NOW? Before you deliver a JA Program: Contact your teacher and…  Confirm the date, time and location of your program delivery  Confirm the number of students in the class  Ask about the characteristics of the class ie: gifted, special needs etc.  Tell them students will need a pencil and eraser  Inquire about lunch procedures, parking rules  Tell the teacher how much support you require Check your kit  Is it complete?  Do you have enough program materials for each student?

WHAT NOW? On the day of your program delivery, ask the teacher to…  Complete the Certificates of Accomplishment  Introduce you to the class and engage in the activities throughout the day  REMAIN IN THE CLASSROOM AT ALL TIMES! Things to remember…  Arrive early and check in at the office upon entering the school  Take a bottle of water  Wear comfy shoes  Hand certificates and parent letters at the end of the day  Complete Feedback Survey online after program has taken place  Return your program kit and any unused materials to the JA office  HAVE FUN!

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