Finance
Finance at Aspen Academy
Developing financial acumen: shaping savvy financial futures
At Aspen Academy, we understand the significant impact of financial education on the lives of our students. Our LiFE (Leadership, Finance, and Entrepreneurship) program encompasses a comprehensive financial curriculum that aims to equip every student with essential financial literacy and money management skills. From fundamental currency concepts to advanced financial market intricacies, our developmental approach ensures that students build a strong foundation in financial understanding. Our program prepares students to navigate today's complex economic landscape effectively.
Curriculum Overview
Our journey into financial literacy begins with the basics:
● Money Management: Understanding how to earn, save, spend, and invest wisely.
● Financial Acumen: Developing a keen sense for financial decisions that influence personal and broader economic outcomes.
● Responsible Decision Making: Learning to make choices that are financially and ethically sound.
● Systems of Economy: Gaining insights into how different economic systems operate and affect our daily lives.
LiFE Finance Based Curriculum
Finance Fridays
Every Friday at Aspen Academy is known as “Finance Friday.” In the Lower School, these lessons include the creation and management of classroom mini-economies, allowing students to experience firsthand the dynamics of earning, spending, and saving. For Middle School students, "Finance Fridays" expand into experiential learning opportunities that focus on practical applications and real-world relevance. These activities are designed to reinforce the financial lessons learned throughout the week, providing all students with the tools to understand and apply key financial concepts effectively.
From Theory to Practice
By the time students graduate from Aspen Academy, they will have a firm grasp of:
● Financial Planning and Analysis: Understanding and creating budgets, forecasting financial needs, and planning for the future.
● Investment Strategies: Evaluating various investment options and understanding market dynamics.
● Entrepreneurial Finance: Applying financial skills in entrepreneurial ventures, including understanding balance sheets and identifying revenue opportunities.
A Future-Ready Finance Curriculum
Our curriculum is continually updated to keep pace with the latest financial trends and educational research. This dynamic approach ensures that our students are not only prepared to manage their finances effectively but also to lead financially literate lives that contribute positively to society.
