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Goal

The overall purpose of this project is to enhance high school students’ financial literacy through the use of engaging, real-world simulations using board games. This project addresses the critical need for hands-on, experiential learning tools in financial education. Many students struggle to understand abstract financial concepts like budgeting, credit management, investing, and entrepreneurship when taught through traditional lectures or textbook readings. By introducing games such as Monopoly, Food Truck Entrepreneur, and BeFree: Strategy & Financial Literacy, this project provides interactive, practical experiences that make these concepts relatable and easier to comprehend.
B. This project directly supports the goal of increasing student proficiency in financial literacy, aligning with Florida’s state standards for personal finance education. Specifically, it addresses outcomes related to understanding the consequences of financial decision-making, developing a personal budget, analyzing risks and rewards, and practicing entrepreneurial thinking. The academic objective is for students to demonstrate mastery of financial concepts through applied gameplay and reflective assessments. 

 

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Learning Aids - Sunshine state book sets, robotics kits, puzzle boards, science models, engineering supplies, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

a) Describe the project and its activities.
This project involves the purchase and classroom integration of three financial education board games: Monopoly, Food Truck Entrepreneur, The Game of Life, and BeFree. Instructional units will be designed around each game to align with key personal finance topics. During gameplay, students will assume roles such as entrepreneurs, consumers, and investors. They will be asked to record financial transactions, make budgeting decisions, analyze risks, and reflect on their choices. Activities include gameplay rotations, journaling, team challenges, group discussions, and assessments tied to game-based scenarios.

b) How will this project meet the needs of your students, classroom, and/or school?
This project meets the needs of a diverse student population by providing a hands-on, collaborative learning method that appeals to visual, kinesthetic, and social learners. It supports differentiated instruction and engages students who may not thrive through traditional formats. Additionally, the project enhances classroom resources by adding durable, reusable learning tools that will benefit future cohorts. The project also aligns with the school’s initiative to improve real-world readiness and 21st-century skill development, including problem-solving, teamwork, and financial responsibility. 

 

Benefits to my students

A. Students will gain a deeper, more practical understanding of personal finance concepts and how they apply to real-life scenarios. They will improve in areas such as budgeting, evaluating financial risks, entrepreneurship, and responsible money management. Students are expected to be more engaged, participate more actively in class discussions, and develop stronger critical thinking skills related to financial decisions. Their confidence and interest in financial literacy topics are also expected to increase.

B. Outcomes will be measured using a combination of:

Pre- and post-unit assessments to track academic growth

Student self-reflection journals after each game session

Participation and performance rubrics during gameplay activities

End-of-unit surveys assessing student engagement and understanding

Teacher observations and anecdotal records
The goal is to show a measurable improvement in both financial literacy test scores and student engagement levels. 

 

Budget Narrative

The requested grant funds will be used exclusively to purchase four high-quality, educational board games designed to enhance financial literacy instruction in high school classrooms. Each selected game serves a specific instructional purpose and aligns with the Florida Financial Literacy Standards.

1. Monopoly (3 sets at 21.99– 65.97)
Monopoly is a widely recognized and effective simulation tool for teaching fundamental personal finance concepts such as cash flow, property investment, debt management, taxes, and budgeting. In class, students will engage in gameplay that mirrors real-life financial decision-making, allowing them to apply concepts from our curriculum in an engaging and interactive way. The 3 sets will allow the entire class to participate in small group sessions, encouraging collaboration and critical thinking.

2. Food Truck Entrepreneur (6 sets at $49– $294)
This game immerses students in the entrepreneurial process, from managing start-up costs to budgeting, marketing, and profit calculation. It reinforces lessons on business ownership, supply and demand, revenue tracking, and strategic planning. These skills align with standards related to entrepreneurship and understanding how income is generated and managed. The grant will fund 6 sets, which will be used in rotating groups during our Entrepreneurship and Income units.

3. BeFree: Strategy & Financial Literacy Game (5 sets at $35.99– $179.95)
BeFree provides a modern and culturally relevant approach to teaching long-term financial planning, credit management, and decision-making. Its structure encourages students to build wealth through intentional choices involving saving, investing, and managing debt. This game supports lessons on credit scores, interest, financial goal setting, and opportunity cost. 5 classroom sets will allow for group simulations and in-depth debrief sessions.

4. The Game of Life (10 sets at 21.99 - 219.90)
The Game of Life is included because it provides students with simulated experiences in career selection, salary management, tax obligations, family planning, and retirement—all critical topics in personal finance. It allows learners to make long-term decisions and see the impact of those decisions over time, which supports the development of financial planning skills and real-world application. 

 

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