Location
Carteret Community College Foundation
108 College Circle
Historic Camp Glenn Bldg
Morehead City, NC 28557
Conference Room
Presenters
Contact Information
Money Moves: Financial Leadership for High School Girls
Description
For Rising 9th-12th Graders
Wednesday, August 5
9AM-2PM
(lunch provided)
Want to be ready for life after high school? Whether you're planning for college, a career, military service, entrepreneurship, or simply more independence, understanding money is one of the most important skills you can develop.
In this engaging one-day workshop, teens will learn the financial basics that many adults wish they had been taught earlier. Through interactive activities, real-world scenarios, and hands-on challenges, participants will explore how money works and how smart financial decisions today can create more opportunities tomorrow.
Topics Include:
- Budget Basics – Learn how to create a realistic spending plan and make your money work for you.
- Income & Taxes – Understand paychecks, deductions, taxes, and what happens when you start earning your own income.
- Credit & Debt – Discover how credit scores work, how borrowing can help or hurt you, and how to avoid common financial mistakes.
- Saving & Investing – Explore ways to grow your money, build financial security, and start thinking about long-term wealth.
By the end of the day, participants will have practical tools to manage money with confidence, make informed financial decisions, and take their first steps toward financial independence.
Because financial freedom doesn't start when you're an adult—it starts when you learn how money works.
Upcoming Dates And Times
- Aug 05, 20269:00 AM - 2:00 PM (1:00 PM - 6:00 PM UTC)Available spots: 13
Questions & Answers
- Does my teen need any prior financial knowledge to participate?
No. This program is designed for beginners and assumes no previous experience with budgeting, banking, credit, taxes, or investing.
- Will students learn about real-world financial situations?
Yes. Participants will explore practical topics they are likely to encounter as young adults, including earning a paycheck, managing expenses, using credit responsibly, avoiding debt, and building savings.
- Is this a lecture-based program?
No. The workshop includes interactive activities, discussions, and hands-on exercises that help students apply financial concepts to realistic scenarios.
- Will my teen learn how to create a budget?
Yes. Students will practice building a simple budget and learn strategies for balancing spending, saving, and financial goals.
- Does the program cover investing?
Yes. Students will receive an age-appropriate introduction to investing, including concepts such as compound growth, risk, and long-term wealth building.
- Will specific financial products or companies be promoted?
No. This is an educational program focused on financial literacy and decision-making skills. No financial products, services, or investment recommendations will be endorsed or sold.
- How can financial education benefit my teen?
Research shows that early financial literacy can help young people make informed decisions about spending, saving, borrowing, and planning for future goals. These skills can support greater financial confidence and independence as they transition into adulthood.
- Is this program only for students interested in business or finance careers?
Not at all. Financial literacy is a life skill that benefits everyone, regardless of future career plans. Whether a student plans to attend college, enter the workforce, start a business, or pursue a trade, understanding money management is valuable.
- Will students discuss topics like credit cards and loans?
Yes. Students will learn the basics of credit, credit scores, interest, and debt, along with strategies for using credit responsibly and avoiding common financial pitfalls.
- What should my teen bring?
Participants should bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Any materials needed for activities will be provided by the program.
