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Volunteer for this 'Mad City Money' simulation on February 7, 2020!

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Mad City Money

  • Saturday, February 1, 2020, 1:00 PM - 3:15 PM

CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS ON 2/7/2020.

Volunteer now to take part in a one-time "Mad Money" simulation to teach money management skills to 300 Ithaca High School seniors on February 7th, 2020 from 1:00 pm-3:10 pm.  Around 95 volunteers are needed to play the roles of 'Mad Money Merchants' and 'Mad Money Guides' in this educational event.

To volunteer please fill out this form, or email Kenneth McLaurin at  kem228@cornell.edu.

What Is Mad City Money?

Mad City Money™ gives youth a taste of the real world - complete with occupation, salary, spouse, student loan debt, credit card debt, and medical insurance payments. Students gain practical experience in developing and maintaining a budget as they balance income and expenses, empowering them to be proactive about their financial future.  The curriculum can be offered in two formats: a two-hour hands-on simulation or a workshop designed for classroom delivery. 

Here is an example of Mad City Money in Action.

Roles You Could Play:

Mad City Money Merchant:
Entice student shoppers with both the necessities of life and the latest, greatest in consumer goods

Mad City Money Guide:
Help ensure a smooth-running event

Training

The following training options are available:

Online:  Short Video

In-Person:
We can schedule in-person trainings for groups of 5 or more.

Fee

FREE!

Contact

Kenneth McLaurin, Jr.
Financial Management Educator
kem228@cornell.edu
(607) 272-2292

Location

Ithaca High School
1401 N. Cayuga Street
Ithaca, NY 14850

Last updated February 7, 2020

Project Leaders

Joe Cummins
Community Development Educator, Alternatives Federal Credit Union

Kenneth E. McLaurin, Jr.
Financial Management Educator, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County

Karl Mellander
Student Activities Director, Ithaca High School

 

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