WTTRW is designed as a series of learning activities that culminate in a simulation experience in which youth choose a post-graduation path and make a series of related “real world” decisions. Youth will:

  • Explore careers
  • Investigate how career choices can be influenced by education and other factors
  • Make consumer choices related to future independent living
  • Learn skills needed to manage their finances
  • Evaluate their success in managing their monthly income and expenses
  • Explore alternatives to balance a budget

 

Key Concepts

  • College Readiness
  • Financial Literacy
  • Personal Development

For Youth Grades Middle and High School Age Youth

WTTRW is designed as a series of learning activities that culminate in a simulation experience in which youth choose a post-graduation path and make a series of related “real world” decisions.

Adaptation to this program can be made based on time availability, but it is expected that the objectives will only be met when combining a lead-up educational experiences with the simulation as a culminating event.

 

Cross-Extension, Campus, and Community Collaborators

Extension Collaborators:

  • Family & Consumer Team
  • Community, Economic Development Team

Community Collaborators:

  • Schools
  • Local Business Partners (i.e. realtors, automobile dealers, insurance agencies, local grocery, etc.) Note: Country Financial provides funding to support WTTRW outreach
  • Community Stakeholders (civic groups; local government; etc.)