WyoTowne
A Powerful Learning Experience
Schools from across Wyoming are participating in this proven blended-learning program where fifth grade students learn about personal finance and vital elements of a free enterprise economy. Teachers collaborate closely with our experienced financial literacy educator to teach classroom-based lessons. The program culminates with a day where students apply their knowledge in Young AmeriTowne®: WyoTowne and run their own town for a day.
In WyoTowne, students experience a complete economy; business transactions, profit and loss, payroll, insurance premiums, and town government and civics. Our vision is that youth of every background will gain financial skills, workplace experience, and an understanding of a free enterprise economy. Through a combination of hands-on learning and classroom lessons, students will be prepared to manage their money wisely to be responsible, productive citizens.
Prospective Teachers
What is WyoTowne?
WyoTowne is a blended-learning program where 4th and 5th grade students learn about personal finance and vital elements of a free enterprise economy through a classroom-based curriculum, culminating in a Towne day where they participate as producing and consuming citizens.
What is the time commitment?
The WyoTowne curriculum has 22 essential lessons and requires a minimum of 15 hours of formal instruction time. A day in WyoTowne is a single occasion field trip which lasts from 9:15 AM to 1:15 PM.
How many students can participate?
WyoTowne has a minimum economy size of 25 students and a maximum of 65. Schools with several 4th or 5th grade classes are encouraged to teach the curriculum collaboratively but split into appropriate Towne economy sizes. For example, schools with three classes often schedule two days in Towne with each group consisting of roughly 35-40 students.
What are the requirements for participation?
- All new lead teachers are required to attend a three hour training at WyoTowne to familiarize themselves with the curriculum. Training will be scheduled throughout the school year.
- Returning teachers will be asked to review updates sent out in a document following school registration.
- All students are required to take a pre and post test and those results are submitted to the WyoTowne coordinator before the last day of school.
How do I register my school?
- Contact us!
- Principals and teachers will receive a registration email with available dates.
- After submitting your preferred date(s), our WyoTowne coordinator will verify your selection and send a formal registration form where you will submit the number of participating students, register for training (if necessary), and inform us of any special circumstances.
What next?
- Following registration, our WyoTowne coordinator will deliver the appropriate number of materials for each of your students and Towne days. This may take several weeks depending on material availability.
- Following training, you will receive a DropBox link to the updated 2022-23 curriculum. WyoTowne is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. All bussing and substitute teacher requests must be made to each individual school district.
WyoTowne and state standards allignment
Sample Lesson
Teacher Video
Current Teachers
Teacher Checklist
Student Accounting Video
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School Administrators
Teacher Checklist
WyoTowne and State Standards Alignment
Costs/Materials
Administrator FAQ
How much does it cost to participate?
The Young AmeriTowne: WyoTowne curriculum is a comprehensive program costing $2,500 per visit to Towne. Group sizes can range from 25 to 65 students, with many larger schools combining classrooms to support the collaborative nature of lessons. Teacher training, student workbooks and materials, and all items provided during students’ visit to Towne are included.
How do I register my school?
- Contact: WyoTowne Coordinator at wyotowne@bgccw.org or 307-265-2427 to discuss locations, number of students participating and specifics for your school.
- Principals and teachers will receive a registration email with available dates.
- After submitting your preferred date(s), our WyoTowne coordinator will verify your selection and send a formal registration form where you will submit the number of participating students, register for training (if necessary), and inform us of any special circumstances.
What next?
- Following registration, our WyoTowne coordinator will deliver the appropriate number of materials for each of your students and Towne days. This may take several weeks depending on material availability.
- Following training, you will receive a DropBox link to the updated 2023-2024 curriculum. Our WyoTowne Coordinator and staff provide teacher support throughout the process. WyoTowne is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming.
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Contact people
- Sarah Rothschild, WyoTowne Program Coordinator 307.265.2427 or at srothschild@bgccw.org
- Joe Higgins, WyoTowne Outreach Coordinator, at jhiggins@bgccw.org.
Main email: wyotowne@bgccw.org