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Fidelity Financial Forward^®: Tips for Facilitators

Make the most of Fidelity's Financial Forward education series for high school students.

Identifying goals and costs

In week 1, teach high school students about identifying costs and setting goals.

Intro to saving and budgeting

In week 2, teach high school students about saving and budgeting.

Understanding spending and borrowing

In week 3, teach high school students about spending and the cost of credit.

Investing basics for students

In week 4, teach high school students investing basics.

Analyzing real-world situations

In week 5, teach high school students how to make financial connections.

Help your teen put their learnings into practice

Tips and tools to continue their financial journey.

Start summer strong: Teach your teen money skills for life

Help your teen get smarter about saving and investing.

Investing basics for teens

5 tips to introduce your teens to investing.

Anatomy of a paycheck

Staring at your paycheck and wondering where all the money went? It didn't just disappear.

How to make some money

Thinking about getting your first job? You may be considering something more traditional—like working at a supermarket, restaurant, or even babysitting your neighbor’s kids.

5 steps to learn how to budget

Having a budget helps you understand where your money goes and can help you reach your financial goals.

What affects your credit score

A credit score is like a report card helping banks and credit card companies make decisions about lending you money.

How your credit score may save you big money

You're constantly surrounded with info about how important your credit score is.

What a chicken and egg can teach you about saving and investing

Here’s an easy way to understand the difference between saving and investing.

A newbie's guide to dollar-cost averaging

Dollar-cost averaging is when you invest equal dollar amounts at regular intervals—like $25 a month—whether the market or your investment is going up or down.

Spending plan in 30 seconds

Learn everything you need to know to set a budget for yourself.

Inflation in 30 seconds

Curious about why your money doesn't go as far as it used to? Learn about inflation.

Credit cards in 30 seconds

Credit cards may seem magical—learn how to use them so your money doesn't disappear.

Picking a stock in 30 seconds

With so many kinds to consider, it can be confusing trying to pick a stock.

Dollar-cost averaging in 30 seconds

See how dollar-cost averaging can help you ride out the highs and lows of investing.

Exploring credit

Getting introduced to the basics of credit can be helpful when building your financial future.

Teaching teens about money

Smart money decisions start with education. Get info for teens.

The Fidelity Youth™ app

Help your teen develop lifelong financial skills and habits.