Montgomery Bell Academy Summer Program

The total number of students who have taken this class is now very close to one hundred. Yet, it's this summer will only be the third time we've done it here at MBA. Suffice to say: it's popular and it's back! Now, if you took this class last year, note that there's an advanced class just for you and your fellow classmates from last year. 

This class is popular because of the outstanding teaching and keen insight of it's teacher, Mr. Brooks Tate who runs a stock market simulator for about a month after the class ends so the students can put their knowledge to work. The top three performers earn cash prizes in the form of Amazon gift cards. The top prize will be $250 once more! There are two stipulations:You must be a high school student and be present for the full four classes to qualify for the game. 

Students will learn how the stock market works overall and several different investment strategies. More importantly for you long-term financial health, each day will also include it's own topic concerning financial responsibility like, what is a credit rating and how is calculated, student loans, buying a car or house, understanding checking and savings accounts, compound interest, and what a good savings rate should be for ideal outcomes later in life.

There's a good chance that much of this material could satiate requirements for the American Business Merit Badge or even better, the Personal Management Merit Badge. If that interests you, let Mr. Tate know this WELL ahead of time.