Jump$tart’s Teen Teach-In events turn high school students studying personal finance into “teachers for a day” as they show off what they have learned to younger students. These events serve as a call to action for elementary school teachers, parents, and the public about the need for effective financial education starting at the elementary school level, while also providing an engaging introduction to financial concepts for students who may not be receiving this information at home.

Lenoir County, April 2025

Teacher: Travis Towne

School: Lenoir County Early College High School

Kinston, April 2024

Teacher: Dr. Travis Towne

School: Lenoir County Early College High School

Travis’ students shared lessons in 3 elementary classrooms.

Kernersville, April 2024

Teacher: Adriana Laboy

School: Robert B Glenn High School

Adriana’s students shared lessons in 4 elementary classrooms.

Lenoir County, October 2024

Teacher: Lindsay Elks & Ms. Princess Vaughan

School: LCECHS