Biztown Reflection

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Recommended: The value of education

During Camp S.E.E.D. the students worked on a curriculum that exposed them to hands-on experiences that helped them understand the economics of life. BizTown helped the students assess their personal skills, interests, and values as well as understand the economic benefits of education, explore career options, learn job hunting skills, respect and understand business ethics, and practice personal and business financial management. The curriculum encompassed important elements of work readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy while providing a solid foundation in business and economics. They also worked on reading, writing, social studies and math while using critical thinking skills to learn about economic concepts as they explored

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