Why Financial Literacy Matters for Students
Many Students graduate without a clear understanding of credit, taxes, entrepreneurship, or financial responsibility. Sherise Pleasant provides engaging, real-world financial education designed to help students make informed decisions before entering adulthood.
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Through interactive workshops and classroom presentations, students learn practical financial skills that can impact their futures for years to come.
Program Topics
Students learn how credit works, what affects a credit score, and how early financial decisions can impact their future.
An introduction to budgeting, saving, and financial decision-making before entering adulthood.
Practical strategies for managing money, avoiding debt traps, and building long-term financial stability.
Teaching students how to protect their financial identity and recognize fraud or scams.
Who These Programs Are Designed For
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Middle School
Grades 6-8
Introduction to money management, saving habits, and understanding credit before adulthood.
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High School
Grades 9-12
Real-world financial literacy including credit scores, budgeting, indentity protection, and preparing for independence
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College & Young Adults
Preparing students for financial responsiblity including credit building, taxes, entrepreneurship, and long-term wealth strategies.
How the Program Works
Interactive Workshops
Hands-on sessions designed to keep students engaged and participating.
Classroom Presentations
Curriculum-aligned presentations designed for school environments.
Assemblies or Keynotes
Extended Programs
High-energy sessions designed to inspire large groups of students.
Multi-session programs that go deeper into financial literacy and entrepreneurship.
What Students Will Gain
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Understanding how credit and credit scores work
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How to avoid debt traps and financial mistakes
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Basic budgeting and saving strategies
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Financial identity protection and fraud awareness
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Introduction to entrepreneurship and business fundamentals
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Real-world financial decision making
Bring Financial Literacy to Your School
Sherise works with schools, districts, and youth organizations to deliver impactful financial education programs designed to prepare students for real-world financial responsiblity.
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Trusted by Schools and Organizations including Chicago Public Schools and community education programs.