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    Wall Street 101 for Middle School Students

    by Teach Me Wall Street

    A live, interactive Zoom programme teaching stock-market basics, investing, diversification and practical money skills.

    Last verified: 17 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
    Wall Street 101 for Middle School Students

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    Wall Street 101 at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Applications open

    Eligibility

    Grades 6-8; beginners welcome

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 11-14

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    $240

    Duration

    5 weeks

    Format

    Online

    Application deadline

    19 September 2026 · Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

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    Business & EconomicsFinance

    Sessions / cadence: 5 x 1-hour weekly classes

    Assessment style: Activities and real-life scenarios

    Certificate: Certificate of Achievement

    Scheduling model: Two live time choices

    Latest verified cycle: March and September schedules

    Teaching model: Expert-led interactive classes

    Wall Street 101 summary

    Wall Street 101 is a beginner-friendly introduction to investing and everyday money management, taught through live Zoom classes.

    Students explore stocks, bonds, risk, reward, diversification, budgeting and smart consumer decisions through discussions and practical scenarios.

    It suits curious learners who want structured financial education without needing previous finance knowledge.

    What is Wall Street 101 for Middle School Students?

    Wall Street 101 for Middle School Students is a virtual financial education programme from Teach Me Wall Street. It introduces investing through stocks, bonds, diversification, risk and long-term growth.

    The expert-led Zoom classes are designed to be hands-on and interactive rather than lecture-based. Students discuss ideas, complete activities and connect financial concepts with choices such as budgeting, spending and investing savings.

    Why Succeed highlights Wall Street 101

    • It introduces investing through concrete concepts including stocks, bonds, diversification and long-term growth.

    • Live, expert-led classes give students opportunities to discuss and apply ideas rather than only watch videos.

    • Two class-time choices and the option to switch provide useful scheduling flexibility.

    • Recordings let students catch up when they cannot attend a live class.

    • The programme connects investing with practical skills such as budgeting and recognising scams.

    Who is Wall Street 101 for?

    Best for

    Curious middle school learners who want an accessible introduction to investing, budgeting and smart financial choices.

    Not ideal if

    A student wants advanced trading instruction, formal academic credit or a longer, in-depth finance qualification.

    Is Wall Street 101 worth it?

    Wall Street 101 may be worthwhile for a beginner who would benefit from guided explanations, live discussion and practical examples. The combination of investing concepts and everyday money skills gives the course relevance beyond the stock market.

    The main limitation is depth: five teaching hours can establish foundations but cannot cover investing or personal finance comprehensively. Families should see it as a structured starting point that students can build on through further reading and practice.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $240; includes 5 live Zoom classes, Recorded sessions for catch-up, Worksheets and class materials, Certificate of Achievement.

    Dates and time commitment

    5 weeks; 5 x 1-hour weekly classes.

    Provider details

    Review the Teach Me Wall Street provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: Students earn a Certificate of Achievement.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

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    What to check before committing

    Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.

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    How much preparation does Wall Street 101 need?

    Effort level

    Moderate.

    Best started

    Register and test Zoom one to two weeks before the chosen cohort begins.

    Main challenge

    Turning unfamiliar finance vocabulary into confident practical decisions.

    Typical preparation

    • Review basic terms such as saving, investing, stocks and bonds.

    • Set up a computer, internet connection and Zoom before the first class.

    • Choose the live time that best fits the student's weekly routine.

    • Bring examples of everyday money decisions to connect with class activities.

    Useful if

    The student enjoys numbers, discussion and real-world problem-solving.

    What do students do on Wall Street 101?

    Students join live Zoom classes, discuss financial concepts and practise applying them to investing and everyday money decisions.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Learn why long-term investing can help savings grow.

    2. 2

      Compare the basic features of stocks and bonds.

    3. 3

      Explore risk, reward and the value of diversification.

    4. 4

      Practise budgeting, reading receipts and making consumer choices.

    5. 5

      Work through scenarios involving saving, investing and spotting scams.

    Wall Street 101 dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Monday cohort

    2-30 March

    Five weekly one-hour Zoom classes.

    Reference date

    Tuesday cohort

    3-30 March

    Five weekly one-hour Zoom classes.

    Reference date

    Monday cohort

    21 September-19 October

    Five weekly one-hour Zoom classes.

    Reference date

    Wednesday cohort

    23 September-21 October

    Five weekly one-hour Zoom classes.

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    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students in Grades 6-8

    • No previous money or finance knowledge required

    • Interest in money, business or investing

    • Separate registration required for each student

    How much does Wall Street 101 cost?

    Programme fee

    $240 — Includes the five-class programme.

    What's included

    5 live Zoom classes, Recorded sessions for catch-up, Worksheets and class materials, Certificate of Achievement

    How to apply to Wall Street 101

    1. 1

      Review the published cohort days and live session times.

    2. 2

      Choose the cohort and time that best fit the student's schedule.

    3. 3

      Open the official sign-up checkout for the selected cohort.

    4. 4

      Complete a separate registration for each participating student.

    Learning format

    The programme consists of five weekly, one-hour live classes delivered through Zoom. Students choose one published session time, can switch between earlier and later classes when needed, and can use recordings to catch up.

    The listed live times are 5-6pm EST and 8-9pm EST, with the latter also shown as 5-6pm PST.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Classes are led by an expert instructor.

    • Students participate in live discussions and activities.

    • Real-life scenarios provide opportunities to practise concepts.

    • Students may switch between the earlier and later live class.

    • Recorded sessions support catch-up after an absence.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Live sessions are listed using EST and PST.
    • Published choices include 5-6pm and 8-9pm EST.
    • The later EST class is also listed as 5-6pm PST.
    • Students may switch class times if their schedule changes.
    • Recordings are available when a live session is missed.

    Tech requirements

    • A computer

    • A reliable internet connection

    • Access to Zoom

    Assessment style

    Progress is practice-based through discussions, activities and real-life financial scenarios.

    • Participate in class discussions.
    • Complete interactive learning activities.
    • Practise reading receipts and building a budget.
    • Apply scam awareness to realistic scenarios.

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    Students earn a Certificate of Achievement.

    • Budget-building practice

    • Receipt-reading activities

    • Scam-spotting scenario work

    Wall Street 101 FAQs

    It is designed for students in Grades 6-8 who want to understand money, investing and the stock market.

    No. Teaching begins with foundational concepts and uses step-by-step real-world examples.

    The programme is taught live through Zoom in five weekly, one-hour classes.

    Students study long-term investing, stocks, bonds, risk, reward and diversification.

    The wider programme material includes budgeting, consumer choices, saving, investing and recognising online scams.

    Yes. Sessions are recorded, allowing students to watch a replay.

    Students need a computer and internet access. Worksheets and class materials are provided.

    Yes. Students earn a Certificate of Achievement.

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    Sean Stevens

    Content reviewed by

    Sean Stevens

    Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)

    Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, programme quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.

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    Sources and verification

    Source types reviewed

    • Terms Teach Me Wall Street
    • Main Middle School Wall Street & Money Program
    • Teach Me Wall Street | Middle School Wall Street 101

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    What we verified (on 17 Aug 2026)

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