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Prospective Teachers

What is WyoTowne?

WyoTowne is a blended-learning program where 4th and 5th grade students learn about personal finance  and vital elements of a free enterprise economy through a classroom-based curriculum and culminating  day in Towne where they participate as producing and consuming citizens.

What is the time commitment?

The WyoTowne curriculum has 22 essential lessons and requires a minimum of 15 hours of formal  instruction time. A day in WyoTowne is a single occasion field trip which lasts from 9:15 AM to 1:15  PM.

How many students can participate?

WyoTowne has a minimum economy size of 25 students and a maximum of 65. Schools with several 4th  or 5th grade classes are encouraged to teach the curriculum collaboratively but split into appropriate  Towne economy sizes. I.e: schools with three classes often schedule two days in Towne with each group  consisting of roughly 35-40 students.

What are the requirements of participation?

  • All new lead teachers are required to attend a three hour training at WyoTowne to familiarize themselves  with the curriculum. Training will be scheduled throughout the school year.  
  • Returning teachers will be asked to review updates sent out in a document following school registration.
  • All students are required to take a pre and post test and those results are submitted to the WyoTowne  coordinator before the last day of school.

How do I register my school?

  • Contact us!
  • Principals and teachers will receive a registration email with available dates.  
  • After submitting your preferred date(s), our WyoTowne coordinator will verify your selection and send a  formal registration form where you will submit the number of participating students, register for training  (if necessary), and inform us of any special circumstances.

What next?

  • Following registration, our WyoTowne coordinator will deliver the appropriate number of materials for  each of your students and Towne days. This may take several weeks depending on material availability.
  • Following training, you will receive a DropBox link to the updated 2022-23 curriculum. WyoTowne is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming. All bussing and substitute  teacher requests must be made to each individual school district. 

Current Teachers

School Administrators

What is WyoTowne?

Schools from across Wyoming are participating in this proven blended-learning program where fifth  grade students learn about personal finance and vital elements of a free enterprise economy. Teachers collaborate closely with our experienced financial literacy educator to teach classroom-based lessons. The  program culminates with a day where students apply their knowledge in Young AmeriTowne®:  WyoTowne, and run their own town for a day. Students gain lifelong workplace readiness and financial  management skills. In Young AmeriTowne®: WyoTowne, students experience a complete economy;  business transactions, profit and loss, payroll, insurance premiums, in addition to town government and  civics. WyoTowne aligns with fifth grade CCSS in Math, Reading, 21st Century Skills as well as  Wyoming State Standards in the areas of ELA, Health, Social Studies and Career Readiness. Parent  volunteers are a part of the process and community banking partners attend to facilitate as business  consultants during the day of Towne. Student’s learn philanthropy through giving back to their  community in the form of our Donation Station which sponsors three local charities.  Our Vision is that youth of every background will gain financial skills, workplace experience and  understanding of a free enterprise economy. Through a combination of hands-on learning and classroom  lessons, students will be prepared to manage their money wisely to be responsible, productive citizens.

How much does it cost to participate?

The Young AmeriTowne: WyoTowne curriculum is a comprehensive program costing $2,500 per visit to  Towne. Group sizes can range from 25 to 65 students with many larger schools combining classrooms to  support the collaborative nature of lessons. Teacher training, student workbooks and materials, as well as  all items provided during students visit to Towne are included.

*Transportation not provided and will need to be arranged by the school as well as substitute teacher requests.

How do I register my school?

  • Contact: WyoTowne Coordinator @ wyotowne@bgccw.org or 307-265-2427 to discuss locations,  number of students participating and specifics for your school.  
  • Principals and teachers will receive a registration email with available dates.  
  • After submitting your preferred date(s), our WyoTowne coordinator will verify your selection and send a  formal registration form where you will submit the number of participating students, register for training  (if necessary), and inform us of any special circumstances.

What Next?

  • Following registration, our WyoTowne coordinator will deliver the appropriate number of materials for  each of your students and Towne days. This may take several weeks depending on material availability.
  • Following training, you will receive a DropBox link to the updated 2023-2024 curriculum. Our  WyoTowne Coordinator and staff provide teacher support throughout the process.  WyoTowne is operated by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Wyoming.

A Powerful Learning Experience

Schools from across Wyoming are participating in this proven blended-learning program where fifth grade students learn about personal finance and vital elements of a free enterprise economy. Teachers collaborate closely with our experienced financial literacy educator to teach classroom-based lessons. The program culminates with a day where students apply their knowledge in Young AmeriTowne®: WyoTowne, and run their own town for a day. Students gain lifelong workplace readiness and financial management skills. In Young AmeriTowne®: WyoTowne, students experience a complete economy; business transactions, profit and loss, payroll, insurance premiums, in addition to town government and civics.

Our Vision is that youth of every background will gain financial skills, workplace experience and understanding of a free enterprise economy. Through a combination of hands-on learning and classroom lessons, students will be prepared to manage their money wisely to be responsible, productive citizens.

Contact us



Main Club
1701 E "K" St.
Casper, WY 82601
Club number: 307.234.2456
Program Support: 307.235.4079
EIN: 23-7060727