Free workshops for grades 6-9

Making Cents of Math

Student-led workshops connecting classroom math to real-world financial success

Our Mission

Kids find math boring, which causes them to not realize how valuable math can be when applied in a financial context.

The Problem

Many students struggle to see the real-world value of math. Abstract concepts like percentages and exponents feel disconnected from their daily lives, making math seem boring and irrelevant. This disconnect leaves them unprepared for important financial decisions later in life.

Our Solution

Financial math-based workshops for students in elementary and middle school. We bring interactive, hands-on learning directly to schools, showing students how classroom math applies to real-world financial decisions.

What We Teach

5 comprehensive lessons covering essential financial literacy topics

Bank Accounts

Different account types and when to use them

Interest & Credit

Interest calculations, credit vs debit

Debt Management

Student loans, mortgages, and credit scores

Investments

TFSA, RRSP, appreciation & depreciation

Financial Safety

Recognizing and preventing financial abuse

Interactive Activities

Games and simulations for hands-on learning

Why MCM?

Interactive Learning

Hands-on activities and games make financial concepts engaging and memorable

100% Free

All workshops are completely free for schools in our community

Real Impact

Build practical financial skills before students even get their first job

Ready to Get Started?

Book a free workshop for your school or join our team of student volunteers