YOUNG AMERITOWNE® OF KANSAS
Enrollments Open:
May 15, 2026
Enrollments Close:
October 31, 2026
Nex-Generation has partnered with the Young Americans Center for Financial Education in Denver, CO, to bring Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas to Northwest and North Central Kansas.
Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas is a four-to-six-week, financial literacy and career
development curriculum designed for 4th - 8th grades that teaches basic economics, banking, money management, government, communications, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and employment.
The culmination of the classroom experience is a field trip to Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas in Lenora, KS, where students-turned-citizens fill real-world roles as mayor, judge, managers, accountants, key employees, and MORE!
Students spend their “paycheck” at all 10* shops (Bank, Towne Hall, Snack Shop, Container Shop, Digital Media Agency, Energy Resources, Nex-Great Idea Entrepreneurship Shop, TV Station, Radio Station, and Medical Center), as well as donate to local charities.
*The number of students enrolled determine your Economy Size. There are 9 shops open during a 25 Economy. There are 10 shops open during a 30, 40, 50, 60, and 70 Economy.
Teachers evaluate student success through accomplishment of classroom exercises, involvement in Towne, and completion of shop books and individual bank accounts.
Fees
$25/student within Nex-Gen's 28-county region
$40/student outside of Nex-Gen's region
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE within the region may be available. Contact us for more information.
Teachers can choose to attend an onsite orientation or a virtual orientation. When filling out your enrollment form, please select one Teacher Orientation date to attend. For more information, please review the Teacher Orientation Overview.
Class Size
Minimum: 25 students
Maximum: 80 students
If your total student count exceeds 80 students, you will need to attend on two separate dates. If your total student count is less than 25, please contact us.
Accessibility
Elevator Dimensions:
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Width - 27 inches*
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Height - 77 inches
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Depth - 41 inches
*This width is with the included handle bar inside the elevator. The handle bar is 28 inches from the base of the elevator and extends to (appx.) 52 inches from the base.
"The students took real ownership of their roles. It was not just "pretend day," they went to work and took pride in their job."
Plainville Elementary Teacher
"The whole experience is really something to witness. It's one thing to talk to the kids about finances and life skills, but once they are hands-on it opens the doors to understanding it better."
Stockton, KS Parent Volunteer
"This is an AMAZING opportunity for students in our area! I hope everyone takes advantage of this learning experience!"
Phillipsburg Middle School Staff Member
"I was able to see a student be more engaged than I have ever seen him. He truly enjoyed his role in the shop and flourished in it."
Phillipsburg Middle School Teacher
The Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas curriculum is a great cross-curricular program. It does so much more than cover government and economics. It helps student develop good communication and leadership skills, and is a great way to meet the push towards including financial literacy in your school's curriculum. Hands down, it will be every student's favorite field trip - ever!
Kathy Hofstetter, Retired 5th & 6th Grade Teacher
NEW! YATK in One Day
Enrollments Open:
August 17, 2026
Enrollments Close:
September 11, 2026
Join us for a new way to experience Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas!
Now available - Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas: YATK in One Day! This unique opportunity will give you a glimpse at the investment you'd be making in your students when they attend and participate in the full Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas curriculum.
Eligibility
Schools eligible to participate in YATK in One Day must meet one of the following:
1. Your school has never participated in Nex-Gen's full Young AmeriTowne of Kansas program, or
2. Your school has not participated in Nex-Gen's full Young AmeriTowne of Kansas program within the last two years, or
3. Your school is not already enrolled to participate in Nex-Gen's full Young AmeriTowne of Kansas program in Spring 2027.
Fees
Fees cover student and business checkbooks, and other materials to help create a successful Towne experience for you and your students.
Fees: $15 per student within Nex-Gen's 28 county region. $25 per student outside Nex-Gen's region. Financial assistance may be available within Nex-Gen's region. Please contact us for more information.
Limited dates available!
Young AmeriTowne® of Kansas in the Northwest Kansas area is being administered by Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth, Inc., under a license from Young Americans Center for Financial Education in Denver, CO. "Young AmeriTowne" and "Young Americans Center for Financial Education" are registered trademarks of Young Americans Center for Financial Education, Denver, CO, and the Young AmeriTowne logo is a trademark of Young Americans Center for Financial Education, Denver, CO.