STOCK MARKET EXPERIENCE
Experiential Stock Market Education
Stock Market Experience 2026
Learn.
Compete.
Invest in Your Future.
CLIMB USA’s Stock Market Experience (SME) is back for 2026 - and it’s bigger than ever! This 8-week, hands-on simulation introduces youth and adults to the fundamentals of investing through a fun, team-based competition. Participants gain real-world skills in stock research, portfolio strategy, and wealth-building - no prior experience needed.
Whether you’re a student, educator, family, or workplace team, SME is your launchpad to financial confidence.
Registration opens soon. Stay tuned!
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Important SME Dates:
June 15 - August 4
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First Day of Trading: June 15
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First Speaker Series: June 16
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Last Day of Trading: July 31
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Capstone: August 4
We will make sure you are ready!
* All meetings are virtual, via Zoom, at 12pm CST | 1pm EST
SME Facilitator Training -
“Train the Trainers” A preparation session for schools & youth-serving organizations leading large groups, providing guidance, tools, and support for successful implementation.''
April 21 & April 28 (attend both)
Team Leader Orientation
A required session for team leaders to review expectations, logistics, and best practices before the program begins.
May 5 or May 19 (attend one)
Participant Orientation
A kickoff preparation session where all participants learn how the platform works, understand competition guidelines, and get ready for Week One.
June 9
A live overview of the Stock Market Experience where you’ll learn how the program works, explore the curriculum, and get your questions answered by the CLIMB team.
Informational Open Houses are virtual , via Zoom
Tuesday, March 17
12pm CTS | 1pm EST
Tuesday, April 14
12pm CTS | 1pm EST
Learn More About the Stock Market Experience!
Curious how SME works from start to finish? Our program packet walks through the full experience - including the weekly structure, competition format, speaker series, and how teams and organizations can participate.
Take a few minutes to explore the details and see how SME can fit into your summer.
The Power of the SME Experience
Camp Quest joined SME this summer and saw firsthand how financial literacy, critical thinking, and confidence can transform young people’s futures.
The Voices of SME 2025: Roving Reporter Highlights
Catch the energy, insights, and moments that made this summer unforgettable - straight from the voices of our CLIMB Youth Leaders.
What is SME?!?!??
FUN SUMMER EXPERIENCE - 8 week simulated investment game - perfect combination of fun, networking, friendly competition and skill building!
REAL-LIFE WEALTH BUILDING SKILLS - Each participant will manage a fictional $100k stock portfolio while learning stock analysis & investing fundamentals.
TURN KEY PROGRAM - We provide weekly activities, engaging speakers & financial literacy curriculum - ready to go!
FLEXIBLE TECHNOLOGY - Platforms are easily accessed on desktops, tablets and/or phones to match your organization's needs.
Special thanks to:
CALLING ALL COMMUNITY GROUPS!!!
Engage your summer youth program with our 8-week Stock Market Experience! Youth will manage a fictional $100K portfolio, learn investing fundamentals, and compete individually and as a team. With weekly activities, expert speakers, and flexible technology, CLIMB makes financial education fun and interactive!
Bring this exciting opportunity to your group today!
(Download the program packet for more information)
