"Bank At School is a powerful educational program that introduces students to the world of money and banking..."
Through a special Bank At School lesson plan, developed by the Treasurer's Office, students learn the value of saving for the future and money management. Bank At School also gives students a fun and exciting way to learn by doing. Each participating school is matched with a local bank or savings and loan or credit union. On "Bank Day," held at least once each month, students can open new accounts, make deposits and experience the thrill of watching their savings grow! The Bank At School program has been developed primarily for students in the fifth and sixth grades, but can easily be adapted for other students. To bring Bank At School to your school, call my office at 312/814- (Chicago Office) or 217/ (Springfield Office). Help young people learn financial skills through hands-on experience and classroom exercises. Encourage students to develop the habit of saving for the future. Make savings accounts available and easily accessible to students. Contact the Treasurer's Office at: 312/814-1700. Each school is matched with a local bank or savings and loan or credit union. A bank representative will meet with school officials to schedule banking days. A parent or guardian's signature is needed to open an account. | |
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