"Bank At School" program unveiled at Chicago's St. Nicholas School

CHICAGO - Illinois State Treasurer Judy Baar Topinka recently unveiled the Ukrainian version of "Bank At School," a financial education program for the Ukrainian community in Chicago, at St. Nicholas School.

"The 'Bank At School' program is a practical and interesting way for children of all ages to learn the importance of saving and money management," Treasurer Topinka said.

"Everyone understands the importance of learning life skills. And we are pleased students are able to benefit from this learning experience," she added.

The Ukrainian version of the program, "Finance for Students," was created with the assistance of Selfreliance Federal Credit Union in Chicago. "Bank At School" links financial institutes and schools to a curriculum that teaches children fundamentals of money management and other financial skills.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, February 21, 1999, No. 8, Vol. LXVII

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