Healey Includes Financial Literacy in Proposed State Graduation Standards
Financial literacy programs would be required in every Massachusetts public school system under a statewide graduation standards framework Gov. Maura Healey proposed Monday.
Massachusetts Bankers Testify for Financial Literacy Requirement
Over 200 Massachusetts banks have come together with hopes of making personal finance education a state high school graduation requirement.
Brookline Bank Adds Literacy Curriculum for Customers
Brookline Bank has partnered with Stickball to provide an online, interactive financial literacy curriculum for bank customers and public schools students.
Survey: Teens Concerned About Financial Futures
While over half of teenagers say they feel unprepared to finance their futures, more young people use mobile or online apps to manage money compared to before the pandemic, according to new research from Providence-based Citizens and Junior Achievement.
Mass. Banks Collaborate on Virtual Financial Literacy Fair
Eight banks across Massachusetts have formed a partnership to turn a longstanding financial literacy event for high school students into a virtual experience this spring.
Our Financial Literacy Program Isn’t Charity – It’s an Investment in Our Community
For more than a decade a different kind of university, for no charge, has taught thousands of students how to start a small business or just open a bank account; how to buy a house, borrow money, save for college, avoid payday lenders and rental furniture – and even become an American citizen.
New State Financial Literacy Standards a Welcome Change
For a number of years, Massachusetts had received a failing grade on its efforts to produce financially literate high school graduates. A new law signed by Gov. Charlie Baker in January hopes to change that.
Recipients of Financial Literacy Education Grants Announced
More than 40 high schools across the commonwealth will receive a total of more than $123,000 in funding to expand or establish financial education programs, including eight first-time applicants.
Citizens Bank Accepts Applications for Financial Literacy Grants
Citizens Bank is now accepting applications from nonprofits for financial literacy services that help people better manage their money.
Massachusetts Gets An F In High School Financial Literacy
Massachusetts is one of 11 states to receive an F grade on its efforts to produce financially literate high school graduates, according to an analysis by Champlain College’s Center for Financial Literacy.
State Launches New Financial Literacy Program For Immigrants And Refugees
The Massachusetts Office for Refugees and Immigrants last week launched the Financial Literacy for Newcomers Program, which will develop and deliver diverse financial education tools and resources to approximately 1,000 immigrants and refugees over the next three years.
A Passion For Financial Literacy
Gladys Martinez entered the banking world as a part-time teller fresh out of high school.
DoB, Treasury Name Financial Literacy Grant Recipients
Have you ever wondered what the state does with settlements over unlawful lending practices? At least some of that money goes to Massachusetts high schools for financial reality fairs.
‘Time Is Money,’ And Other Thoughts On Financial Literacy
I’ve been meaning and meaning and meaning to write up...Mass. Named One of the Best States For Financial Literacy
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