Advantage FCU is bringing financial literacy education to over 6,180 students and residents in Monroe County. Students at 11 schools and the surrounding community will now have free access to Banzai, an award-winning online program and content library that allows users to practice real-world finance from the safety of their home or classroom using any internet-enabled device.
A student from the School of Arts wrote, “Banzai taught me how to manage money. Some things are worth purchasing and some things aren’t. It is just better to save money. Managing your money is important especially if you want a higher education to get you your dream career.”
Through the Banzai online courses, students try out managing a budget, saving for a goal, and dealing with unexpected financial pitfalls. Teachers are able to easily monitor and grade student progress remotely. Other resources, which include articles, calculators, and personalizable coach sessions, explain everything from the basics of filing taxes to how health insurance works. These resources are available at advantagefcu.learnbanzai.com.
Banzai resources are used by over 72,000 teachers across the U.S. These educational tools align with New York’s state curriculum requirements, making the program a fun way for students to gain vital skills and an ideal way for anyone in the community to increase their financial literacy. After finishing the Banzai courses, users will know how to track where their money is and what it’s for, recognize financial trade-offs, and plan for a financially sound future.
Schools with access to Banzai thanks to Advantage FCU’s sponsorship are Brockport High School, Ada M. Cosgrove Middle School, Charles Finney School, McQuaid Jesuit High School, Fairport Senior High School, Johanna Perrin Middle School, Gates-Chili Middle School, Gates-Chili High School, School 19 Dr. Charles Lunsford, World of Inquiry School, and School of the Arts. Teachers interested in using Banzai can visit advantagefcu.teachbanzai.com or call 888-8-BANZAI.
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