Snowball Wealth Partners with Lynwood District for Bilingual Financial Education Program

Snowball Wealth in the Classroom (Photo credit: Miriam Casuso)

LOS ANGELES, December 14, 2023 (VSNewsNetwork.com) - Snowball Wealth, in collaboration with Lynwood Unified School District in Los Angeles, has launched a bilingual financial education program aimed at empowering high school students with crucial financial literacy and college preparation skills. This initiative is particularly significant as it provides education in both English and Spanish, catering to a diverse student population.

Tanya Menendez, CEO of Snowball Wealth, emphasized the personal connection to the program’s objectives. “As first-generation college graduates, my co-founder Pamela Martinez and I understand the challenges these students face. Our program is designed to provide them with the financial skills that we wish we had learned at their age,” she stated.

The program focuses on important financial concepts such as banking, credit, and investing, along with comprehensive guidance on college readiness. Special attention is given to navigating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and understanding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program.

Patrick Gittisriboongul, Assistant Superintendent of Lynwood School District, highlighted the program's significance for the students. “Our students, a significant number of whom are first-generation and 96% who would be the first in their families to go to college, face unique financial challenges. This program is an essential tool in helping them navigate their financial futures confidently,” he said.

A central feature of the curriculum is a college readiness course that includes strategies for selecting colleges, financing higher education, and exploring opportunities for free college education. Miriam Casuso, a teacher involved with the program, shared her perspective on the impact of financial literacy. “Our goal is to empower students with the financial knowledge that can transform their lives. Financial literacy is more than just numbers; it’s about shaping futures,” Casuso expressed.

In addition to digital resources, Snowball Wealth is offering in-person workshops to ensure an engaging learning experience. These workshops are designed to involve students actively in their financial education.

Pamela Martinez, CTO of Snowball Wealth, discussed the broader implications of the program. “We're committed to bridging the financial literacy gap. This initiative is a crucial step in preparing students for a successful future, both in college and beyond,” she noted.

Snowball Wealth is also reaching out to educators, inviting them to participate in the program. Martinez announced, “We are opening a waitlist for educators interested in bringing this transformative program to their schools.” Teachers can sign up via the Snowball Wealth website to receive updates and information about the program's availability in their districts.

For banks, financial institutions, and other organizations interested in partnering with Snowball Wealth’s financial education initiative, further details are available at www.snowballwealth.com/partnerships.

Source: Snowball Wealth via Newswire