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The presentation by Allison Peterson, vice president of Haworth Bank of New Jersey, was part of a seven-week, after-school money management class organized by startup iPiggiBank.
The presentation covered short- and long-term savings, debt, interest and CDs.
"I was very impressed with how receptive the kids were," Peterson told Daily Voice. "They asked very smart questions and I think they walked away with a very good understanding."
iPiggiBank founder Shara Nadler said the program was a great way to kick off National Financial Literacy Month.
"It was very exciting to watch these kids be excited about how to manage their money," Nadler told Daily Voice. "Our goal is to start kids early on the path to healthy financial habits."
All students who attended the class received an iPiggiBank Certificate of Completion, which they can take to a Bank of New Jersey branch for a "behind the scenes" bank tour.
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