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ASB Offers Financial Education Program
University of Hawai‘i Program Guides Teens
American Savings Bank recently launched its ASB Fi- nancial Education program, and East Oʻahu residents are invited to utilize the free ser- vice.
resource center offers ASB bankers access to a plethora of playlists comprised of quick five-minute trainings. Topics include debt management, budgeting for families, credit scores, finance for senior care- givers and more.
“As the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic con- tinues to challenge Hawai‘i’s high school seniors in their final year, we are committed to providing the support they need to achieve their poten- tial on their paths to better fu- tures for themselves and our islands,” states UH president David Lassner.
program will be connected with a UH Hawaiʻi Advis- ing Cadre member. Over the course of eight weeks, they can discuss the student’s next move, whether that be enroll- ing in college, or entering the military or workforce.
Schatz, executive director for Hawai‘i P–20. “We will pro- vide these students with one- on-one personalized advis- ing and counseling support over the summer so they can successfully and seamlessly transition to their post-high school plans.”
“We’re passionate about creating a stronger, healthier Hawaiʻi and believe that em- powering individuals to take control of their finances and future helps to make this a reality,” states president and CEO Rich Wacker. “Wheth- er it’s learning how to budget or working toward a major milestone, such as homeown- ership or retirement, the ASB Financial Education program provides individuals with the tools and resources to achieve their dreams.”
65+
now invited to get vaccinated.
but we’re not done yet.
Find locations and register for an appointment at
HawaiiCOVID19.com/Vaccine
Students who opt into the
“Our graduating seniors have spent the majority of their final year learning from home,” states Stephen
For more information, visit hawaiip20.org or uhcc.ha- waii.edu/nextstep.
The program is also being offered to area schools, with 41 slated to jump on board. Themes include understand- ing money, entrepreneurship and smart money skills for teens.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program is current- ly in search of local organi- zations to help serve low-in- come communities this summer. Through the initia- tive, children are provided free, nutritious meals when
school is not in session. “Summer food programs are critical for many keiki, who rely on school meals for their daily nutrition,” states DOE superintendent Christina Kishimoto. “Bal- anced meals help to fuel learning, physical activities
and growth. We thank our partners for their tremen- dous support during the summer break.”
Workshops for new and returning sponsors are slat- ed to run March 22-April 2 from Hawaiʻi Child Nutri- tion Programs.
To support local high school seniors, University of Hawaiʻi Community Col- leges and Hawaiʻi P-20 Part- nerships for Education, along with community partners, will offer the Next Steps for Your Future program for the second year. The initiative supports and guides gradu- ates who want to discover their post-high school plans.
Area Organizations Sought For Summer Meals
Now available online, the
Customers are encouraged to use ASB’s financial well- ness resources, which include an assessment and recommen- dations on financial situations, one-on-one appointments with staff and web stories to peruse.
Schools, public agencies, churches and nonprofits can apply to become a sponsor. Reimbursements will be given out.
For more information, contact Daniel Sutcharit- kul at 587-3600 or daniel. sutcharitkul@k12.hi.us.
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