South Coast Students Laugh & Learn to Make Good Financial Decisions
Announcement posted by NTC 22 May 2019
Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Far South Coast primary school students will learn crucial financial literacy skills during May with the return of Horizon Credit Union and The National Theatre for Children (NTC). For the fifth year running, the organisations have partnered to deliver Showdown at Two Bob Billabong to schools across the region. The tour begins on Monday 27th May and will visit schools in Pambula, Narooma, Bodalla, Ulladulla, Huskisson, Nowra, Berry and Berkeley.
“We’re thrilled to be in a position to give back to the community by sponsoring these educational programs for children’s financial literacy. One of the things that set us apart from other financial institutions is that we exist for the benefit of our members. Our main aim is to help them manage their money better. Establishing good savings habits at a young age is a priceless skill that can be carried through to adulthood” said Horizon CEO Jon Stanfield.
The fun, comedic and interactive educational program will focus on what is money, the uses of money, why we should save money and how we can save money.
The financial concepts covered in NTC’s Showdown at Two Bob Billabong live shows are reinforced by student workbooks (both online and print versions), teacher guides, digital games and activities that align with the curriculum and are provided at no cost to the schools through Horizon Credit Union’s sponsorship.
“A huge factor in the success of these programs is that students are inspired about a topic and will go home and share that inspiration with their friends and family. It’s a way to spread a positive educational message into the greater community and help kids to prepare for their financial future.” said NTC Managing Director Tobias Benn.
Over the life of the five-year program, Horizon Credit Union will have reached 50 schools and educated over 16,000 students across the NSW South Coast.
About Horizon Credit Union
Horizon Credit Union’s branch network spans the NSW South Coast. Horizon looks after over 15,000 people in that region and is in its 54th year of operation. It is a member-owned financial institution that does everything a bank can do. Anyone can join Horizon. Horizon returns profits back to members in the form of competitive rates, fair fees and support in their communities. www.horizoncreditunion.com.au
About NTC
NTC is a premium provider of educational programming with operations Australia, New Zealand and the USA. We work directly between schools and our partners to promote positive behaviour and life skills to students in grades K-12 on a local, regional and national level. Our award-winning educational programs are provided free for schools and are customizable to accommodate specific messages and goals for our partners. Through formats including live performance, in-class discussion, graphic novels, print curriculum, and digital games and activities, we present topics such as energy conservation, safety, financial literacy, STEM, water and environmental stewardship, and health and social responsibility in ways that engage and empower students. In doing so, we are helping our partners to be forces of change for students, parents and communities at large. www.ntccorporate.com.au