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Matewan High School to host
“Money Matters”
Who:
James Rutledge – Financial Literacy Specialist
West Virginia State Auditor’s Office
What:
“Money Matters” will be presented to Matewan High students
When:
Thursday, April 24, 2008: 11:30am to 12:30pm
Where:
Matewan High School: Contact Educator: Joe Hunt 426-6555
Why:
Money Matters offers students of all ages the basics of saving and investing, credit cards, avoiding financial scams and an interactive stock market game. The program is offered by the state Securities Commission, which is a division of the West Virginia State Auditor’s Office. State Auditor Glen B. Gainer III also serves as the West Virginia Securities Commissioner. Since inception, over 17,000 students and teachers have participated in Money Matters presentations. Teachers can contact James Rutledge at the State Auditor’s office toll free (888.368.9507) to set up a Money Matters presentation. The program is offered at no cost to West Virginia educators.
Release Date: April 10, 2008
Contact Justin Southern via email at justin.southern@wvsao.gov or by phone: 304.558.2251.
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