Welcome to the 2009-2010 SMHS Savings Challenge

In the SMHS Savings Challenge, students compete to achieve their savings goals over the course of the school year. A+ financial coaches guide these students and help them learn life-long money management skills. This blog will feature posts by past and present contestants, A+ coaches, and others.

Meet the Applicants- Lynda

Monday, September 28, 2009

Lynda is currently a sophomore at San Marcos High School with a goal of saving for college to get the best education possible. She also wants to save for various items including money for a car, insurance, and the gas to get her around the campus or town.

She is willing make changes to help her achieve these goals, including finding part-time jobs, and taking on more chores around the house to increase her allowance. By working towards her goal in the Savings Challenge, she will be more prepared for college financially and reduce the need for loans.

The Challenge will not only help her in the short run with financial coaching, but it will help her in the long run with good financial knowledge.

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