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News Release

WINONA LAKE — “Captain Cash,” an elementary school curriculum designed by Purdue Extension for third grade students, recently sailed in Kosciusko County.

During the voyage, 57 third graders from Jefferson Elementary enjoyed classroom activities that helped them consider the following themes:

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The more you learn the more you earn.

Every payday save some cash away.

There is an end to what you can spend.

For a safer tomorrow, be wise when you borrow. 

Additionally, lesson topic relevant children’s books brought this financial literacy program to life and helped students learn that reading makes “cents!”

Purdue Extension thanks Jefferson Elementary for partnering with “Captain Cash” to enable the students to sail on their educational money voyage.

The students enjoyed hands-on interactive learning sessions during their island voyages while gaining a better understanding of money concepts that will serve them throughout life.

If you would like to learn more about “Captain Cash” in your school or organization, or embark on a money voyage of your own, contact Shannon Shepherd of Purdue Extension Kosciusko County at (574) 372-2340 or by email at [email protected].