National Rock Band Holds Concert to Teach Teens Financial Literacy

You’ve probably heard the tunes of Gooding and may not even know it.  His music has been showcased in hundreds of commercials and hit shows like “Keeping Up with the Kardashians,”  “CSI,” “The Good Wife,”  “Daily Show” and “Criminal Minds.”  On Thursday, September 25th Gooding will play his hit tunes for hundreds of teens at Grandview High School during two assemblies.

This isn’t just a concert; it’s a chance for band leader, who goes by the name ‘Gooding,’ to use his platform as an artist to talk to teens about financial literacy. The educational tour uses the power of a live rock performance and Gooding’s own personal story to inspire young people with lessons of finance, saving early, credit card debt and predatory lending.

“Gooding's assembly contains excellent music, commercial production, and most importantly an engaging message for young people on making wise lifelong decisions around money, investing, saving, and avoiding debt. It is a powerful message for people of all ages,” said Dr. Ralph Teran, Superintendent.

According to Gooding, students who do not receive this message early often drop out of college and return to the same cycle of financial irresponsibility as their parents. Children from lower income households and un-banked families are especially at risk. The district appreciates the support of Bank Midwest who is helping to sponsor the event.

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