CU@School

Student Financial Literacy Program

CU@School features in-school credit union branches, financial literacy presentations and career day participation. Students gain valuable life skills on personal finance and the importance of saving while getting hands-on experience with banking. These are fundamental skills that students can carry with them throughout their lives.

Types of Youth Accounts

We want students to invest in their financial future. Here are our most popular youth accounts:.

Savings Account

No minimum balance, no monthly fees

Members ages 5 & older

BrightStar puts first $1 in account

Free ATM card for ages 16 & older

Parent/Legal guardian must be joint account owner for youth under 18

Young Adult Checking

No minimum balance, no monthly fees

Members ages 16 - 23

First box of checks free

Free Visa Check card for ages 16 & older

Parent/Legal guardian must be joint account owner for youth under 18

Participating Schools

Nova Eisenhower Elementary School

Pembroke Lakes Elementary School

Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary - West Campus

Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary - East Campus

Pembroke Pines Charter Middle - West Campus

JP Taravella High School

Want CU@School at your institution? We have made our selections for this school year, but if interested, email Mrs. Virgo (erika.virgo@bscu.org) to be placed on our waiting list.

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Types of Youth Accounts