Jackson, MS. Today, State Treasurer Lynn Fitch
is proud to host Girl Scouts from central and southern Mississippi for the Girl
Scouts Career and Financial Literacy Day. The Scouts are spending their day
touring the Treasurer’s Office, State Capitol, State Auditor’s Office, and
State Insurance Department. Throughout the day, the Scouts will complete
activities to improve their personal finance skills and learn about the daily
responsibilities of our government financial agencies. “It is a joy to be able to host a day of fun and learning
for the girls,” stated Treasurer Fitch. “As a former cookie mom, I have
personally seen what an influence Girl Scouts can have in the community and
what a lasting impact it can have on the Scouts’ lives. It is a pleasure
to help the scouts earn their financial literacy patch and to encourage them to
confidently pursue their career aspirations.”
The Girl Scouts will also meet influential Mississippi women
in financial fields and attend a lunch sponsored by BankPlus. “We are
excited to be able to continue to offer this event in partnership with the
Office of the State Treasurer,” noted Program Director Matilda Stephens.
“Many thanks to Lynn Fitch and her staff for coordinating this wonderful
learning opportunity for our girls." Following their activities, the
Scouts will host a cookie reception for state agencies located in the Woolfolk
building.
The Girl Scouts attending the event today are part of Girl
Scouts of Greater Mississippi, Inc. (GSGMS), which serves over 10,000 members
across 45 counties in central and southern Mississippi. Through events and
activities in science and technology, business and economic literacy, and
outdoor and environmental awareness, Girl Scouts not only promotes true
friendship and creativity but also instills in them confidence and leadership
skills that will last a lifetime. Through the organization, the girls learn how
to handle responsibility, how to have courage, and what it means to be a person
of good character. Through Girl Scouts, girls learn life skills and
lessons that help them pursue their goals and be the leaders of tomorrow.
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