Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union and Ninety-Six High School have partnered to operate a student-run credit union branch inside the high school. This initiative brings real world financial literacy and education into the school and allows students enrolled in Ninety-Six High School real life experience and preparation for both college and future careers. Students earn course credit and gain hands on experience as they manage and operate a fully functioning Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union.
The student-run branch is named “The Branch at Ninety-Six High” and carries its own branding reflective of the Ninety-Six High School brand. Students, faculty, and staff have daily access to the financial services provided by The Branch at Ninety-Six High. The student-run branch is not open to the general public.
This initiative is a first for Greenwood County Schools. Thirteen selected students will work along-side a teacher leading the student-run branch. The students received in-depth training over the summer to prepare them for operating The Branch at Ninety-Six High. At the completion of the summer-long training, students are capable of not only handling cash and opening new accounts, but also implementing growth strategies through a marketing plan they develop.
We at Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit union, seek to provide students with authentic experiences in their classrooms and in our community so that they are receiving more than just a high school diploma. Through this generous partnership with Greenwood District 50, we are able to provide the most authentic training experience available. The opportunity for our students to be trained as credit union employees and to gain real-world preparation in a professional environment is priceless,” said Greenwood Municipal’s Marketing/Business Specialist, Samantha Byrd. “With the operation of The Branch during the school day, the entire student body will have an opportunity to learn and practice personal financial management skills.
Benefits to Students, Faculty and Staff
Student Specialists:
- Earn course credits throughout the school year
- Receive real-world, on the job training
- Gain financial literacy
- Develop leadership, marketing, and organizational skills
- Practice networking
- Become involved in school and community events
Faculty, Staff and Students:
- Gain financial literacy
- Enjoy convenient daily access to credit union services
- Access money-saving and reasonably priced financial services
- Receive membership incentives and gifts
- Take pride in having the only school credit union in Greenwood
Membership and Accounts
The first step is to join Greenwood Municipal Federal Credit Union by becoming an official Member.
Membership Requirements
Student Membership: open a Share Savings Account with a $5 deposit (minimum)
Staff Membership: open a Share Savings Account with a $25 deposit (minimum)
Membership Benefits
No joining fee for becoming a member
Qualify for all eligible membership perks such as access to discount entertainment tickets
Cast your vote at our Annual Membership Meeting
Account Options for Ninety-Six High Student Members
Student Share Savings Account
Student Share Checking Account
Account Options for Ninety-Six High Staff Members
Ninety-Six High Staff are eligible to apply for any adult (age 18+) accounts and services offered by the credit union.
How to Join
For Student Membership: Start your application online. Complete all fields and submit.
Then bring the following to The Branch to complete your membership application:
- $5 Deposit into Student Savings
- Ninety-Six High Student ID
- Primary ID – a valid Driver’s License, Permit, State ID, Passport, Military ID, Birth Certificate or Social Security Card
Look for your welcome email from the credit union with important account details.
For Staff Membership: Start your application online. Complete all fields and submit.
Then bring the following to The Branch to complete your membership application:
- $25 Deposit into Share Savings
- Ninety-Six High Staff ID
- Primary ID – a valid Driver’s License, Permit, State ID, Passport, Military ID, Birth Certificate or Social Security Card
Look for your welcome email from the credit union with important account details.