Associated Credit Union (ACU), a financial institution that serves more than 158,000 members at 18 locations in Georgia, is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony at North Springs High School (7447 Roswell Road) on Monday, December 16. Participating North Springs students, along with school and ACU leadership, will officially open the dedicated space for ACU’s Work-Based Learning Program in the school.  

WHAT: The Work-Based Learning Program is part of ACU’s ongoing efforts to bridge the gap between education and employment. This student program is integrated within the school environment to alleviate transportation concerns typically associated with after-school jobs and effectively connect students with valuable work experience that leads to future careers.

By investing in the growth of future leaders, ACU aims to support their success and enhance their potential within the financial industry and beyond.The North Springs collaboration integrates with ACU’s e-branch department, offering students the opportunity to work as junior interactive service representatives. These students gain valuable hands-on experience by engaging in a range of financial operations, from processing deposits and withdrawals to assisting with loan payments for customers utilizing interactive teller machines (ITMs.)

 The program expansion into North Springs follows the student success last school year experienced at Marietta High School and underscores ACU’s commitment to providing meaningful career pathways for students and supporting community development. 

WHO:               Participating Students: 

• Elizabeth Peddi
• Jayden Austin 
• Zahria Inglis

Representatives from the School:

• Principal Michael Scott Hanson
• Brian Patterson
• Sandy Spring Chamber of Commerce
• Fulton County School System

Representatives from ACU:

• Heiwote Tadesse – EVP of Member Relations
• Raj Subramanian – Business Development Manager
• Michael Huff – VP of Retail Services 

WHEN:             Monday, December 16 @ 8:30am

WHERE:            North Springs High School (7447 Roswell Road)