Student Branches

Student-run branches of CP Federal Credit Union provide real-world experience and education that no textbook can simulate. We create and continue this program as part of our commitment to provide Michigan's youth with the skills and knowledge they'll need for a successful and financially secure future.

CP Federal Credit Union is proud to lead the nation in financial education with over 50 student-powered credit unions.

2012 Scholarship Application

Program Objectives

  • To create a new generation of savers by showing the importance of setting realistic savings goals.
  • To increase the youth's knowledge of the different types of services available at a credit union (e.g., savings accounts, checking accounts, loan and credit information).
  • To provide a supplement to current math, computer, and social skills through experiences learned while working as a volunteer in the student credit union branch.
  • To create an educational environment in which young people will have hands on experience in a financial setting.

Program Benefits

Encourages good saving habits at an early age, helps to promote financial responsibility in adulthood, and develops confidence where money management decisions are concerned.

Program Services

  • Student-operated credit union branches in numerous area schools.
  • Age appropriate savings programs and products for youth members.
  • Classroom presentations in schools regarding money management.
  • Educational tours of the CP Federal Credit Union main office focusing on careers in a financial institution.
  • Participation in school sponsored career days and job fairs.

Participating Schools

Below are lists of the area high, middle, and elementary schools participating in our Youth Program.

Participating Elementary Schools

  • Arnold Elementary
  • Bean Elementary
  • Bennett Elementary
  • Cascades Elementary
  • Columbia Elementary
  • Dansville Elementary
  • The da Vinci Institute
  • Frost Elementary
  • George Long Elementary
  • Hanover Horton Elementary
  • Hunt Elementary
  • Jackson Christian Elementary
  • Keicher Elementary
  • McCulloch Academy of Technology & Science
  • Northeast Elementary
  • Northwest Elementary
  • Paragon Charter
  • Parma Elementary
  • Sharp Park Elementary
  • Springport Elementary
  • St. Johns Elementary
  • Warner Elementary

Participating Middle Schools

  • Columbia Middle School
  • The da Vinci Institute
  • Dansville Middle School
  • Grass Lake Middle School
  • Hanover Horton Middle School
  • Jackson Christian Middle School
  • Northwest Kidder Middle School
  • Paragon Charter
  • Middle School at Parkside
  • Springport Middle School
  • Western Middle School

Participating High Schools

  • Ackerson Lake Comm. High School
  • Columbia High School
  • Columbia Options High School
  • The da Vinci Institute
  • Dansville High School
  • East Jackson High School
  • Grass Lake High School
  • Hanover Horton High School
  • Jackson Area Career Center
  • Jackson High School
  • Michigan Center
  • Northwest Adult Alternative & Community Education
  • Northwest High School
  • Springport High School
  • T.A. Wilson
  • Western High School