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Completing the My Finances module helped students gain a better understanding of key concepts related to creating a personal budget, saving money, and making responsible financial decisions through hands-on activities and real-life examples. I liked the fact that the students were actively involved in discussions and hands-on exercises, and the impact on them was evident in their in- creased interest in money management and the more responsible way they began to view spending and financial planning. The program also contributed to the development of initiative, collaboration, and critical thinking. Teacher, A.D. Xenopol Economic High School, Bucharest The My Finances project struck me as grounded in reality and provided students with information and financial literacy concepts that are useful for everyday life. For some students, it was simply a way to reinforce knowledge they already had, but for many, it offered new insights into money management and making responsible financial decisions. These concepts will be further explored through other projects or lessons, so that students can confidently apply them when they become financially independent. Teacher, 1 Mai Technological High School, Ploiesti Participating in the activities of the My Financial Mission project was a very engaging and edu- cational experience, as it combined learning financial concepts with a digital environment that was familiar and captivating for the students. I liked that the activities were interactive and hands-on, and that the students learned about money management in a creative and accessible way. The im- pact on the students was evident through their active engagement, the development of their logical thinking, and their growing interest in financial education. The project demonstrated that learning can be both fun and useful for everyday life. Teacher, Sfantul Andrei Middle School, Bucharest As a teacher, I’m always looking for ways to bring theory closer to reality, and working with the vol- unteer financial consultant did exactly that. For my middle school students, meeting with a financial professional was truly inspiring. The volunteer explained abstract concepts such as the family bud- get, saving, and investing through games and practical examples that they could understand. I was impressed to see 13- and 14-year-olds having mature discussions about financial responsibility and prioritizing expenses. This project not only provided them with essential life skills, but also helped develop their critical thinking. Teacher, Gheorghe I. Bratianu Middle School, Iasi The JA activities were best integrated into the Financial Education curriculum, and the students applied what they had learned by carrying out a highly acclaimed class project. Through these types of activities, young people become more curious, more attuned to everyday problems, and eager to actively participate in projects aimed at solving them. Teacher, Gheorghe Rosca Codreanu National High School, Barlad, Vaslui