Congratulations to
Maryland's 2025 Financial Education and Capability Award Winners
Michelle Classon, Cromwell Valley Elementary Magnet School (Baltimore County)
Recognized for hosting
Financial Friday, involving students and their families in understanding the global economy and guiding them in researching investment decisions.
Dr. Amanda Price, Northern Middle School (Calvert County)
Honored for integrating financial education into her science curriculum and after-school programs, encouraging students to create elevator pitches with financial components evaluated by parents and staff.
Jeeva Ashok, Eleanor Roosevelt High School (Prince George’s County)
Awarded for innovative approaches to teaching personal finance and effectively relating financial concepts and skills to real-life scenarios for students.
Janet Currie, President, Greater Baltimore, Bank of America (Baltimore & Statewide)
Celebrated for advancing economic opportunity and community empowerment by connecting individuals and businesses with essential banking and financial education resources.
Maryland Center for Collegiate Financial Wellness (MCCFW) (Prince George’s County)
Recognized for developing comprehensive campus-based financial wellness programs, equipping collegiate students with critical financial life skills for thriving in young adulthood and beyond.
Misty Allen, VP of Government and Regulatory Affairs, Comcast’s Beltway Region (Baltimore)
Acknowledged for exceptional commitment to supporting financial education and advancing economic mobility within local communities.
Contact:
William Forrester
Coordinator, Region 1 Secondary Program
Division of College and Career Pathways
Office: (410) 767-0277
william.forrester@maryland.gov