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Vista Bank teaches them young, to let them lead the way

April is financial literacy month, and Vista Bank kicks off strong with a stop by David Daniels Elementary Academy of Math and Science to talk to the youth. Vista Bank’s Director of Community Development & Outreach, Lubbock Smith III spoke to young students on the steps they can take right now towards financial security. Vista has a 108-year history of supporting banking entrepreneurs and offering innovative solutions to personal and commercial clients alike. And well known for their community on-the-ground investments. David Daniels AMS is one of the many schools that will be visited by Vista Bank throughout the

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