Bangor Savings Bank Hears Pitch from Wiscasset Fourth Grade Students

Real-world learning is happening at Wiscasset Elementary School! Fourth-grade entrepeneurs at the school had the unique opportunity to learn about financial literacy, teamwork, and public speaking from members of the Bangor Savings Bank management team.

Along with their mentor, David Pease, bank leaders Parker Desjardins, Mosi Masimango, Lisa Murphy, and Tanner McClure visited the school to teach students how to craft and deliver a compelling pitch—just like professionals do when requesting funding for a project!

The workshop centered around a real need identified by the students: purchasing mulch for the school’s outdoor learning pavilion, which often becomes muddy after rain. Students first worked independently to draft their own pitches, then collaborated in small groups to refine their ideas.

After a week of preparation, the class voted on a single pitch to present to the Bangor Savings Bank team. The students’ pitches were creative and persuasive, including hooks that helped the audience imagine slipping in the mud and even losing a shoe, as well as “win-win” arguments.

At the conclusion of the event, the Bangor Savings Bank team surprised the class with a “big check” for $350 to purchase mulch for the pavilion, bringing the students’ project one step closer to reality. This partnership between Bangor Savings Bank and Wiscasset Elementary School demonstrates the power of connecting students with community leaders, helping young learners build real-world skills while addressing meaningful projects close to home.