Community Speaker Series Presents Author, The New York Times Columnist

Submitted by Hinsdale Township High School District 86.

Hinsdale, IL - Hinsdale Township High School District 86 today announced that registration is open for the fourth and final installment of the Community Speaker Series featuring New York Times columnist Ron Lieber, author of "The Opposite of Spoiled: Raising Kids Who Are Grounded, Generous and Smart About Money."

Mr. Lieber will discuss how parents can guide and develop financial literacy and fiscal responsibility in children on Wednesday, April 13 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday, April 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Both presentations will be held at The Community House, 425 W. Eighth St., in Hinsdale. Presentations are free and all are invited. Registration is required at d181foundation.org.

“The goal of the Community Speaker Series is to educate and engage all of the adults in our community as we support our students and each other as our children journey into adulthood,” said Superintendent Dr. Bruce Law. “Many of our events have focused on social and emotional well-being. I think it is also wise to teach our children sound financial health and judgment, something we often overlook. Giving them the skills they need to plan, spend and save wisely will help them more easily target and reach their goals. We, along with our partners, the District 181 Foundation, the Hinsdale Central PTO and The Community House, are pleased to end this series on this valuable practical note.”

After his presentation to the community on Thursday, Mr. Lieber will meet with a group of approximately 225 students representing both schools. Planning for the student meeting is still underway, more details will be announced as they become available. The meeting will offer this large group of business-focused students a unique opportunity to interact with the author and delve into the topics they are studying and practicing on a deeper level.

Ron Lieber has been the “Your Money” columnist at The New York Times since 2008, where his columns about student financial aid won the 2011 Loeb Award in the personal finance category. Before The New York Times he wrote the “Green Thumb” column for The Wall Street Journal’s "Money." He has written articles, columns, blog posts, and co-authored books for young entrepreneurs, and about kids, money, values and families.

The Community Speaker Series is presented through the cooperation of Hinsdale Township High School District 86, School District 181, the District 181 Foundation and The Community House. For more information on the entire series, click here.