Communities In Schools of Marietta/Cobb County (CISMCC) was proud to bring Reality U to Marietta High School on April 1, 2026, where 205 students participated in this powerful, real-world financial literacy experience.

Reality U is an interactive, simulation-based program designed to help students understand the true cost of living as adults. During this 75-minute experience, students are assigned a career, salary, and life scenario, then navigate real-life financial decisions—from housing and transportation to childcare, groceries, and unexpected expenses. The result is a meaningful “ah-ha” moment that connects academic success today with financial stability tomorrow.

This impactful event was made possible through the generous sponsorship of Renasant Bank.

About Renasant Bank
Renasant Bank is a regional financial services institution committed to strengthening the communities it serves. With a strong focus on financial education, community development, and relationship-based banking, Renasant partners with local organizations and schools to empower individuals and families with the knowledge and resources needed to build long-term financial success.

We are grateful for Renasant’s investment in our students and their future. Partnerships like this ensure that young people not only graduate from high school—but do so with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive.

Interested in bringing Reality U to your school or sponsoring a future event? Contact Eboni Cook, Reality U Coordinator, at ecook@cisgeorgia.org to learn more about how you can help change the financial trajectory of a student’s life.