https://www.rockfordschools.org/pub/news/feeds/valley-view-news en Fri, 24 Apr 2026 18:47:51 GMT https://www.rockfordschools.org/pub/news/posts/2116 <p>Our very own 5th grade student, Eric Gunderson, has taken the TOP SPOT in the SIFMA Foundation's stock market game with his outstanding financial performance. &nbsp;The Stock Market Game is a curriculum-based investing simulation that engages teams of students in an exciting competition reinforcing financial capability. Participants invest a virtual $100,000 and make real-time investment decisions, gaining a clearer understanding of capital markets, asset allocation and wealth creation. &nbsp;Eric's portfolio made the most gains with a 5% above S&amp;P 500 growth. &nbsp;Well done, Eric! &nbsp;</p><p>PS: if you need a stock tip, Eric's your guy!<img class="Center_Align" alt="" src="https://www.rockfordschools.org/downloads/valley-view/gunderson.jpg"></p> Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://www.rockfordschools.org/pub/news/posts/2116