EPHRAIM — The festive season kicked into high gear at Zions Bank as more than 100 students from Ephraim Elementary illuminated the holidays during the annual “Lights On” ceremony. The event, hosted in collaboration with teachers, parents, and bank employees, transformed the Ephraim branch’s lobby into a winter wonderland.

Fifth grade students from Ephraim Elementary took center stage as they adorned the Christmas tree inside Zions Bank’s Ephraim branch with their creative, handmade ornaments. The young carolers filled the air with holiday melodies, creating a joyful atmosphere that resonated throughout the community. As a token of appreciation, Zions Bank presented a contribution to Ephraim Elementary to further support the students’ educational endeavors.

The beautifully decorated tree, a testament to the students’ artistic talents, will be proudly displayed in the bank’s lobby throughout the holiday season. Nate Christensen, the manager of Zions Bank’s Ephraim branch, expressed the bank’s enthusiasm for this cherished tradition, stating, “We love this annual tradition because it gets us into the holiday spirit. We hope everyone in the community will enjoy the children’s ornaments as much as we do.”

Part of a broader initiative, more than 4,500 students from 82 elementary schools in Utah and Idaho are actively participating in the “Lights On” tree-trimming tradition. The tradition, now in its 51st year, invites students to craft vibrant decorations for Christmas trees displayed in Zions Bank branch lobbies. Some branches have extended the invitation to students from special-needs classes and Title 1 schools, ensuring an inclusive and heartwarming celebration of the season.

Zions Bank, Utah’s oldest financial institution, boasts a strong local presence with 95 full-service branches throughout the state. With an additional 26 branches in Idaho and Wyoming, Zions Bank offers a comprehensive range of traditional banking services and stands out as a leader in small business lending. Celebrating 150 years of service to the communities of Utah, Zions Bank continues to foster a spirit of community engagement and holiday joy.

For more information about Zions Bank, please visit www.zionsbank.com. Zions Bank is a division of Zions Bancorporation N.A. and is a proud member of FDIC.