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MCEE Educator Certification: High School Economics  |  July 22-26, 2024  |  8:00AM-4:00PM CT  |  Grade 9-12

Join us for a transformative professional development experience! MCEE Educator Certification: High School Economics is a week-long workshop designed for Minnesota certified teachers who are new (or new-ish) to teaching high school economics. This unique professional development blends engaging content, hands-on experiences, and exclusive networking opportunities to ensure that teachers leave ready and equipped to teach high school economics. 

Key features:

• In-person engagement: Join us at the UMN St Paul campus for a dynamic five-day workshop with peers from across the state.

• Content alignment: Take a deep dive into newly revised MN state standards in economics guided by experienced educators

• Award Winning Lessons: Experience 20+ classroom-ready lessons that engage students in active learning.

• Networking & Support: Connect with a state-wide community of experienced high school teachers and college faculty for ongoing mentoring. 

• Accommodations & Parking Scholarship: By request to mcee@umn.edu prior to July 19, participants traveling outside of the 13-county metro area are eligible for up to $125/night reimbursement hotel stay. Daily parking validation will be provided.

• Nourishment: Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided daily. 

• Stipend: $500 stipend to support your commitment for the full five days.

Stipend available to current MN 5-12 licensed teachers in Agricultural Education, Business Education, or Social Studies who successfully complete all pre-work and in-person course requirements.

• Recognition: In addition to 43 CEUs, successful workshop participants will receive MCEE certification (officially recognized on MCEE’s website). Participants may also opt for three graduate credits at a reduced rate through SCSU.  

Enroll Now! Secure your spot for an experience that transcends traditional professional development, preparing you to inspire economic literacy in high school students. Visit mcee.umn.edu to register for this empowering journey!

Support for MCEE economics teacher professional development comes from the following: Connexus Energy Foundation, MN State Legislature - Commerce Grant, MN State Legislature - Education Grant, Richard M. Schulze Family Foundation, and Wells Fargo.

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