This previous Saturday, April 5, NGPF hosted a Digital Convention to kick off Monetary Literacy Month. The day was full of inspiring periods and tons of of educators joined from throughout the nation to collaborate and study. Listed below are three highlights from the occasion:
1. Keynote by Tiffany ‘The Budgetnista’ Aliche
The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, introduced ardour, function, and sensible knowledge to the (digital) stage as our keynote speaker. She shared her private finance journey, sensible recommendation for instructing cash abilities, and motivational insights that left educators feeling impressed and empowered.
“Tiffany is FAR greater than inspirational! Her giving angle makes all of the distinction – giving with honesty, instructing/doing, volunteering, overtly making an attempt to show EVERY one as early as doable about lifelike cash potentialities. Thanks for bringing her to us! This was the spotlight of my week, month, semester!”
2. Knowledgeable-led Periods to Empower Educators
Educators had the chance to listen to straight from monetary professionals throughout our “Study from the Knowledgeable” periods. These periods provided significant takeaways educators can apply each personally and professionally.
David Gourley, CSLP, broke down the complexities of Trainer Scholar Mortgage Forgiveness and provided sensible steps educators can take.
“David did an superior job offering us with up to date data on PSLF choices. I’ll undoubtedly make the most of this with data to assist my daughter, relations, and college students.”
Aja Evans, licensed therapist and monetary wellness advocate, explored the deep connection between cash and psychological well being, serving to attendees mirror on their very own monetary mindset.
“Aja was wonderful! Her perception was tremendous useful, particularly round funds in relationships!”
Dan Otter and Scott Dauenhauer of 403bwise demystifyed 403(b) plans and gave educators the instruments to make knowledgeable funding choices.
“Dan & Scott’s periods are at all times insightful and full of invaluable data. I actually admire how a lot data and readability they convey to the subject of 403(b)s!”
3. Participating Assets and Classroom-Prepared Concepts
Attendees left geared up with dozes of free sources, together with participating actions, interactives, and classroom-ready classes. Whether or not it was studying about private finance books for the classroom, sources to show college students about index funds, secrets and techniques to preserving college students engaged within the classroom, or studying easy methods to use AI extra effectively, attendees received hands-on with supplies they’ll use immediately.
“I really like the e-book recommendations! I am unable to wait to learn them!”
“Every session I attended was excellent and offered me with important insights.”
“There are such a lot of actions and classes that I can be taking again to my classroom!”
You possibly can view the sources from every session on the NGPF Digital Convention webpage.
Maintain the Momentum Going!
Could not make it to the Digital Convention or had a tough time selecting between the periods provided? You are in luck! Most of the standard periods can be repeated in upcoming Digital PD alternatives.
Plus, do not miss our devoted Monetary Literacy Month webpage, full of actions and concepts to have fun all month lengthy, together with Finance in 40!
