This previous Saturday, April 5, NGPF hosted a Digital Convention to kick off Monetary Literacy Month. The day was filled with inspiring classes and lots of of educators joined from throughout the nation to collaborate and be taught. Listed here are three highlights from the occasion:
1. Keynote by Tiffany ‘The Budgetnista’ Aliche
The Budgetnista, Tiffany Aliche, introduced ardour, objective, 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, brazenly making an attempt to show EVERY one as early as doable about sensible cash potentialities. Thanks for bringing her to us! This was the spotlight of my week, month, semester!”
2. Knowledgeable-led Classes to Empower Educators
Educators had the chance to listen to instantly from monetary professionals throughout our “Be taught from the Knowledgeable” classes. These classes supplied significant takeaways educators can apply each personally and professionally.
David Gourley, CSLP, broke down the complexities of Instructor Pupil Mortgage Forgiveness and supplied sensible steps educators can take.
“David did an superior job offering us with up to date data on PSLF choices. I’ll positively make the most of this with data to assist my daughter, members of the family, 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 superb! 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 selections.
“Dan & Scott’s classes are at all times insightful and filled with helpful data. I actually admire how a lot information and readability they carry to the subject of 403(b)s!”
3. Partaking Sources 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 find out how to use AI extra effectively, attendees bought hands-on with supplies they’ll use immediately.
“I like the guide recommendations! I am unable to wait to learn them!”
“Every session I attended was excellent and offered me with vital insights.”
“There are such a lot of actions and classes that I will likely be taking again to my classroom!”
You may view the sources from every session on the NGPF Digital Convention webpage.
Preserve the Momentum Going!
Could not make it to the Digital Convention or had a tough time selecting between the classes supplied? You are in luck! Most of the well-liked classes will likely be repeated in upcoming Digital PD alternatives.
Plus, do not miss our devoted Monetary Literacy Month webpage, filled with actions and concepts to rejoice all month lengthy, together with Finance in 40!
