Kansas Council for Economic Education

Discover Your Gameplan: Teaching the Economics of Sports
2026-06-09 08:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago)
Get access to plug-and-play lessons that will transform game-day information into rigorous learning experiences for your students.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Center for Economic Education at Wichita State University is pleased to invite you to join us.

This workshop is designed for teachers of economics, personal finance, business, social studies, family and consumer science and career and tech education. Get access to plug-and-play lessons that will transform game-day information into rigorous learning experiences for your students. We will explore curricula tied to markets, incentives, and decisions shaping the sports industry, as well as public financing of arenas and trade-offs for taxpayers and franchise owners. Gain insights into the world of sports and enrich your teaching with materials that connect it to everyday economics.

Workshop Hours: 9 am to 4:30 pm

Breakfast Served at 8:30

Location: Kansas City Urban Youth Academy

These workshops offer:

Graduate Credit from Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Your $20 registration fee will be refunded in full on-site upon completion of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from WSU for one credit hour (additional work outside the workshop will be necessary to complete credit requirement).

Attendance is limited to the first 30 paid attendees, so register online today!

Additional workshop information will be sent via e-mail, so please provide an e-mail address that you check regularly.

Financial Foundations for Students: Building a Semester of Success - Olathe
2026-06-22 08:00 - 2026-06-24 16:30
Location: Kansas State University – Olathe, KS

Join us for these fun, informative, free workshops with real-life economics and personal finance lessons you can share with your students.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Centers for Economic Education at Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University are pleased to present this engaging workshop for educators.

This workshop will empower you with ideas and strategies to teach financial literacy effectively. Learn how to sequence relevant topics seamlessly and integrate student-driven examples. Explore new resources that address vital concepts such as budgeting, saving, credit, investing, financial decision-making, risk management, and financial planning, as well as digital banking and payments. Enhance your teaching toolkit and inspire your students with the know-how to establish financial capability today and beyond.

These workshops offer:

2 hours of Graduate Credit from Fort Hays State or Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Turnkey one semester financial literacy courses

And more

Daily Schedule:

The workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, June 22 with registration and breakfast. Start times for Tuesday, June 23 and Wednesday, June 24 are at 8:00 a.m. Activities for each day are scheduled to conclude at 4:30 p.m.

Your $20 Registration Fee will be refunded to you at the completion of the workshop. Refunds are available for those who cancel one week prior to the start of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from WSU and FHSU with scholarships for the full price of tuition available for those who qualify on a first-come, first-served basis. These are available for certified Kansas teachers who are or will be teaching a personal finance course or related course.

Information about registering for credit will be provided in person at the workshop.

Connecting Dollars & Decisions: Teaching Personal Finance
2026-06-30 08:00 - 2026-07-01 16:30
Discover useful tools and student-centered activities that bring financial concepts to life.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Center for Economic Education at Wichita State University is pleased to invite you to join us.

Through this workshop, you will receive resources and classroom-friendly materials to teach an engaging, standards-based financial literacy class or personal finance at any level. Discover useful tools and student-centered activities that bring financial concepts to life. Enrich your teaching with practical insights and interactive content, designed to enhance financial capability for both you and your students.

Workshop Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Breakfast Served at 8:00

Location: Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, Denver Branch

These workshops offer:

Graduate Credit from Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Your $20 registration fee will be refunded in full on-site upon completion of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from Wichita State University for one credit hour (additional work outside the workshop will be necessary to complete credit requirement).

Attendance is limited to the first 100 paid attendees, so register online today!

Additional workshop information will be sent via e-mail, so please provide an e-mail address that you check regularly.

Local Insights, Global Impact: A Teacher’s Guide to Regional Economics
2026-07-08 08:00 - 16:30
Discover innovative ways to integrate local trends and research into your lessons.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Center for Economic Education at Wichita State University is pleased to invite you to join us.

This workshop will connect classroom learning to the economy throughout our region. Discover innovative ways to integrate local trends and research into your lessons, making learning more relevant for students. Immerse yourself in data tied to local industries and experience how these elements shape the broader economic landscape. Using real data and research, explore key economic drivers and the impact of entrepreneurism locally. Identify concrete ways to spark students’ curiosity and understanding of the world around them.

Workshop Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Breakfast Served at 8:00

Location: Kauffman Foundation Center

These workshops offer:

Graduate Credit from Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Your $20 registration fee will be refunded in full on-site upon completion of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from WSU for one credit hour (additional work outside the workshop will be necessary to complete credit requirement).

Attendance is limited, so register online today!

Additional workshop information will be sent via e-mail, so please provide an e-mail address that you check regularly.

Financial Foundations for Students: Building a Semester of Success - FHSU
2026-07-14 08:00 - 2026-07-16 16:30
Location: Fort Hays State University – Hays, KS

Join us for these fun, informative, free workshops with real-life economics and personal finance lessons you can share with your students.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Centers for Economic Education at Fort Hays State University and Wichita State University are pleased to present this engaging workshop for educators.

This workshop will empower you with ideas and strategies to teach financial literacy effectively. Learn how to sequence relevant topics seamlessly and integrate student-driven examples. Explore new resources that address vital concepts such as budgeting, saving, credit, investing, financial decision-making, risk management, and financial planning, as well as digital banking and payments. Enhance your teaching toolkit and inspire your students with the know-how to establish financial capability today and beyond.

These workshops offer:

2 hours of Graduate Credit from Fort Hays State or Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Turnkey one semester financial literacy courses

And more

Daily Schedule:

The workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14 with registration and breakfast. Start times for Wednesday, July 15 and Thursday, July 16 are at 8:00 a.m. Activities for each day are scheduled to conclude at 4:30 p.m.

Your $20 Registration Fee will be refunded to you at the completion of the workshop. Refunds are available for those who cancel one week prior to the start of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from WSU and FHSU with scholarships for the full price of tuition available for those who qualify on a first-come, first-served basis. These are available for certified Kansas teachers who are or will be teaching a personal finance course or related course.

Information about registering for credit will be provided in person at the workshop.

Future of Work: Preparing Students for Jobs in a Tech-Driven World
2026-07-27 08:30 - 16:30
Discover how emerging technologies are reshaping the job market and creating new career opportunities.

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City and the Center for Economic Education at Wichita State University is pleased to invite you to join us.

This workshop will equip you with valuable tools to prepare students for a technology-driven economy. Discover how emerging technologies are reshaping the job market and creating new career opportunities. Learn about bridging classroom learning with economic concepts and future-ready skills. Explore the impact of automation, AI, and digital proficiency on career landscapes, and help students navigate this evolving terrain. Empower your students with the critical thinking skills they need for adaptability, lifelong learning, and digital literacy. Hear about key competencies valued by employers ensuring your students are well-armed for the future workforce. This workshop is designed for teachers of economics, personal finance, business, social studies, family and consumer science and career and tech education.

Workshop Hours: 9 am to 4:30 pm

Breakfast Served at 8:30

Location: Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

These workshops offer:

Graduate Credit from Wichita State for those who qualify

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Your $20 registration fee will be refunded in full on-site upon completion of the workshop.

Graduate credit is available from WSU for one credit hour (additional work outside the workshop will be necessary to complete credit requirement).

Attendance is limited to the first 100 paid attendees, so register online today!

Additional workshop information will be sent via e-mail, so please provide an e-mail address that you check regularly.

2026 Free Social Studies & Fin Lit Workshops for K-12 Teachers
2026-08-03 08:00 - 2026-08-05 17:30
Location: Wichita State University

Hey K-12 teachers! Join us for free workshops on social studies and financial literacy @WSU. Focus on America 250 & Personal Finance

The Kansas Council for Economic Education, in partnership with the Center for Economic Education at Wichita State University and the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, is pleased to again offer our annual workshops at Wichita State University.

This workshop will explore both financial literacy and social studies concepts, each spanning 1.5 days of instruction. First, experience America 250 professional learning focused on the civic and economic foundations of American democracy. Using high-quality, inquiry-based resources, teachers will examine civic responsibility, the role of government, and how economic decision-making shapes communities and public policy. Participants will leave with classroom-ready lessons and activities aligned to standards that help students connect America’s past, present, and future.

This workshop will explore both financial literacy and social studies concepts, each spanning 1.5 days of instruction. First, discover how to equip students with essential money management skills through engaging hands-on activities and real-world examples. Also, learn ways financial literacy can impact students’ future choices, career paths, and long-term goals. Then, experience America 250 professional learning focused on the civic and economic foundations of American democracy. Using high-quality, inquiry-based resources, teachers will examine civic responsibility, the role of government, and how economic decision-making shapes communities and public policy. Participants will leave with classroom-ready lessons and activities aligned to standards that help students connect America’s past, present, and future.

This year, the sessions will run back-to-back so that we can offer 2 workshops in 3 days! Teachers can sign up for one or both workshops.

These workshops offer:

Graduate Credit from Wichita State for those who qualify.

Housing on campus at Wichita State (must RSVP by June 6)

Meals (breakfast/lunch) and snacks

Hands-on, standards-based lesson plans and supplemental materials

Your $20 registration fee will be refunded in full on-site upon completion of the workshop(s) you attend. Graduate credit is available from WSU with scholarships for the full price of tuition available for those who qualify on a first-come, first-served basis. These are available for certified Kansas teachers who teach economics, social studies, personal finance, or related topics.
