Grades K–5

Workshop November 21, 2024 Grades K–5

Tinsel, Trees, and Trade: December Economics for Grades K-5 (VIRTUAL)
Grades K-5
Wednesday, December 4, 2024
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Join GCEE and the Georgia Farm Bureau for this holiday-themed professional learning experience. We will bring together the magic of the season with practical, ready-to-use lessons that integrate economics and agricultural education. Dive into the fascinating world of Christmas tree farms, explore the impact of trade and productive resources, and uncover engaging ways to teach economic concepts through holiday traditions. Perfect for K-5 teachers, this interactive session will spark creativity and provide tools to help students connect classroom learning to the holiday season. Plus, participants will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two $50 gift cards! Don’t miss this opportunity to add festive fun and valuable resources to your classroom!

Audience: Grades K-5 Teachers

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Workshop July 18, 2024 Grades K–5

Teaching Background Knowledge to Broaden Reading Skills
Grades K-5
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This engaging and practical workshop is designed to help educators integrate content area knowledge with the Science of Reading strategies being implemented in classrooms across Georgia. This workshop aims to equip teachers with the tools and techniques necessary to enhance reading skills while simultaneously delivering robust content instruction in economics.

Audience: Teachers, Grades K-5

Materials, lunch, and substitute reimbursement provided

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Workshop July 18, 2024 Grades K–5

“Why the Moon?”: The Economics of Space Exploration
Grades 3-5
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In this action-packed workshop, GCEE shares another Earl and Starla tale….Earl & Starla Go to Space. In this latest economic adventure, our favorite felines discover the costs and benefits of space exploration for producers and consumers. There will be several lessons and activities shared that integrate STEM concepts and key U.S. historical milestones. Attendees will receive access to all digital lesson materials and a complimentary copy of Earl and Starla Go to Space.

Audience: Teachers, Grades 3-5

Materials, lunch, and substitute reimbursement provided

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Workshop December 4, 2023 Grades K–5

Economics and the Civil Rights Movement for Grade 5
Grade 5
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This workshop focuses on the economics behind the Civil Rights movement during the 1950s and 1960s, particularly the Ten Demands of the March on Washington in 1963. A picture book will be provided to teachers along with all lessons that are demonstrated at the workshop. There is no registration fee for this workshop substitute reimbursement is available, and lunch is provided.

Audience: Teachers, Grade 5

Materials, lunch, substitute reimbursement provided.

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Workshop July 29, 2022 Grades K–5

Grade 4: Teaching Economic Decision-Making & Westward Expansion
Grade 4
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This workshop focuses on the economics at the heart of the historical events addressed in the Grade 4 Social Studies GSE. Picture books are provided to teachers along with all lessons and digital resources that are demonstrated at the workshop.

Audience: Teachers, Grade 4

Materials, lunch, and substitute reimbursement provided.

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Workshop December 6, 2019 Grades K–5 Grades 6–8 Grades 9–12

Stock Market Game Workshop (Virtual & In-Person)
Grades 4-12
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This workshop helps teachers learn how to help their students play the Stock Market Game and, more importantly, learn from the stock market. In the 10-week web-based stock trading simulation, students apply research and math skills, practice group decision making and analyze cause-and-effect relationships. Participants in this workshop are expected to play the game spring semester, which begins January 21st. Please pay attention to times as the workshop times and lengths vary.

Audience: Teachers, Grades 4-12

All GCEE workshops are provided to teachers at no financial charge.

Virtual Workshops: Materials and 1/2 day substitute reimbursement provided (for workshops occurring during the school day).

In-Person Workshops: Materials, lunch, and substitute reimbursement provided.

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