Economics AR Program Tips & Tidbits
November 2025
THANK YOU for helping us celebrate Econ Ed Month! We had so many wonderful webinars and in-person offerings...thanks to you! We appreciate you joining us after very full days to discover new ways to engage your students in economic conversations.
Our winners for our Econ Ed Month incentives:
$50 winners for attending 5 or more PD sessions-Elizabeth Hughes, Karen Millsap, and Quanta Wyatt
$50 winner for social media post-Sandra Chacon
$50 winner for inviting a new friend-Freda Duchesneau
Now it is November, and we are ready to celebrate National Entrepreneurship Month! Once again, we will be hosting webinars and on location workshops that will spotlight economics and entrepreneurship. Below you will find a day by day sneak peek of our offerings. We certainly hope you can join us!
Do your students like to compete? We want all our 5th-8th grade students to participate in our Youth Entrepreneurship Competition (Y.E.S.). Plans are due November 17.
If you attended our summer offerings, you should have received a survey. We want your feedback as we plan for summer 2026! We are giving some door prizes of $25 e-checks for some lucky responders!
If you can think of ways we can serve you and your students, we would be honored to assist!
Sincerely,
Marsha, on behalf of Economics Arkansas
PLANS DUE NOVEMBER 17
The Youth Entrepreneurship Showcase (Y.E.S.) is a business pitch competition for Arkansas 5th-8th grade students presented in partnership with ACC Capital. Y.E.S. gives students an opportunity to show their creative, critical thinking, and teamwork skills.
Important details may be found here.
Monday, November 3, 4:00-6:00 pm
There are only a couple of spots remaining for this magical experience! We will discover economics all around the warehouse with a scavenger hunt, a visit with Paul Guess, and you will find some great entrepreneur resources to use in the classroom.
At the end of the evening, you will receive a $25 gift card to spend at the warehouse.
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 3, 4:00 -5:00 pm
This webinar will feature economic resources that connect concepts with creative approaches and will also spotlight the Picturing Economics Art Competition which is due December 19th.
Target audience: K-8 educators
Register here.
November 4, 4:00-5:00 pm
The topics in this month's series will focus on scarcity and opportunity cost. November is the perfect time to help students notice what they already have and learn gratitude.
Target audience: K-5 educators
Register here.
November 4 and 18
The fall and yearlong sessions are in full swing! Before you know it, the spring session will be kicking off! If you want a refresher or want to learn how to get your students ready to "get into the game," then join this webinar! You pick the date that works best for you!
Target audience: 4-12 educators
November 4, register here.
November 18, register here.
November 5, 4:00-5:00 pm
Want to incorporate personal finance into your class? Come learn about FREE curriculum available through Federal Reserve Education! Our St. Louis Federal Reserve Bank friends will demonstrate how to add FRE online learning modules to your learning management system.
Target audience: 9-12 educators
Register here.
November 6, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Headline news have captured our attention with scenes of disasters and the impact that follows. What does economics have to do with it? A lot! Our friends from the Foundation for Teaching Economics (FTE) will connect the dots throughout history and share ways to engage your students.
Substitute reimbursement is available!
Target audience: 4-12 educators
Register here.
November 6 and 12
Last year, elementary educators had a chance to discover economic concepts with every letter of the alphabet. This time, we will spin to discover where everyday objects come from and discover a variety of resources for the classroom.
November 6 is all about a product that beings with "d", and we won't know November 12 until the 6th. Register to find out!
A to Z Webinar Dates:
November 6, 4:00 5-:00 pm - Register here.
November 12. 4:00-5:00 pm - Register here.
Target audience: K-6 educators
November 10, 3:30-4:30 pm
It's that time of year again! Join us for this webinar featuring the amazing team from Arkansas Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom. Every year Farm Bureau shares the cost of feeding a family of 10 a Thanksgiving meal. Last year was $58.08, or $5.81 per person. What will this years' results yield? How much of that plate is thanks to an Arkansas farmer? These questions and more will be answered during this fun webinar.
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 10 and 17, 4:30-6:30 pm
Always a fan favorite! The Local Spark is the spot for two entrepreneurship offerings with a twist of paint along the way. These events are getting full! Register! If we have enough demand, we might add another date.
The theme for the evening is SNOW. We will snow related businesses. Teams will create a new business in a snow economy. Sarah Reid will share her entrepreneurial experience, and you will become a producer creating a fun snowman door hanger!
Target audience: K-12 educators
November 10-Cabot, register here.
November 17-Conway, register here.
November 12, 4:00-5:00 pm
If you are looking for some great entrepreneurship resources for your classroom, then check out this webinar. You will leave with some ready to use resources and a FREE resource selection!
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 13, 4:00-5:00 pm
Megan Kirts from Econiful is back with some great lessons about competitive markets! It promises to be a fun and informative time.
Target audience: 9-12 educators
Register here.
November 13, 4:30-5:30 pm
Time is valuable—and so is seeing economics in action. Power Hour is a fast-paced professional learning series that takes educators onsite to explore local industries in just 60 minutes. This in-person offering will spotlight career paths in architecture and interior design.
November 13: WER Architects, Little Rock
Register here.
November 14, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us as we partner with the Young Entrepreneur Institute (YEI) for a day full of entrepreneurship! The day will feature conversations with entrepreneurs, spotlights on resources, and more.
Lunch and substitute reimbursement will be provided.
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 17, 3:30-4:30 pm
This series equips K–5 educators with engaging lessons, children’s literature connections, and hands-on classroom activities to help students build the habits and knowledge they need to become financially savvy. Our first webinar focused on earning income. This webinar will spotlight the themes of money management and what a timely topic!
Target audience: K-5 educators
Register here.
November 17, 4:30-6:00 pm
Join us at the library and check out some great resources that are available for all grade levels. This month's library professional development is hosted at the Mabel Boswell Memorial Library in Bryant.
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 18, 4:00-5:00 pm
Target audience: 9-12 educators
Register here.
November 19, 4:00 pm
Join Arkansas State Parks to discover the value and variety of our state park system. From scenic landscapes to educational and recreational experiences, discover how our parks contribute to quality of life in Arkansas. We'll also share how state parks support the state’s economy through tourism, outdoor recreation, partnerships, and ongoing investments in infrastructure and trail development. Whether you're new to the parks or a longtime visitor, this session will offer insights into the vital role they play across the state.
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
This fun and fast-paced webinar featuring lessons from our Grab and Go Compact Concept Connector Guides and our Toolkit for Teaching the High School Economics with Personal Finance Course. We will shine the light on the economics of Blytheville’s Lights of the Delta
Target audience: K-12 educators
Register here.
November 20, 4:00-5:00 pm
Join Economics Arkansas at West Little Rock Social for an engaging workshop that blends entrepreneurship and creativity in a fun, interactive setting. Participants will explore how everyday interests and social spaces can inspire innovative business ideas. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, educators will gain practical strategies to help students think like entrepreneurs—identifying problems, generating ideas, and turning passions into profit. Whether you’re sipping, socializing, or brainstorming, this session will spark fresh ways to bring entrepreneurship to life in your classroom.
Target audience: K-12 Educators
Register here.
AND THE WINNERS ARE...
We are so proud of our Bessie B. Moore Award Winning Educators.
Berryville: Delene McCoy
Centerpoint: Tori Walker
Fort Smith: Karen Mills, Allie Scantling, Julie Stec, Lilibeth Pineda
LISA Academy: Nikole Townsend
Mena: Courtney Warren, Jamie Grogan, Megan Auer, Angela Trammell, Jaqueline Redfearn
Rogers: Amy Mileham
Our professional development offerings are available to Arkansas educators under contract for the 2025-2026 school year.
We will be sending 1099 forms to all participants who have received $600 or more in payments or stipends during this calendar year. In order for us to be incompliance with the IRS, a current, complete W-9 form must be on file with our office when the $600 threshold is met.
You will receive an email with a request to complete the form. Thank you so much for your assistance with this requirement.
All e-checks will be voided 60 days after issue. Please remember to download and enjoy them! Contact us if you need assistance.
Several have asked where and how to retrieve professional development certificates.
Here are some important steps:
- Log in to your Economics Arkansas account here .
- On the left side of the page, you will see the tab CERTIFICATES.
- You may download individual certificates by date of the professional development offering.
- At the top right hand corner of the page is a link titled "DOWNLOAD TRAINING SUMMARY YTD." This will give you a list of all offerings you have attended this calendar year.
- Some of our offerings were through ESC Works. You may retrieve your certificates through their portal by logging in here.
- If you have any issues, please contact us. We would love to assist!
Contact us. We would love to assist.
Lisa lisa@economicsarkansas.org
Marsha marsha@economicsarkansas.org