Featuring African American Businesses Across Arkansas: Legacy and Startups

Featuring African American Businesses Across Arkansas: Legacy and Startups

Arkansas is known for its entrepreneurs. We often think of the well known ones such as Charles Murphy, Jr., Sam Walton, J.B. Hunt, William Dillard and others. But there are some very interesting stories of African American entrepreneurs in Arkansas. Join us for an hour Zoom to learn about entrepreneurs from the Delta to the Ozarks. Receive curricula, books, PD, and have fun. Resources will be provided for you to share these stories with your students.

How does GOT, Labryinth, and Lord of the Rings Connect with West Fork, Arkansas?

How does GOT, Labryinth, and Lord of the Rings Connect with West Fork, Arkansas?

How is West Fork, Arkansas connected with the Game of Thrones or Lord of the Rings? Can your students turn a hobby into a business? Read about this international company tucked away in the hills of the Ozarks that can inspire readers, encourage chemists, motivate artists, and serve as an passion entrepreneur success story. Share Shire Post Mint with your students.

Creatives & Artrepreneurs in YOUR Classes

Creatives & Artrepreneurs in YOUR Classes

Have you discovered the students in your classes who thrive when given opportunities to be creative in the school setting? Have you wondered how those students will use their skills in their careers? Attend this hour long professional development for information on ‘creatives’ and to learn what opportunities support them in Arkansas.

Planet Money Summer School – Stock Market Game

Planet Money Summer School – Stock Market Game

Are you one of those teachers who thinks economics is difficult or boring? Or that is has no relevance for your students or for you? I challenge you to listen to and use these podcasts. They make learning about economics relevant and easy for both you and your students. Learn while you walk, cook or relax. Use in the class or as homework. I use these podcasts with my college students. If you see the value of helping your students to be good consumers, investors, voters, and decision makers of all types, check out these podcasts and teaching resources. If your students are playing the Stock Market Game, you might have a winning team!