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2025 Summer Workshops


This summer, we're spotlighting manufacturing, agriculture, entrepreneurs, and more! Check out the series below to attend a workshop near you! To register for these workshops and more, please visit our Event Calendar

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  • Connecting Educators to Industry

    These workshops offer a platform to connect educators to industry representatives. Educators hear from employers about what teachers can do to ensure their students are adequately prepared for workplace demands.

    June 10 | Little Rock
    June 19 | Mountain Home
    June 20 | Arkansas Farm Bureau (Little Rock)
    June 23 | Camden
    June 24 | Russellville
    June 26 | Conway
    July 9 | Pine Bluff
    July 10 | Maumelle

    REGISTER ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR


  • Connecting Educators to Entrepreneurs

    Connecting Educators to Entrepreneurs

    Entrepreneurship education is not just about making money or starting a business. It's also about creating jobs, contributing to the economy, and innovating.

    In this series, educators will hear from local business leaders about building something from scratch and how to encourage the budding entrepreneurs in their classrooms.

    June 3 | Conway
    June 5 | Fayetteville
    June 25 | Searcy
    July 7 | Little Rock
    July 14 | Hot Springs
    July 17 | Fort Smith
    Date TBA | Benton
    Date TBA | Jonesboro

    REGISTER ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR


  • Virtual REAL Conference | June 12

    Economics Arkansas will offer a one-day VIRTUAL REAL Conference. Participants can earn up to 6 hours of ADE-approved professional development and up to $60 in stipends.

    This one-day conference will feature national and local leaders in education, business, and industry. Presenters for this virtual option will differ from the in-person event, and registration will be separate.

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  • REAL Econ for All Conference | July 23-24

    This two-day Relevenat, Engaging, Activity-based Learning conference offers dozens of outstanding sessions and networking opportunities. Premier experts from academia, business, and industry lead a wide variety of economic and personal finance sessions.

    Lunch will be provided on both days. Participants can earn up to 12 hours of ADE-approved professional development and up to $120 in stipends. Participants also receive standards-based curricula and classroom activities.

    Location

    Pinnacle View Middle School
    5701 Ranch Drive
    Litlle Rock, AR 72223

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  • Ecotourism in the Natural State

    Ecotourism in the Natural State

    We're partnering with the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission on a series of workshop at four AGFC Nature Centers! The workshops will look at the economic impact of ecotourism in our state, how it strengthens communities, and AGFC's operational role.

    Participants of each one-day workshop will earn up to six hours of PD credit, a $50 stipend, and ready-to-use activities.

    June 17 | Springdale
    June 25 | Pine Bluff
    July 16 | Fort Smith
    July 31 | Jonesboro

    REGISTER ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR


  • Cooking Matters

    Cooking Matters

    We are planning another series of Cooking Matters workshops in partnership with the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. Stay tuned to our website for more details on this series around healthy eating on a budget!

    June 3 | Rogers
    June 9 | Plumerville
    June 17 | Pine Bluff


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  • From Wall Street to Main Street

    From Wall Street to Main Street

    Explore key economic principles, personal finance strategies, and market dynamics - from Wall Street's investment world to the everyday financial decisions and economics that impact Main Street.

    June 3 | Camden
    June 18 | Valley Springs
    June 19 | Plumerville
    June 23 | Arkadelphia
    June 30 | Monticello
    July 8 | Hope
    July 10 | Beebe
    July 14 | Branch
    July 29 | Pine Bluff
    July 30 | Helena
    Date TBA - Walnut Ridge

    REGISTER ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR


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