Programs

K-12 Educators Summer Workshop

The EECE K-12 Educator Summer Workshop prepares Hawai‘i K-12 educators for teaching economics and personal finance at their grade levels. Participants gain a better understanding of economics and personal finance and learn ways to effectively implement the national and state standards in their classes with innovative and interactive lessons and activities. We also provide ready-to-adopt lesson plans and one-on-one assistance in adopting and adapting lesson plans at each grade level.
This workshop is open to all. DOE teachers are eligible for a full scholarship. Teachers from neighbor islands can join virtually. We are currently accepting applications for Summer 2023. Click here for more information.

Teacher Testimonials

“I grew a deeper passion for teaching Economics after this workshop.”

JR Quilos

5th Grade Teacher, August Ahrens Elementary School

“It was such a positive learning experience.”

Julia Cannistra

Mathematics Teacher, Aiea High School

“This course is for everyone. You don’t need any background knowledge and you can learn a lot in a meaningful way.”

Kumi Kojima

Japanese Teacher, Pearl City High

“This course has allowed economics to become personable, approachable, and helped provide us with relevant knowledge, partnerships, and free resources to positively impact our school communities across all grade levels. This is the course you have been waiting for.”

Nicole Rosete,

Kindergarten Teacher, Kapolei Elementary School

“I have never taken a course with teachers from pre-k through 12th grade where college-level information is presented so incredibly well that it’s easy to understand and adapt by all participants. Not only a I better prepared to teach economics, but I’m also better prepared to make wise decisions for myself and my family.”

Karen Denny

Teacher, Koko Head Elementary School

“I gained new insight into Economics, and so much inspiration to bring these topics into my own classroom”

Genevieve Tosatto

Teacher, St. Joseph Parish School

“The EECE Summer Workshop is a must-take PD for all educators to attend. Not only is the information relevant across all disciplines, it will also shed light on how our decisions impact our local communities.”

Alyssa Alcos

Business Teacher, Waianae High School

“BEST PD EVER!!! What I learned about personal finance and economics can absolutely be implemented with our littlest learners (preschoolers) to those ready to spread their wings (graduating seniors).”

Kalelani Ogata

Preschool SPED Teacher, Lincoln Elementary

“I found this course extremely valuable and enjoyable. I was happy to learn that much of what I’ve learned here I could apply in my personal life and also implement in my science curricula.”

Suzie Wallace

Biology Teacher, Radford High School

“Dr. Gao provided excellent and interactive lessons, not only I can apply in my classroom but also in my personal life. She gave me many ‘aha’ moments and may ideas on how I can apply economics in my classroom.”

Josephine Carlson

Social Studies Teacher, St. Joseph Parish School

The workshop was absolutely phenomenal! As a teacher preparing to lead a financial literacy focus group, I was in need of guidance and direction. This transformative workshop not only provided me with basic understandings of Economics, but also ignited a passion within me — equipping me with the invaluable insights and tools necessary to make a lasting impact on my students’ financial education. I am very grateful for this empowering experience. Thank you so much!

Yumi Clancy

8th grade Social Studies, Ewa Makai Middle School

Think Like a Champion: Economics & Personal Finance Literacy for Hawaii High School Students

Better, smarter financial decisions lead to happier lives. This institute offers students essential knowledge and skills on how to allocate limited resources, such as time and money, in the most efficient way to satisfy their needs and wants. We also help students foster healthy relationships with money and encourage them to become financially responsible adults and contributors to Hawai‘i’s resilient, vibrant future economy.