Arizona Council on Economic Education Launches ‘Invest in Girls’

Arizona Council on Economic Education launches Invest in Girls empowering high school females with essential financial skills, addressing gender disparities. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, February 15, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Arizona Council on Economic Education Launches ‘Invest in Girls‘ Program, Fostering Financial Careers for High School Females The Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE) proudly declares … Read more

ACEE’s Monica Martinez: ASU Loadstar Spotlight

Monica Martinez recognized in Alumni Spotlight - ASU Loadstar

December 12, 2023 — Since the beginning, Monica Martinez always found her passion in learning. As a born-and-raised Arizonan, she spent much of her career cultivating a love for her community. After graduating from the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College in Tempe, she found herself at the Peoria Unified School District — the same district she … Read more

Fifty Years of Empowering Students with Financial and Economic Skills

Scottsdale, ARIZONA – November 20, 2023 – The Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE) proudly marked its 50th anniversary during the vibrant festivities of the 10th annual Champions in Education event held on November 17th. The dynamic celebration, adorned with a Back to the Future 80s theme, drew the attendance of hundreds of Arizona’s prominent … Read more

ABC15 Nick Ciletti Hosts 10th Annual Champions In Education Gala

Photo of Nick Ciletti at the ACEE Champions in Education Gala

The Arizona Council on Education’s 10th Annual Champions in Education Gala was an 80s-fueled success, blending nostalgia with dedication. Powered by enthusiastic supporters, Aqua Net, and shoulder pads, the event celebrated Educators of the Year finalists for their outstanding contributions to education. The night, reminiscent of a time-traveling adventure, left attendees with unforgettable memories and … Read more

Teresa Mungai, ACEE Director of Teacher Programs, receives Friend of Arizona Geographic Alliance (AzGA) Award

Teresa Mungai receives a certificate.

ACEE Director of Teacher Programs, Teresa Mungai, has been honored with the “Friend of AzGA Award” by the Arizona Geographic Alliance (AzGA) for her exceptional contributions to geography education in Arizona. Teresa, in her roles at the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) and the Arizona Council of Economic Education, has been instrumental in expanding the … Read more

Centennial High School Student Athlete Unites Community in Action

Teenage boy is talking to a young girl about financial literacy.

Initiative promotes student financial literacy at Peoria Unified Centennial High School freshman athlete Frankie Martinez is spearheading an initiative to promote financial literacy among his peers in the Peoria Unified School District. Martinez and a group of Centennial football athletes will share their knowledge with the Glendale, Arizona Cactus High School Fall Athletics program and … Read more

10th Annual Champions in Education Celebrates 50 Years of Empowering Students

Photos of the 5 Arizona Economic Education Teacher of the Year Finalists

The Arizona Council on Economic Education (ACEE) will celebrate its 50th anniversary at the 10th annual Champions in Education event on November 17th. ACEE has been committed to fostering financial and economic literacy skills among Arizona K-12 students, and this milestone highlights its impactful journey. The event honors the dedicated Arizona educators who initiated the economic education movement … Read more