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#2024K5E3

We are excited to again provide an extraordinary professional learning experience just for kindergarten through fifth grade teachers...the K-5 Economic Education Expo (#K5E3)! This year’s event will be held in-person on the campus of the Georgia State University in Atlanta.

The purpose of this conference is to inspire and equip educators to teach the Grades K-5 economic and personal finance standards effectively with reliable resources and engaging instructional strategies. Our hope is that you will leave this event refreshed and energized to teach this vital subject with confidence and enthusiasm.

What We Will Provide Each Participant:

•  High quality professional learning sessions led by GCEE, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, GaDOE, Booth Western Art Museum, and more
•   All instructional resources shared during presentations, including picture books and digital materials
•   Overnight accommodations in dorms on Georgia State University for the nights of June 10 and 11
  • Participants staying overnight will need to bring their own toiletries.
  • Only participants of this conference are allowed to stay in the accommodations we provide.
  • *It is not mandatory to use these accommodations to participate in this event. We want to provide this for you as a courtesy, not a requirement.*
•   Breakfast and lunch on-campus both June 11 and 12
•   Dinner off-campus in Atlanta the evening of June 11
•   A tour of the famous Oakland Cemetary with an econ twist after dinner on June 11
•   A fun and relaxing opportunity to hang out and learn with other fabulous teachers like yourself

General Schedule (May be adjusted slightly):

•  June 10 (2:00pm-5:30pm):
  • Check-in (pick up conference pack and get settled in dorm room; dinner on your own)
•  June 11: 
  • 7:45am-8:45am ~ Breakfast (on-campus)
  • 9:00am-12:00pm ~ Conference sessions
  • 12:00pm-12:55pm ~ Lunch (on-campus)
  • 1:00pm~3:00pm ~ Conference sessions
  • 6:00pm-9:00pm ~ Dinner off-campus in Atlanta/Oakland Cemetary tour afterward 
•  June 12
  • 7:45am-8:45am ~ Breakfast (on-campus)
  • 9:00am-11:30am ~ Conference sessions
  • 12:00pm-12:55pm ~ Lunch (on-campus)
  • 1:00pm~2:50pm ~ Conference sessions
  • 3:00pm-3:30pm ~ Wrap up and deposit checks returned to participants

There is no registration fee, but we do require a $50 check from you to hold your spot. This check will be returned to you at the conclusion of the conference. Money orders and digital transactions (Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, etc.) cannot be accepted.

To Register:

•  Part 1 - Click the blue button above and complete the online form.
•  Part 2 - Mail a personal or cashier's check for $50 payable to "GCEE" at the address below to hold your spot. This exact check will be handed back to you at the conclusion of the conference before you head home. No money orders or digital transactions

Georgia Council on Economic Education

c/o Angie Battle (K5E3)

1217 Creek Crossing Drive

McDonough, GA 30252

*Due to the current state of the U.S. Postal Service in Atlanta, we are opting to have you send your deposit check to this address instead of our main office. Thanks for understanding.

•  Please note...Registration is not finalized until the check for $50 made out to GCEE is received and a confirmation email is sent to you. Your spot is not guaranteed until we receive your deposit check. Thanks for understanding.
•  Registration (including the $50 deposit) deadline is May 17, 2024 OR when all forty conference spots are filled, whichever comes first. This is a first-come, first-served registration process. We will have a waiting list, but it is best to register and submit your deposit as soon as possible.

Cancellation Policy:

•  Cancellation by May 31, 2024 - Your check will be mailed back to you.
•  Cancellation after May 31, 2024 - Your check will not be returned to you.
•  Please email jbattle15@gsu.edu if you need to cancel.

Please contact Angie Battle at jbattle15@gsu.edu if you have any questions. We can't wait to see you in Atlanta in June!