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Master Teacher Programs

MCEE currently offers FOUR state certificate programs where Mississippi teachers can earn an endorsement on their teaching license for completion. Subject areas offered are Economics, Personal Finance, Entrepreneurship and College and Career Readiness. Please see below for qualifications and additional information.

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Master Teacher of Economics

Earn the 193 Economics Endorsement!

The Master Teacher of Economics (MTE) is our flagship program, created to bridge the gap between what educators know and what they need to know. In addition to improving teaching skills, the MTE improves a teacher’s ability and practice of being a good critical thinker. MTEs will have more ability and confidence to empower their students’ critical thinking capacity to make better choices as they plan their personal finance goals. Successful MTEs will understand why economics education is valuable and learn how to present the content in an engaging manner; have the ability to mentor students in making economic and personal finance decisions; articulate answers to the essential questions related to making college and career ready decisions; recognize good economics informational text; and improve in structuring learning experiences. The MTE was developed to be an example that teachers could replicate in their classrooms to meet best practices in engaging students to integrate critical thinking into their lives.

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Who is the MTE for?

The MTE program has been designed for Mississippi teachers of the following grade levels/subject areas:


  • 9-12 Economics
  • 9-12 US History
  • 9-12 Government
  • 9-12 Business
  • 9-12 Personal Finance
  • 6-8 Social Studies
  • 6-8 Business

*Acceptance is not guaranteed. 

*No elementary level teachers will be accepted to this program.

What's in it for you?

Teachers accepted to the program who successfully complete the course will be provided with the following within 30 days of the course completion date: 


  • 7.5 CEUs
  • Access to student course shell
  • $500 stipend: Payable only to eligible teachers. See payment schedule below.
  • 193 economics endorsement on license (Click here to see qualifications)

*Payment Schedule: 

  • Teachers that successfully complete the MTE program will receive $250 within 30 days of the last day of the program.
  • Teachers will receive an additional $250 within 30 days after the teacher has students compete in the online Economics Challenge.
  • MTE's who are assigned to teach a one semester economics course will receive an additional $500 at the end of their first full semester teaching economics post MTE completion, if all criteria from the  agreement have been met.

What to expect

Schedule:

  • The MTE is an online course (estimated 75 hours)
  • Synchronous- Virtual Orientation via Zoom; Attendance and full participation in orientation  with your camera on is required. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Asynchronous- Work on your own schedule with assignments completed by the posted end date of course.

Requirements:

  • Submit online application
  • Agreement to cancellation policy
  • If accepted, a contract will be provided to you and your principal to sign. Click here to view a sample contract.
  • Attendance and full participation in the Virtual Orientation Session with your camera on
  • Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet)
  • Ability to download and upload documents
  • Microphone and camera




Implementation

Our sponsors strongly believe in the importance of providing high quality economics instruction to Mississippi students. Their support is provided with the expectation that you will work to incorporate what you learn in your classroom, including participation with your

students in the Online Economics Challenge.


Once you have completed the MTE program you will be required to participate in the Online Economics Challenge within 1 year. 

Winter 2025 Class for Teachers in Title I Schools

This class of the MTE program is being offered for teachers at Title I Schools only (and any CTE teacher if space allows). 


When: February 8, 2025 - April 30, 2025

  • Synchronous- Orientation; Virtual via Zoom- Saturday February 8, 2025 from 8:30am-12:30pm**
  • Asynchronous- Assignments completed by April 30, 2025

**Attendance and full participation in orientation with your camera ON is required. NO EXCEPTIONS.


Registration Deadline: January 24, 2025


ONLY 20 spots available! Priority will be given to teachers of high school Economics and US History at rural Title I schools and any CTE Business program that register no later than 12/15/24. After this date, if the class is not full, teachers of other subject areas will be considered for acceptance. See "Eligibility" tab for more info. 



MCEE Cancellation Policy for MTE: MCEE is now implementing a policy to collect credit card billing information in advance to collect the cancellation fee in the event that this policy is violated. 


If teachers that accept their seat in the program by submitting the provided contract, attend orientation and complete the program, the card will never be charged. However, teachers that do not attend orientation or complete the program by the designated end date will be charged $250 and dropped from the program.  


Testimonials

Devonte

June 2024
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I will apply EVERYTHING I learned from this course next school year!

Lashekia

June 2024
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The MTE has had a profound impact on my teaching practice, equipping me with the knowledge, confidence, and innovative strategies necessary to effectively teach economics.

Michael

June 2024
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I feel more confident in explaining concepts that I wasn't able to before!

MCEE is pleased to provide the student course component of our Master Teacher Courses in the areas of College and Career Readiness, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Finance. The student courses are available at no cost to K-12 Mississippi Educators. Course content is available upon request and is easily imported into the following learning management systems: Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology. Instructional videos and technical support are provided.

Access Free Resources Here

By the numbers

44

Teachers Trained in FY24

931

Teachers Trained Program to Date

80%

Increase in Preparedness to Teach Economics

Thank you to our Sponsors


Master Teacher of Entrepreneurship

Earn the 915 Entrepreneurship Endorsement!

In addition to improving teaching skills, the Master Teacher of Entrepreneurship (MTEnt) course improves a teacher’s ability and practice of being a good critical thinker. MTEnts will have more ability and confidence to empower their students’ critical thinking capacity to make better choices as they create and pursue economic opportunities. Successful MTEnts will understand why entrepreneurship education is valuable for all students and learn how to present the content in an engaging manner; learn how to mentor students in the process of developing, testing, and launching a business idea; recognize good entrepreneurship informational text; and improve in structuring learning experiences. The MTEnt was developed to be an example that teachers could replicate in their classrooms to meet best practices in engaging students to integrate critical thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset in their lives.

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Who is the MTEnt for?

The MTEnt program has been designed for teachers of the following grade levels:


  • 6-8 
  • 9-12

*Acceptance is not guaranteed. 

*No elementary level teachers will be accepted to this program.

What's in it for you?

Teachers accepted to the program who successfully complete the course will be provided with the following within 30 days of the course completion date: 


  • 7.5 CEUs
  • Access to student course shell
  • $250 stipend. Payable only to eligible teachers. See payment schedule below.
  • 915 entrepreneurship endorsement on license (Click here to see qualifications)

*Payment Schedule: 

  • Teachers that successfully complete the MTEnt program will receive $100 within 30 days of the last day of the program.
  • Teachers will receive an additional $150 within 30 days after the teacher has submitted their implementation survey.

What to expect

The program syllabus below provides an overview of the topics, objectives, and assignments covered throughout the course. This serves as a guide for students to understand the course structure and expectations. Please note that the syllabus is subject to change to accommodate the evolving needs of the class and ensure the most relevant and up-to-date information is provided.


  • Sample Syllabus

Requirements:

  • Submit online application
  • Agreement to cancellation policy
  • If accepted, a contract will be provided to you and your principal to sign. Click here to view a sample contract.
  • Attendance and full participation in the Virtual Orientation Session with your camera on
  • Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet)
  • Ability to download and upload documents
  • Microphone and camera


Schedule:

  • The MTEnt is an online course (estimated 75 hours)
  • Synchronous- Virtual Orientation via Zoom; Attendance and full participation in orientation is required. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Asynchronous- Work on your own schedule with assignments completed by the posted end date of course.



Implementation

Our sponsors strongly believe in the importance of providing high quality entrepreneurship instruction to Mississippi students. Their support is provided with the expectation that you will work to incorporate what you learn in your classroom. 


Teachers will be surveyed at the end of the school year for documentation of implementation in their classroom

NOT CURRENTLY SCHEDULED

The MTEnt program is offered annually in the summer from June-July. Please subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter to be notified when a new program is scheduled. 



MCEE Cancellation Policy for MTEnt: MCEE is now implementing a policy to collect credit card billing information in advance to collect the cancellation fee in the event that this policy is violated. 


If teachers that accept their seat in the program by submitting the provided contract, attend orientation and complete the program, the card will never be charged. However, teachers that do not attend orientation or complete the program by the designated end date will be charged $250 and dropped from the program.


  

Testimonials

Meredith

July 2023
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The MTEnt program was extremely valuable in preparing me to teach an engaging, student-centered class in entrepreneurship. 

Beverly

July 2023
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The MTEnt program is a great tool for teachers to help students realize their potential and take action to turn their dreams into reality.

Minuette

June 2024
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This was an awesome program!!! 

MCEE is pleased to provide the student course component of our Master Teacher Courses in the areas of College and Career Readiness, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Finance. The student courses are available at no cost to K-12 Mississippi Educators. Course content is available upon request and is easily imported into the following learning management systems: Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology. Instructional videos and technical support are provided.

Access Free Resources Here

By the numbers

16

Teachers Trained in FY24

368

Teachers Trained Program to Date

125%

Increase in Preparedness to Teach Entrepreneurship

Thank you to our Sponsors


Master Teacher of Personal Finance

Earn the 941 Personal Finance Endorsement!

In addition to improving teaching skills, the MTPF course enhances a teacher’s ability to be a good critical thinker. MTPFs gain greater ability and confidence to empower their students' critical thinking skills, enabling them to make better choices as they plan their personal finance goals. Successful MTPFs will understand the value of personal finance education and learn how to present the content in an engaging manner; mentor students in making informed personal finance decisions; articulate answers to essential questions related to college and career readiness; recognize quality personal finance informational text; and improve their ability to structure learning experiences. The MTPF course, developed as a replicable model for teachers, exemplifies best practices in engaging students and fostering critical thinking in their lives. This program is offered in partnership with the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, Memphis Branch, and the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, New Orleans Branch.

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Who is the MTPF for?

The MTPF program has been designed for Mississippi teachers of the following grade levels:


  • 9-12 Personal Finance 
  • 9-12 Economics 
  • 6-12 Business 
  • 6-12 Math 
  • 6-12 Family & Consumer Science 

*Acceptance is not guaranteed.

*No elementary level teachers will be accepted to this program.

What's in it for you?

Teachers accepted to the program who successfully complete the course will be provided with the following within 30 days of the course completion date: 


  • 7.5 CEUs
  • Access to student course shell
  • $250 stipend. Payable only to eligible teachers. See payment schedule below. 
  • 941 personal finance endorsement on license (Click here to see qualifications)

*Payment Schedule: 

  • Teachers that successfully complete the MTPF program will receive $100 within 30 days of the last day of the program.
  • Teachers will receive an additional $150 within 30 days after the teacher has students compete in the online Personal Finance  Challenge.


What to expect

The program syllabus  below provides an overview of the topics, objectives, and assignments covered throughout the course. This serves as a guide for students to understand the course structure and expectations. Please note that the syllabus is subject to change to accommodate the evolving needs of the class and ensure the most relevant and up-to-date information is provided.


  • Sample Syllabus

Requirements:

  • Submit online application
  • Agreement to cancellation policy
  • If accepted, a contract will be provided to you and your principal to sign. Click here to view a sample contract.
  • Attendance and full participation in the Virtual Orientation Session with your camera on
  • Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet)
  • Ability to download and upload documents
  • Microphone and camera


Schedule:

  • The MTPF is an online course (estimated 75 hours)
  • Synchronous- Virtual Orientation via Zoom; Attendance and full participation in orientation is required. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Asynchronous- Work on your own schedule with assignments completed by the posted end date of course.



Implementation

Our sponsors strongly believe in the importance of providing high quality personal finance instruction to Mississippi students. Their support is provided with the expectation that you will work to incorporate what you learn in your classroom, including participation with your

students in the Personal Finance Challenge.


Once you have completed the MTPF program you will be required to participate in the Online Personal Finance Challenge within 1 year. 

NOT CURRENTLY SCHEDULED

The MTPF program is offered annually in the summer from June-July. Please subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter to be notified when a new program is scheduled. 



MCEE Cancellation Policy for MTPF: MCEE is now implementing a policy to collect credit card billing information in advance to collect the cancellation fee in the event that this policy is violated. 


If teachers that accept their seat in the program by submitting the provided contract, attend orientation and complete the program, the card will never be charged. However, teachers that do not attend orientation or complete the program by the designated end date will be charged $250 and dropped from the program.

  

Testimonials

Sonya

June 2024
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This course is SO NEEDED by today's youth. It makes personal finance relatable to students and gives them a healthy start to adult finances!!

Davona

June 2024
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This course did an outstanding job of pulling together the financial concepts needed for “adulting.” The layout of the course and the materials included provide a perfect foundation for teaching personal finance to others.

Courtney

June 2024
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Every aspect of this course touches on what students need to know to make it in this world today. 

MCEE is pleased to provide the student course component of our Master Teacher Courses in the areas of College and Career Readiness, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Finance. The student courses are available at no cost to K-12 Mississippi Educators. Course content is available upon request and is easily imported into the following learning management systems: Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology. Instructional videos and technical support are provided.

Access Free Resources Here

By the numbers

29

Teachers Trained in FY24

323

Teachers Trained Program to Date

80%

Increase in Preparedness to Teach Personal Finance

Thank you to our Sponsors


Master Teacher of College & Career Readiness

Earn the 942 College & Career Readiness Endorsement!

 In addition to improving teaching skills, the Master Teacher of College and Career Readiness (MTCCR) improves a teacher’s ability and practice of being a good critical thinker. MTCCRs will have more ability and confidence to empower their students’ critical thinking capacity to make better choices as they prepare to leave high school and enter the workforce, military or post-secondary education. Successful MTCCRs will understand why personal finance education is valuable and learn how to present the content in an engaging manner; learn how to use materials created by Get2College to mentor students in the process of planning for and applying for college; have the ability to mentor students in making decisions on next steps after high school; articulate answers to the essential questions of what is after high school and why different choices make sense for different students; recognize good personal finance informational text; improve in structuring learning experiences, and improve on professional evaluations. The MTCCR was developed to be an example that teachers could replicate in their classrooms to meet best practices in engaging students to integrate the economic way of thinking into their lives.

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Who is the MTCCR for?

The MTCCR program has been designed for Mississippi teachers of the following grade levels/subject areas:


  • 9-12 College & Career Readiness
  • 9-12 Work Based Learning
  • 9-12 JROTC 3
  • 9-12 JROTC 4
  • Career Coaches (if space allows)

*Acceptance is not guaranteed. 

*No elementary or middle school teachers will be accepted to this program.

What's in it for you?

Teachers accepted to the program who successfully complete the course will be provided with the following within 30 days of the course completion date: 


  • 7.5 CEUs
  • Access to student course shell
  • $250 stipend. Payable only to eligible teachers. See payment schedule below.
  • 942 College & Career Readiness  endorsement on license (Click here to see qualifications)

*Payment Schedule: 

  • Teachers that successfully complete the MTPF program will receive $100 within 30 days of the last day of the program.
  • Teachers will receive an additional $150 within 30 days after the teacher has students compete in the online Personal Finance  Challenge.

What to expect

The program syllabus below provides an overview of the topics, objectives, and assignments covered throughout the course. This serves as a guide for students to understand the course structure and expectations. Please note that the syllabus is subject to change to accommodate the evolving needs of the class and ensure the most relevant and up-to-date information is provided.


  • Sample Syllabus

Requirements:

  • Submit online application
  • Agreement to cancellation policy
  • If accepted, a contract will be provided to you and your principal to sign. Click here to view a sample contract.
  • Attendance and full participation in the Virtual Orientation Session with your camera on
  • Web-connected device (e.g., computer, tablet)
  • Ability to download and upload documents
  • Microphone and camera


Schedule:

  • The MTCCR is an online course (estimated 75 hours)
  • Synchronous- Virtual Orientation via Zoom; Attendance and full participation in orientation is required. NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Asynchronous- Work on your own schedule with assignments completed by the posted end date of course.



Implementation

Our sponsors strongly believe in the importance of providing high quality economics instruction to Mississippi students. Their support is provided with the expectation that you will work to incorporate what you learn in your classroom, including participation with your

students in the Personal Finance Challenge.


Once you have completed the MTCCR program you will be required to participate in the Online Personal Finance Challenge within 1 year. 

NOT CURRENTLY SCHEDULED

The MTCCR program is offered annually in the summer from June-July. Please subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter to be notified when a new program is scheduled. 



MCEE Cancellation Policy for MTCCR: MCEE is now implementing a policy to collect credit card billing information in advance to collect the cancellation fee in the event that this policy is violated. 


If teachers that accept their seat in the program by submitting the provided contract, attend orientation and complete the program, the card will never be charged. However, teachers that do not attend orientation or complete the program by the designated end date will be charged $250 and dropped from the program.


  

Testimonials

Tiffany

June 2024
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This course changed my life. There is so much information that I can share with my students as well as apply in my own everyday life. Every teacher that plans to teach CCR should be required to go through this course. 

Hemant

June 2024
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This MTCCR course was one of the most informative and innovative courses that I've taken in years. The instructors and information shared were on point for instructing for success. 

Kelly

June 2024
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In my opinion, this course is the most critical course there is when it comes to making sure that students have what they need to make the best decision they can upon graduation. 

MCEE is pleased to provide the student course component of our Master Teacher Courses in the areas of College and Career Readiness, Economics, Entrepreneurship, and Personal Finance. The student courses are available at no cost to K-12 Mississippi Educators. Course content is available upon request and is easily imported into the following learning management systems: Canvas, Google Classroom, Schoology. Instructional videos and technical support are provided.

Access Free Resources Here

By the numbers

33

Teachers Trained in FY24

339

Teachers Trained Program to Date

125%

Increase in Preparedness to Teach CCR

Thank you to our Sponsors

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