Mississippi Council on Economic Education to Host Forum on American Enterprise Featuring Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Selena Swartzfager

Mississippi Council on Economic Education to Host Forum on American Enterprise Featuring Raphael Bostic, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Jackson, MS – August 26, 2024 - The Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) is proud to announce its upcoming Forum on American Enterprise on Friday, October 18, 2024, from noon to 1:00 PM at the Jackson Convention Complex. This highly anticipated event will feature a keynote address from Raphael Bostic, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta.


The event will include a fireside chat moderated by Royal Aills, Executive Director of Mississippi Public Broadcasting, providing an engaging platform for discussion on key issues impacting the American economy.


In addition to the keynote, the program will spotlight Mississippi students who have demonstrated excellence in economic and personal finance education. These students represent the future leaders in our community, and their achievements highlight the critical importance of economic education in our schools. The 2024 Mississippi Economics Teacher of the Year will also be named and celebrated.


Tickets and Sponsorship
Seats are available through table sponsorships or individual tickets, which can be reserved online at the following link: https://mscee.app.neoncrm.com/event.jsp?event=402&. All proceeds from the event will support MCEE’s mission to provide quality professional development for K-12 teachers in Mississippi, focusing on economics, personal finance, and entrepreneurial leadership. The impact of these programs extends directly to the students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the 21st-century economy.


About the Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE)
MCEE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving economic and financial literacy among Mississippi’s students. By providing professional development and resources to educators, MCEE empowers teachers to deliver effective instruction in economics, personal finance, and entrepreneurship, ultimately fostering a more informed and economically responsible generation.


About Raphael Bostic
Raphael Bostic has served as President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta since 2017. A distinguished economist and policy leader, Bostic brings a wealth of experience in urban economics, housing finance, and economic development. Prior to his role at the Federal Reserve, he held various academic and government positions, including at the University of Southern California and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Bostic is widely recognized for his commitment to advancing economic opportunities for all Americans and addressing issues of inequality within the financial system.

Join us on October 18th for a unique opportunity to hear from one of the nation’s leading voices on economic policy and to support the future of economic education in Mississippi.


For more information, please visit www.mscee.org or contact Selena Swartzfager at 601-974-1091 or swartsc@millsaps.edu.


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Mississippi Council on Economic Education
1701 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39210

www.mscee.org

601-974-1325

mscee@millsaps.edu

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By Selena Swartzfager • March 3, 2025
JACKSON, MS – March 3, 2025 - The Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) is excited to announce the upcoming Economics Challenge and Personal Finance Challenge, set to take place on April 8 and April 10 respectively at Mississippi Public Broadcasting. These competitions will bring together top-performing student teams from across the state to showcase their knowledge in economics and personal finance. Students from across Mississippi have the opportunity to demonstrate their financial literacy and economic understanding through these engaging and competitive challenges. The highest-performing teams from regional competitions will advance to the state challenges in April, where they will compete for the chance to represent Mississippi at the national level. Teachers and students interested in participating can find more information and register at www.mscee.org. MCEE is grateful to State Farm for their generous support as the lead sponsor for both the Economics Challenge and the Personal Finance Challenge. State Farm’s commitment to financial education extends beyond these competitions, as they are also sponsoring two Family Financial Fun Nights—one in Jackson and one in Biloxi this fall. Through a total contribution of $30,000, State Farm is helping to promote financial literacy and economic education for students and families throughout Mississippi. “We are incredibly thankful to State Farm for their continued investment in the financial education of Mississippi’s students and families,” said Selena Swartzfager, President of MCEE. “Their support allows us to provide valuable learning experiences that empower students with the skills they need to succeed in life. We get excited about competition in sports and we should have the same passion about competition in academics. “ First and second place teams at the State Challenges received college scholarships. These teams will also compete in a televised quiz bowl to be shown on Mississippi Public Broadcasting later this year. For more information about the Economics Challenge, the Personal Finance Challenge, and upcoming Family Financial Fun Nights, please visit www.mscee.org. About Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) MCEE is dedicated to increasing economic and financial literacy in Mississippi by providing resources and training to K-12 educators, empowering students to create a more prosperous future for themselves and Mississippi. Our purpose is to enhance the quality of instruction in economics, entrepreneurship, and personal finance to Mississippi’s K-12 students in ways that are academically sound and nonpartisan. We train educators to be proficient in teaching students a demonstrated understanding of economic and financial literacy in order to make informed financial decisions throughout their lives. ### Selena Swartzfager, President Mississippi Council on Economic Education 1701 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39210 601-937-1424 MSCEE@millsaps.edu  www.mscee.org https://www.instagram.com/mseconeducation/ https://www.facebook.com/mseconeducation/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/mseconeducation/

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By Selena Swartzfager • December 9, 2024
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