The Stock Market Game™

Each semester for ten weeks, 4th-12th grade students may participate in this simulation, which introduces them to the exciting world of investing and its role in the U.S. and world economies. The object of the program is to grow their hypothetical $100,000 portfolios as much as possible. Current events, social studies, economics, math and reading are integrated into this experience as teams use critical thinking skills to make wise investment decisions. A Winner's Luncheon is held each semester. To learn more about The Stock Market Game™, you may visit www.smgww.org.
For a list of The Stock Market Game Winners and Sponsors, please click here.


Economics Challenge Program Description

Teams of students representing high schools are invited to compete in a series of challenging tests of their economic understanding and reasoning abilities.  Participants compete in both individual and team categories.  There is no entry fee.

Who is eligible?

What are the Benefits to Students?

• The Challenge increases understanding of economic concepts and an appreciation for economic issues.
• The Challenge is an opportunity for an enjoyable and stimulating activity matching your team's understanding of economics with teams from other Arkansas schools.
• Cash awards and trophies are given to top scoring individuals and to the top two teams in each division.
• First place teams in both divisions receive an expense paid overnight trip to an Arkansas destination.
• All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt and certificate in recognition of their participation and a "free lunch."
• First place teams in each division advance to Regional Competition.  Regional winners advance to the National Competition in New York City.

What are the Benefits to Teachers?

• The Challenge motivates independent study and stimulates interest in economics and other social studies curricula.
• The Challenge enhances debate, discussion, and analytic skills.
• Cash awards and trophies are given to the advisors of the top two teams in each division.
• Teachers have the opportunity to interact with their peers during the Challenge.

Want to know more?

For a list of the 2008 Arkansas Economics Challenge winners and sponsors, please click here.

Bessie B. Moore Arkansas Awards Program
This awards program honors outstanding elementary and secondary teachers for their success in relating economic principles to students' real life experiences. Award winning teachers gain recognition and are honored at an awards ceremony held in Little Rock.
For a listing of the 2007 award winners and program sponsors, click here.
For a synopsis of each 2007 award-winning project, click here.
For a synopsis of each 2006 award-winning project, click here.
To download a Nomination Form, click here.
For an overview of the 2007-2008 Moore Awards Program, click here.
To download a 2007-08 Awards Entry Form, click here.
For examples of Award-winning projects and/or portions thereof, please click here.

Polly M. Jackson Master Economics Teachers (MET) Program
The MET program is a group of educators that are certified by Economics Arkansas to conduct EconomicsAmerica in-service meetings or workshops. They have demonstrated excellence in economic education in the classroom and are acknowledged as individuals who are informed, energetic and enthusiastic about economic education. If you would like additional information about securing the services of a MET for your school, please contact our office.