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Classroom Speaker Request Forms Are Now Available

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

Online request forms for Classroom Plus and Financial Matters speakers are now available. Teachers can begin requesting volunteer classroom speakers on a variety of topics including job skills, career exploration, and financial literacy. Classroom speakers are business professionals who will work together with educators to bridge the gap between lessons learned in the classroom and skills needed for students’ future lives and careers. These knowledgeable volunteers complement your curriculum by engaging students in experiential learning. The newest presentation in the Financial Matters series, Income Tax, teaches students about this specific type of tax and how it could affect them.

Teachers Excelled During the Technology Integration Workshop

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

The BestPrep Technology Integration Workshop took place July 31 – August 3 with 61 teachers from across Minnesota strengthening their technology integration skills. During the Workshop, each attendee developed a technology-infused unit plan. That means that more than 7,500 students will have a more engaging classroom experience as those teachers use this newly-developed unit plan. Participating educators also visited corporate workplaces hosted by volunteer business partners and participated in a half-day job shadow allowing them to see the inside of their workplace and understand the workflow, the environment, and culture of their business.

Oct 24 Educational Forum Registration Now Open

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

Alan Page will highlight the 2017 BestPrep Educational Forum on October 24 at the Saint Paul RiverCentre. Registration is now open and we invite you to attend this exciting event! Following Mr. Page’s keynote address, “Tomorrow’s Leaders: Why Character Matters”, the CEO of Ecolab, Doug Baker, will join the program for a dialogue moderated my emcee Jason DeRusha. The 2017 Educational Forum continues the tradition of bringing in national and international speakers to address current issues in education.

Volunteer in the Classroom This Fall

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

If you are interested in making a direct impact on the lives of students, sign up as a volunteer classroom speaker through BestPrep. Dedicating just an hour of your time, you can share what it’s like to work in your career field, how to develop soft skills, and teach financial literacy concepts. The Classroom Plus and Financial Matters programs are seeking new volunteers interested in preparing students with business, career, and financial literacy skills.

MBV: We Got the Loan!

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

Minnesota Business Venture (MBV) is a summer residential opportunity for high school students. This summer marks the 37th summer for the program. 324 students from all over Minnesota took a week out of their summer to learn about career readiness, financial literacy, and business, while forming new friendships. Students were divided into teams to work through creating a fictitious company and developing a sales pitch for a new product. The finale of camp occurred when students present their product in “Shark Tank” fashion to a panel of volunteers acting as venture capitalists.

Investment in Vision: Wells Fargo’s Remarkable Support of BestPrep’s Programs

Publish on August 16, 2017 Categories -

More than 40 years ago, Wells Fargo and BestPrep established a partnership that has been characterized by a unique enthusiasm for championing new ideas. On many occasions, funding from Wells Fargo has served as a fundamental springboard for BestPrep to pioneer programs and advance our mission. Wells Fargo boldly stepped up as an early partner in the rollout of BestPrep’s eMentors program, Technology Integration Workshop, and more recently, the launch of our Cloud Coach pilot at North High School.

SJU 2017: Day Five – Let’s Get Down to Business!

Publish on July 27, 2017 Categories -

There was a warm breeze this morning while getting ready for the last full day of camp! Everyone was busy eating breakfast and rushing back to their company rooms preparing for their big presentation. The pressure has built up and each camper was working hard finishing up any final touches to enhance their product. But […]

SJU 2017: Day Four — Final Countdown

Publish on July 26, 2017 Categories -

It’s already Wednesday, and we are well into the swing of Minnesota Business Venture. Campers enjoyed their last full day of working on their business plans before presenting them to a panel of judges tomorrow to ask for a loan. The day began with our entrepreneurial shareholder’s address from Tyler Olson, a MBV alum. He […]