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Financial Literacy for Beginning Teachers
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Imperial 3 - HYATT
The journey of a new teacher is both rewarding and challenging. As they step into the classroom to shape young minds, they are also faced with the realities of managing their personal finances. Recognizing this need, we are excited to dedicate a session on financial literacy specifically designed for beginning teachers. The primary objective of this session is to equip new teachers with essential financial knowledge and skills so they can effectively manage their finances, navigate loan repayments, plan for the future and achieve financial stability. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experienced financial advisors and educators who can provide personalized guidance and support. Let’s empower our educators not only in the classroom but also in their financial lives.
Speakers
avatar for Belinda Cartwright

Belinda Cartwright

With a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Lethbridge, Belinda dedicated 25 years to shaping young minds within the Rocky View Schools, first at the middle school level teaching English and Social Studies, then teaching English at the high school level. In June 2023... Read More →
avatar for David Patayanikorn-Fithen

David Patayanikorn-Fithen

David had a successful 18-year career with both Edmonton Public and Rocky View Schools, primarily focusing on science but also teaching math, physical education, and CTS. In his last five years, he served as an assistant principal, contributing to the opening of two new schools. David's... Read More →
Friday February 21, 2025 11:40 - 12:40 MST
Imperial 3 - HYATT Hyatt
  Professional Issues (TQS 6) [emerging topics - teacher career, ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   retirement, ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12) |   wellness], ECE (Pre K-K), Div1 (Gr 1-3), Div2 (Gr 4-6), Div3 (Gr 7-9), Div4 (Gr 10-12)

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