Advancing Economic and Financial Literacy Across Maryland
The ability to make informed financial decisions is essential in today’s world, yet the knowledge needed to do so often exceeds what many of us currently possess. Economic and financial illiteracy are pervasive challenges, but through dedicated education, they can be overcome. The Maryland Council on Economic Education is leading the charge to address these issues head-on.
Our primary focus is to collaborate with the education system to expand and enhance economic and financial instruction within Maryland’s schools, ensuring that students gain the skills and understanding necessary for lifelong financial success.
“The Maryland Council on Economic Education is a dedicated advocate for economic and financial education for Maryland ‘s students. The Council is committed to providing important support for the development of standards-based economics and personal finance curricula, teacher training programs, and lesson plans for teachers to use in their classrooms. For more than half a century, the Council has been a highly dependable and cooperative partner for Maryland schools.”
“As treasurer of the State of Maryland, I have made financial literacy one of my top priorities. When it comes to finances, it’s
not just about how much money you have, but how you manage it. And those skills need to be developed at a young age. Organizations like the Maryland Council on Economic Education are vital to our youth to ensure they acquire the necessary skills for a fast-paced, 21st century workforce. I look forward to partnership with this organization in the future.”