Elementary school uses stock market game to teach finances A Wisconsin elementary school used a stock-market simulation game to help teach students about financial literacy. The game -- Stock Market Simulation, sponsored by Economics Wisconsin -- is open to students in third through 12th grades. The students were given $100,000 in hypothetical money to invest over 10 weeks. A group of fourth-graders put together the best portfolio among 1,200 teams competing this year, with a 52% return on their investments. The Post-Crescent (Appleton, Wis.) (2/2)  | Empower Greater Teacher Effectiveness
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 | States keep the common core but change the moniker Officials in a few states are renaming the Common Core State Standards to put some distance between the controversy about the standards. In Florida, lawmakers are considering referring to them as the "Next Generation Sunshine State Standards" and Iowa already has decided to call the standards the "Iowa Core." The goal, some say, is to brand the standards as local -- pushing back against what some say is too much federal influence over education. The Washington Post (tiered subscription model) (1/30) | State plan boosts enrollment in career, technical programs High-school students in Kansas have access to free training at career and technical schools under a program launched by state leaders in 2012. So far, about 6,000 students have taken part in the program, which gives students access to college credit and industry certifications. The program seeks to boost graduates with technical training in high-need careers, such as certified nursing assistants, automotive technicians and computer-support technicians. The Wichita Eagle (Kan.) (1/29) Other News | Nev. board lowers passing grade for proficiency exams ahead of new tests Nevada will phase out four proficiency exams in reading, writing, math and science as they introduce end-of-course exams. Under the schedule adopted by the state's Board of Education, freshmen and those in classes to follow will take the new exams, while older students will adhere to previous graduation standards. The board also voted to lower the standard for passing math exams. Las Vegas Review-Journal (1/30) | Helping future teachers succeed Do you know a prospective teacher? NCTM's student membership is available for a limited time at a special rate of $10 off. All for as little as $32 per year -- more than 50% off the full individual membership -- you can receive all the benefits! Just mention code PTSB13 by Feb. 15. Not a member yourself? Let us thank you by offering $10 off a full individual membership; mention code PTSBM13. Thanks for helping us reach students now, while they are eligible for student rates!
Registration extended for Common Core Institutes NCTM has extended the registration for the 2014 NCTM Interactive Institute Winter Professional Development Series -- Cutting to the "Common Core" -- for one more week. With so many in-depth sessions, amazing speakers and valuable networking opportunities for PreK–12 teachers and school leaders, you won't want to miss this event. Register now to get the tools and resources you need to successfully align your teaching with the Common Core State Standards. Don't delay -- registration closes on Feb. 7! |  | Life has a funny way of becoming ordinary as soon as it can." -- Colm Tóibín, Irish writer | | | | NCTM SmartBrief aggregates published news and editorial content from diverse sources. The content of NCTM SmartBrief does not necessarily reflect the positions of NCTM or the views of its leadership, and the viewpoints expressed or implied should not be interpreted as official NCTM positions. | Please contact one of our specialists for advertising opportunities, editorial inquiries, job placements, or any other questions.
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