Register for the 2026 $tart $mart Teacher Summit today!

In accordance with Utah Code 53E-3-505 (2)(a), the state board is tasked with integrating financial and economic literacy into K–12 instruction by coordinating with core standards like mathematics and social studies. To support this mission, the USBE has officially developed the Utah K-8 General Financial Literacy (GFL) Concepts and you will be the very first to see them!

Join us at the 2026 $tart $mart Teacher Summit! This full-day Professional Development event is designed specifically to empower educators like you, to teach financial literacy in an age-appropriate, engaging way for your students!

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Utah Capitol North Conference Center Building (In-person)
Cost: $20 on Eventbrite to save your seat
Stipend: YES!!! Teachers will receive a $50 check, mailed to them after attending!
PD Credit: YES!!! 7 relicensure points through the Utah State Board of Education!

What to expect:

The Big Reveal: Be the first to explore the new Utah K-8 GFL Concepts.
Hands-on Workshops: Ideas for integrating concepts like saving, budgeting, earning, and investing into reading, math, and social studies.
Networking: Connect with fellow passionate teachers and financial education experts.
Ready-to-Use Resources: Recharge, share best practices, and leave with tools you can use on day one.