The new school year is right around the corner, and with it comes fresh opportunities to inspire your students, try new strategies, and make your life just a little easier in the process. That's exactly why we are hosting the NGPF Back to School Virtual Conference on Saturday, August 23, 2025. 

 This year, along with the keynote speaker, one session you can't miss is: 

Teaching Smarter with AI: A Panel Discussion 

What if you could save hours each week while creating more engaging, personalized lessons for your students? In this session, you'll hear from three personal finance teachers - Erin Ferris, Melissa Gordon, and Jacqueline Collins - who are using AI in their classrooms successfully. 

They'll share: 

• Real-world examples of AI tools that actually work for teachers
• Time-saving tips to speed up lesson planning, grading, and content creation 
• Ideas to boost engagement using AI tools 
• Strategies to handle the tricky stuff such as navigating ethical concerns to staying within district guidelines 

NGPF Back to School Virtual Conference 2025 

An interactive event that will equip you with practical tools, classroom-ready resources, and the confidence you need to start the school year strong. 

     Date: Saturday, August 23, 2025

     Location: Online, attend from anywhere 

     Cost: Free!

Click here to explore our lineup of 16 interactive sessions 

Bonus raffle: Attend three or more sessions during the conference and you'll be entered into a raffle to win one of twenty $100 Amazon gift cards - perfect for stocking up on classroom supplies! 

About the Author

Amanda Volz

Amanda joins the NGPF Team with over 20 years of experience teaching personal finance. During that time, she led her students to hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships, won multiple awards, and most importantly, impacted the financial lives of thousands of high school students. Amanda prides herself on being an educational leader and is constantly looking for innovative ways to make the classroom relevant, rigorous, and fun. She is a passionate advocate for financial education and has been a long-time member of the NGPF community. Fun fact - Amanda was NGPF’s first teacher account! When Amanda isn’t working, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and traveling with her husband and two children.

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