UT Masters Investment Learning Center Stock Market Game
Grades: 4th – 12th
The UT Masters Investment Learning Center Stock Market Game introduces students to the American economy and business system. Register now for the 2011-2012 fall game click here . Trading will begin September 6. Schools / students can win great prizes. Przies will be awarded for both junior and senior divisions for both fall and spring semesters. If you have any questions email ppayne2@utk.edu or nie@knoxnews.com for more information.
Knoxvillebiz.com, the News Sentinel’s business news website, offers the latest local, state, national and international news and investing information, including real-time stock and mutual fund quotes and historic data. Knoxvillebiz.com means business.
1st & 10 Football Fun – Grades: 3 – 12
Students compete in a friendly game of football. Points are scored by using the News Sentinel to answer questions on specific topics. Each team has four downs to advance their football and score a touchdown. Click here to download instructions, play cards and game board.
Grades: 2-12
NewsCurrents is available throughout the school year. It features weekly newspaper activities, a news story of the week with a quiz and “Who am I?” – a mystery photo of a person the students try to identify. Web Research provides a means to further explore the news story featured or discover more about the mystery person.
Provides a wealth of learning resources for teachers, students and parents.
Building Blocks of Writing Workshop - Grades K – 12
Writing is one of the most useful skills taught in classrooms today. And yet, classroom teachers are often underprepared to integrate writing into all subject areas. Get inspired and energized about teaching writing through a one-day workshop where you will receive high quality writing resources which can be immediately used in the classroom with little teacher preparation. During this fun -filled, fast-paced, and highly interactive workshop you’ll be introduced to practical techniques you and your students can use on all types of writing assignments.
Friday, July 9, 2010 – 8:30am – 3:00 pm at News Sentinel – 2332 News Sentinel Dr. – Knoxville, TN 3792. Registration Fee: $10.00 per participant – includes teaching materials and lunch.
To register email nie@knoxnews.com your name, school name, and phone number.
