Fostering Financial Education in Maine Schools Conference

Join educators from across the state on May 8, 2026, at the Augusta Civic Center for the Maine Jump$tart Annual Conference. This year’s theme, “Teach, Share, Empower: Educators Empowering Educators,” highlights the innovation and expertise happening in our own classrooms. Attend engaging educator-led sessions, gain practical and ready-to-use resources, and connect with colleagues who understand the unique needs of Maine students. Leave inspired, supported, and equipped with strategies to strengthen financial education in your classroom and community.

Conference benefits:

100% teacher-led training, with extensive read-to-use resources, networking opportunities, and a chance to learn from state and national financial literacy experts and leaders.
Substitute teacher reimbursement made possible by our partners at the Council for Economic Education and VISA.
Exhibitors showcasing financial wellness tools, programs, and services.
Resource scavenger hunt, prizes, and fun!

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Conference Agenda

2025 Conference Materials

This two-day training opportunity included the Maine Jump$tart Annual Conference on May 9th and the Educator Essentials Forum hosted by VISA and the Council for Economic Education (CEE) on May 8th. Both events were free and held in Portland, Maine.

This conference continues to be Maine’s premiere financial education training event for K-12 educators, counselors, and those who support and champion financial wellness.