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Breaking news! MBA Research Conclave: A Curriculum and Teaching Conference will become a key part of ACTE’s CareerTech VISION conference beginning in 2026 in New Orleans as ACTE celebrates its 100th anniversary!
In case you missed our AI webinar, you still have a chance to learn more about AI in your classroom! ACTE is hosting a free webinar “Using AI in the CTE Classroom” TODAY at 6 p.m. ET.

Register here➡️
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Using AI in the CTE Classroom: Practical Tools. Ethical Use. Real Classroom Impact.. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
This interactive webinar will provide a practical, big-picture overview of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and how it can be safely and effectively integrated into CTE classrooms. Participants will explore key concepts in AI ethics, ways to protect personally identifiable information (PII), and effective prompting strategies, while also getting hands-on exposure to a variety of AI tools designed to enhance teaching and learning. Whether you’re new to AI or looking to sharpen your skills, this webinar will give you the confidence and practical tools, tips, and strategies you can use right away to support your students’ future-ready skills. Presenter: Tracy Skeens, CTE Teacher Business & Computer Education National Board Certified
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November 13, 2025 at 6:06 PM
We're hiring! 🧑‍💻

We're looking for a part-time Curriculum Associate. This entry-level, hybrid role requires a highly organized and detail-oriented individual ready to make a positive impact on students’ lives.

Join our team in Columbus, Ohio!
MBA Research Employment
We're hiring! Check out our Employment page to check out opportunities to contribute to our work improving business education across the U.S.
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November 4, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Last week, we led a series of site visits to four high schools that are piloting our new course, World of Business. The goal of these visits was to observe classroom instruction, engage with educators and students, and gather feedback on the course.

Thank you, pilot teachers!
October 17, 2025 at 7:15 PM
We invite you to join our next free webinar, "Leveraging AI: Strategies and Tools for Business & Marketing Education."

📅 Wednesday, November 12, 2025

🧑‍💼Presented by Patrick W. Schultz, Executive Director/CEO of Business Professionals of America (BPA)

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Leveraging AI: Strategies and Tools for Business & Marketing Education. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Explore cutting-edge AI strategies and tools designed to revolutionize business and marketing education. This virtual presentation will provide educators with practical insights into integrating AI in...
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October 14, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Marketers move fast—your curriculum should too! 🚀

Join us TODAY for our free webinar with Cathy Colliver of Test Double! She's sharing the playbook on how to teach students to stop chasing trends and start adapting to them.

Register now! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
October 7, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Beyond just a resume 🧑‍💼

Our newest Action Brief, You’re Hired? Exploring Challenges in the Recruitment Process, is now available!

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September 30, 2025 at 4:22 PM
📢You're invited! Join us for our first free monthly webinar series! "Teaching Marketing in a Rapidly Changing World" with Cathy Colliver, Director of Marketing at Test Double. She'll guide educators on how to adapt to new marketing trends.

🗓️ Tuesday, October 7, 2025
September 25, 2025 at 7:48 PM
High School of Business Students Shine at FBLA National Competition! 🏆

Congratulations to three HSB students at Longmont High School (CO) for placing in the top 10 at the FBLA #NLC2025 finals!
Longmont High Students Shine at National Future Business Leaders of America Competition
Eleven Longmont High School students traveled to California late last month to attend and compete in the Future Business Leaders of America’s National Leadership Conference and National Awards Program...
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August 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Want to equip your students with AI knowledge? We offer several resources to help your students grow their technical skills for the digital age and prepare them to think through the ethical questions AI brings, specifically in the business world.
AI Resources for the Classroom
Want to equip your students with AI knowledge? We offer several resources to help your students grow their technical skills for the digital age and prepare them to think through the ethical questions ...
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August 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Get ready to wrap up your ethical dilemma journey with the final episode of the Gray Zone Interactive Series: Emma's Story: More Than Just Talk (Effective Communication).

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July 28, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Future-Proofing New Mexico's Education Landscape 📈

We hosted our first futuring panels in New Mexico, uniting business and education leaders to discuss management, entrepreneurship, marketing, and sales. Thanks to all panelists and the New Mexico Public Education Department!
July 25, 2025 at 2:41 PM
At the end of June, we hosted teachers in Denver, CO, for HSB summer training! A special thank you to Aurora Public Schools for providing a space for us to host the training and to our trainers, Matt Burg and Rachel Frydlewicz, for leading the training!

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High School of Business™ Summer Training Goes to Denver - MBA Research
High School of Business™ teachers attend professional development to bring project-based learning to their schools.
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July 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
We had the privilege of hosting an engaging group of real estate industry leaders for our first Real Estate Futuring Panel at the MBA Research office.

A huge thank you to our panelists who made this work possible!
July 2, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Summertime—and the MBA Board is in the house!👋

Last week, our staff welcomed the MBA Research Board of Trustees for their June meeting. They met staff, previewed upcoming initiatives, and appointed Mark Burch to the board.
June 30, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Stay in the loop🕶️

Perspectives will arrive in your inbox every other week, beginning next week.

We want to help you make the most of your summer, so we'll be taking a brief break from our regular weekly schedule on the following dates: June 20, July 4, and July 18.
June 13, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We’re thrilled to announce the winning students of the Middle School Ethics Challenge essay competition ⭐️ These students will receive a monetary prize, a plaque, a digital badge, and a certificate of achievement.

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Middle School National Ethics Challenge
The National Middle School Ethics Challenge essay contest encourages middle-level students to reflect on ethics at school and beyond.
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June 9, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Drumroll, please… 🥁

A big applause for the middle school students in the 2025 National Ethics Challenge essay contest! We received fantastic entries, making the judging process challenging. We're excited to announce the schools and teachers who guided our winning students.
Middle School National Ethics Challenge
The National Middle School Ethics Challenge essay contest encourages middle-level students to reflect on ethics at school and beyond.
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May 30, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Tariffs Make the Headlines 🚚

Our newest Action Brief, Tariffs 101: Exploring the Potential Economic Impact, covers the basics of tariffs and examines current debates surrounding their implementation.

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May 29, 2025 at 3:39 PM
We had an incredible time at the 2025 #BPANLC2025 in Orlando, FL 📸 As a proud diamond sponsor, we had the opportunity to present and exhibit at the conference. Thank you to everyone who came to our booth and said hello!
May 19, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Breaking news! MBA Research Conclave: A Curriculum and Teaching Conference will become a key part of ACTE’s CareerTech VISION conference beginning in 2026 in New Orleans as ACTE celebrates its 100th anniversary!
May 16, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Don't wait! 🚀

The deadline for the Middle School Ethics Challenge is fast approaching–Thursday, May 15! Help your students showcase their ethical reasoning!

Submit essays to [email protected] with the teacher's name/email, the student's name, grade level, and state.
Middle School National Ethics Challenge
The National Middle School Ethics Challenge essay contest encourages middle-level students to reflect on ethics at school and beyond.
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May 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Last week, business and industry professionals met with education leaders at the Kentucky Futuring Panels, including a Finance Futuring Panel and a Manufacturing Futuring Panel. Thank you to the Kentucky Department of Education's Office of CTE for their support and collaboration.
May 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Colorado High School Seeking Business Teacher

The Idalia School District is looking for a High School of Business™ teacher in Idalia, CO. This position will teach 7-12th grade students. Small class sizes, 4-day week (Fridays off).
Colorado High School Seeking Business Teacher  - MBA Research
The Idalia School District is seeking a High School of Business™ teacher in Idalia, CO. This position will teach 7-12th grade students. Small class sizes, 4-day week (Fridays off).   See the website f...
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May 5, 2025 at 7:06 PM
We're reimagining Conclave! To adapt to the new landscape, we're transforming the Conclave experience. The traditional event will be on hold in 2025, but we’re creating something even better for fall 2026! Stay tuned for an exciting announcement in the coming weeks!
May 5, 2025 at 5:23 PM
That’s a wrap!🔷 

It was exciting to connect with so many old and new friends at #DECAICDC last week! A big round of applause for all the students who qualified for ICDC this year—hip-hip-hooray! 🎉
May 2, 2025 at 12:57 PM