Economics Extravaganza: Quiz Bowl Clash on MPB

Selena Swartzfager

Mississippi Quiz Bowl on Economics Airing on MS Public Broadcasting

JACKSON, MS – July 30, 2024 – Get ready for an engaging and educational competition as the Mississippi Quiz Bowl on Economics takes place for the first time center stage on Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB). Airing on Saturday, August 3 at 4:30 pm and Sunday, August 4 at 1 pm, this exciting event will showcase the brightest young minds from Germantown High School and Northwest Rankin High School as they compete in an intense battle of economic knowledge.


Brought to you by the Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) and Mississippi Public Broadcasting, this quiz bowl is designed to promote economic literacy and encourage academic excellence among high school students and adults across the state.


Representing the Madison County School District, Germantown High School will face off against Northwest Rankin High School from the Rankin County School District. Both teams have shown exceptional understanding of economic principles and are ready to demonstrate their prowess in this thrilling competition.


Don't miss out on the action! Download the MPB app to watch the Mississippi Quiz Bowl on Economics wherever you are, and cheer on your favorite team as they compete for the top spot.


Event Details:

  • What: Mississippi Quiz Bowl on Economics
  • When:
  • Saturday, August 3 at 4:30 pm
  • Sunday, August 4 at 1 pm
  • Where: Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) television or via streaming from the PBS Channel or on Hulu.
  • Watch Anywhere: Download the MPB app for on-the-go viewing

This event is a testament to the dedication of MCEE and MPB in fostering educational opportunities and enriching the lives of students through the power of knowledge.


For more information, please visit MCEE's website or MPB's website.

Contact: Selena Swartzfager

President
Mississippi Council on Economic Education
Phone: (601) 974-1325
Email: swartsc@millsaps.edu


About the Mississippi Council on Economic Education: The Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving economic and financial literacy in Mississippi. MCEE provides resources and training to K-12 educators, empowering them to teach economics and personal finance effectively.


About Mississippi Public Broadcasting: Mississippi Public Broadcasting (MPB) is a state network of public television and radio stations serving Mississippi. MPB provides quality programming that educates, informs, and entertains, enriching the lives of Mississippians through media.

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Jackson, MS — February 3, 2026 — The Mississippi Council on Economic Education (MCEE) is pleased to announce that Julie Ingram has joined the organization as Community Engagement Coordinator, strengthening MCEE’s capacity to scale high-impact financial literacy and economic education initiatives across the state. In her role, Ingram leads community-based programming including the Stock Market Game, Danny Dollar Academy, Family Financial Fun Nights, and the Invest in Girls initiative. Her work focuses on expanding access, strengthening partnerships, recruiting industry volunteers, delivering afterschool educator professional development, and ensuring data-driven program outcomes. Ingram brings more than 15 years of experience in education, leadership, and curriculum development, with deep expertise in economics, personal finance, entrepreneurship, and workforce-aligned instruction. She is a National Board Certified Teacher and has served as adjunct faculty with MCEE, co-teaching Master Teacher of Personal Finance coursework in partnership with the Atlanta and St. Louis Federal Reserve Banks. Her career includes statewide and national recognition, curriculum authorship, educator mentoring, and service on advisory councils shaping Mississippi education policy. As Community Engagement Coordinator, Ingram will travel statewide to support educators, students, and community partners—advancing MCEE’s mission to build financially capable communities in 24 of Mississippi's counties. “The addition of Julie to the MCEE team will allow us to serve more families with the Family Financial Fun Night and more students in afterschool programs with economic and financial literacy education,” said Selena Swartzfager, president of MCEE. “We have an unlimited demand for our services; we just need the resources to meet the demand. Having Julie on our staff increases our capacity to address financial illiteracy in Mississippi. We are so thankful to have her on the team.” The counties served by the MCEE Community Outreach Coordinator are below. Organizations or individuals wanting to partner with MCEE in the counties to be served are encouraged to reach out for more information by emailing MCEE at mscee@millsaps.edu . Please use Community Outreach in the subject line. ### Mississippi Council on Economic Education 1701 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39210 www.mscee.org 601-974-1325 mscee@millsaps.edu