In 2023, Oregon's Senate passed Senate Bill 3, making a half-credit in Personal Financial Education a new requirement for high school graduation starting with the class of 2027. Next Gen Personal Finance (NGPF) is dedicated to supporting the rollout of this statewide personal finance program, and as part of this initiative, NGPF is offering $500 stipends to 250 Oregon public high school teachers who complete 20 hours of NGPF's no-cost professional development.

NGPF offers top-tier curriculum and professional development, all at no cost to Oregon educators–including FinCamps, On-Demand Modules (make sure to check out the NGPF Starter Pack!), Certification Courses, Virtual PD, and  Virtual Conferences.

FAQ:

Who is eligible to receive the $500 professional development stipend? 

The first 250 Oregon public high school teachers who complete 20 hours of NGPF professional development within the program timeframe are eligible for the stipend.

What is the timeframe for completing the PD? 

To receive the stipend, the 20 hours of PD must be completed between January 1, 2025 and June 30, 2027 –or before the first 250 educators complete 20 hours, whichever comes first.

Where can I sign up for NGPF professional development?

Registration is easy and all PD is free. Visit the On-Demand, Certification Course, Virtual PD, Virtual Conference, and FinCamp pages to get started.

How many hours does the FinCamp count for? 

You will receive 7 Academy credits/hours for attending a FinCamp.

When and how will the stipends be provided?

NGPF will process stipends on a monthly rolling basis and you will be emailed a $500 Amazon e-gift card if you have completed 20 hours of PD.

Everything is tracked automatically – there is nothing you need to submit.

I already completed 20 hours of NGPF PD before the start of this program on January 1, 2025. Will I receive a $500 stipend for this prior work?

No. The $500 stipend will only be given for hours completed starting on January 1, 2025.

If I complete 40 hours of PD, will I be eligible for an additional stipend?

Because we want to reach as many teachers as possible, each teacher is only eligible for one $500 Amazon e-gift card. But don't let that stop you from taking as much PD as desired.

Who do I contact with questions about the stipend?

Please email info@ngpf.org with any questions. Please do not contact NGPF to confirm your PD hours. 

About the Author

Katie Ginsburg

In her role as Partnerships & Adoption Manager, West, Katie develops partnerships with large school districts and state agencies in the Western U.S., assisting them in implementing Personal Finance course guarantees and adopting NGPF's free curriculum and PD offerings.

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