A group of Collinsville High School students had the opportunity to attend an event sponsored by The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Economic Education Department to learn about the four economic series that comprise an economic forecast.
Students participated in active learning sessions that introduced them to the topics of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Consumer Price Index (CPI), Unemployment Rate and Payroll Employment.
Students were also introduced to Fredcast, an interactive economic forecasting game sponsored by the St. Louis Fed. The day also included a panel of young professionals who gave educational and career advice to the students. Lunch was provided and students had the opportunity to practice table manners and dining etiquette.
The day ended with students touring the award-winning Inside the Economy® Museum.
Invitation to the event was offered to area high school Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis Educator Advisory Board Members. CHS Business teacher, Vicki Fuhrhop, is a member of the board.
Zachary Bodnar , 12
Jared Christopher, 9
Aisha Dinceroglu, 12
Venise Govan,12
Jayme Greer, 9
Larah Gross, 12
Braxton Hancock, 12
Anna Hendricks, 9
Claire Holliday, 11
Imani Luellen, 11
Brady O’Neill, 10
Rylie Prakit, 11
Tyme Sampson, 11
Zachary Schmidt, 12
Hunter Schrage, 12
Colin Wells, 9