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Business & Information Technology's primary mission is to prepare students for business occupations and to teach students about business. Education about Business & Information Technology focuses on those aspects of business that affect every member of society, whereas preparation for business occupations focuses on the preparation of individuals to own or operate their own business or be a worker in a variety of business functions.

Within the local school district and community, it is the business educator who must develop and nurture a comprehensive business program. The support base for the program should include former students, business employees/employers, informed educators, parents, and all others who recognize that business education can improve the quality of life for the individual and well-being of the community.

The Business & Information Technology consultant and staff at the Department of Public Instruction offer major support to business educators at all levels.

Jennifer Wegner
Education Consultant
Email: jennifer.wegner@dpi.wi.gov
Phone: 608-266-2348

Erik Sitts
Office Operations Associate
Email: erik.sitts@dpi.wi.gov
Phone: 608-267-9259

Financial Literacy: TEACH IT! is now available online at www.ecb.org/finance and is a great resource in developing TEACHERS to incorporate financial literacy in their lessons. This professional development resource was developed in partnership with the Educational Communications Board and showcases many of Wisconsin's Business & Information Technology Teachers! Check it out! (Add your school on the MAP IT! link to show where Financial Literacy is taught in Wisconsin)

Check out the new Planning Curriculum for Personal Financial Literacy guide here.

What's New in Wisconsin Career & Technical Education

Review this briefing sheet for current & anticipated initiatives, directions, projects, future professional development opportunities, and issues concerning Business & Information Technology.
Here's a collection of on-line resources for BIT teachers and students.
Newly revised, 2009-2010 Wisconsin Business & Information Technology Calendars.

Program Information	Resources	FBLA
BIT Calendar FAQ Page ListServ/Newsletters Advisory Committee Role of CTSOs in B&IT Coop Skill Standards	Professional Development Programs of Study B&IT Resources Curriculum & Standards	WI FBLA Main Page Calendar Officers & Staff WI FBLA e-Bulletin

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For questions about this information, contact Erik A. Sitts (608) 267-9259

Last updated on 10/27/2009 9:28:23 AM