CPAs in the Classroom
Building awareness of the accounting profession among high school students
High school is a time to dream big. Often, these aspirations are driven by what students know and see around them. The Minnesota Society of CPAs wants to help students know more about the accounting profession.
You see — accountants, and CPAs specifically, enjoy endless career opportunities, job stability and financial security. CPAs work in every business across every industry. Taylor Swift employs CPAs, as do the Minnesota Twins and Vikings. Target Corporation? They have hundreds!
Let the MNCPA help introduce students to the accounting profession through CPAs in the Classroom.
Program overview
The CPAs in the Classroom program is an exciting opportunity that connects MNCPA members with high school teachers across Minnesota. Our goal is simple: to make students aware of the diverse career paths available to accountants and ignite their interest in the accounting profession.
Teachers: Request a visit
Are you interested in your students hearing from a certified public accountant (CPA) about career possibilities with the CPA credential and within the accounting profession? Reach out to request an MNCPA member visit your classroom to give a 30-minute presentation.
Request a CPA visit
CPAs: Volunteer to visit
Are you interested in helping grow the CPA pipeline by sharing the possibilities of the accounting profession with high school students? Reach out to us and we'll work with teachers to coordinate placements.
Volunteer in a classroom
Volunteer information & resources
If you're available to speak, the MNCPA will provide you with the necessary resources:
- PowerPoint presentation: a ready-to-use presentation with speaker notes.
- Presentation tips: helpful hints to help you tell your story.
- Talking points: guidance on facilitating meaningful discussions with students.
- Student handouts: materials to supplement your message.
- Optional activities: interactive case studies and activites to engage students.
View full list of speaker resources
What is Accounting Opportunities Week?
The MNCPA Accounting Opportunities Week is part of a national campaign to raise awareness of the accounting profession among high school students. Minnesota's Accounting Opportunities Week celebration will be scheduled soon for fall 2025.
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