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Meet JA Alum Stacy Crim
This year, JAWA celebrates its 70th anniversary and the impact of its programs on millions of students. Our wonderful alums from different decades shared how JA programs created a positive change in their lives and helped them reach success as adults. Meet Stacy Crim, VP of Sales & Client Management, at Regence BlueShield, a '91 JA alum and JAWA Statewide Board...
The Rising Trend of Teens Using AI for Schoolwork
The survey conducted by Junior Achievement in partnership with Big Village provides crucial insights into the rising trend of teens relying on AI for schoolwork. While generative AI presents immense potential, it is essential to navigate the ethical considerations and the impact on students' learning experiences. As we continue to witness the integration of technology in education, it becomes...
JA National Student Leadership Summit 2023
In June 2023, the Nation's Capital hosted a remarkable event as 15 exceptional student companies from Junior Achievement gathered to compete in the 2023 Junior Achievement National Student Leadership Summit (NSLS). These ambitious students devise and market products or services that address unmet consumer needs, while also seeking investors for their...
Meet Tim Hoefel, JAWA Board Member and Volunteer
Meet JAWA Statewide board member and Chief Retail Officer at Harborstone Credit Union, Tim Hoefel. Tim has been serving on JAWAÂ’s board since 2017, and as a finance professional, he finds the JA mission particularly meaningful when he volunteers helping students learn financial...
JA Summer Camp through the eyes of a TIPS Intern
My name is Andrew Luu, and last summer, I had the pleasure of being a TIPS (Teens in Public Service) intern at Junior Achievement of Washington. As an intern, I got to work on many projects, and one of them was helping at JA BizTown Summer...
New Research Shows Teens are Re-Thinking the Future of Work
In today's world, teens are increasingly exploring alternatives to the traditional higher education route. ThatÂ’s why Junior Achievement and Citizens conducted a study to gain insight into where teens' thoughts are when it comes to the cost of higher...
Interview with JAWAÂ’s Board Chair Lisa Stirgus
Meet Lisa Stirgus, JAWAÂ’s Board Chair We sat down with Lisa to discuss her passion for financial literacy and why JAWAÂ’s mission is particularly important to her as we celebrate WomenÂ’s History...
Junior Achievement announces Kaplan partnership to help high school students secure their post-graduation goals
Global educational services provider Kaplan announced today that it is partnering with Junior Achievement "JA", the world's largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, to prepare JA students for college and the world of work. The new offerings will support students and community stakeholders to make the successful...
JA My Story | Zach Fleming
Not every student plans to go to college and finds JA valuable in introducing young people to careers that donÂ’t require a degree, such as in the skilled trades, as well as occupations students can pursue straight out of high school. Volunteers often share their career journeys with students, making JA even more...
JA Worldwide Nominated for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize
WeÂ’re proud to announce that JA Worldwide has been nominated for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize, the second such honor in two years. Junior Achievement USA is a member of JA...
