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Empowering the Future: Junior Achievement and Financial Planning
Blog from JA USA

 By Kelsey Matzinger

Financial Literacy

Financial literacy is a vital skill that everyone should acquire, but it's often overlooked in traditional education. JA recognizes this gap and steps in to provide students with hands-on learning experiences. These experiences range from budgeting, saving, and investing to understanding credit and debt, enabling young people to develop a strong foundation in personal...

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Learn about the 2023 Laureates: Deryl McKissack, PE, McKissack & McKissack

 By JA of Greater Washington

Community Involvement

The 2023 Hall of Fame Laureates are no strangers to media coverage. If you live in the Washington region, chances are you’ve seen their names in headlines for years. What you may not have witnessed is these trailblazers telling their stories in their own words. That’s what this series brings you – the insights, lessons and life advice that these Laureates have to offer based on a lifetime of...

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Learn about the 2023 Laureates: Terri McClements, PwC

 By JA of Greater Washington

Community Involvement

The 2023 Hall of Fame Laureates are no strangers to media coverage. If you live in the Washington region, chances are you’ve seen their names in headlines for years. What you may not have witnessed is these trailblazers telling their stories in their own words. That’s what this series brings you – the insights, lessons and life advice that these Laureates have to offer based on a lifetime of...

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Empowering Tomorrow’s Female Business Leaders
Blog from JA USA

 By Kelsey Matzinger

Entrepreneurship

Junior Achievement serves as a beacon of hope for aspiring women entrepreneurs, providing them with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to succeed in the world of business. By fostering a culture of entrepreneurship, encouraging risk-taking, and exposing young women to female role models, JA empowers the next generation of female business leaders. The impact of JA on women entrepreneurs is...

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Learn about the 2023 Laureates: Thomas J. Baltimore, Jr., Park Hotels & Resorts

 By JA of Greater Washington

Community Involvement

The 2023 Hall of Fame Laureates are no strangers to media coverage. If you live in the Washington region, chances are you’ve seen their names in headlines for years. What you may not have witnessed is these trailblazers telling their stories in their own words. That’s what this series brings you – the insights, lessons and life advice that these Laureates have to offer based on a lifetime of...

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Learn about the 2023 Laureates: Richard M. Adams, United Bank

 By JA of Greater Washington

Community Involvement

The 2023 Hall of Fame Laureates are no strangers to media coverage. If you live in the Washington region, chances are you’ve seen their names in headlines for years. What you may not have witnessed is these trailblazers telling their stories in their own words. That’s what this series brings you – the look back, lessons, and life advice that these Laureates have to offer based on a lifetime of...

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Empowering Middle Schoolers: Junior Achievement and the Solution to Financial Literacy
Blog from JA USA

 By Kelsey Matzinger

Financial Literacy

Financial literacy is a crucial skill that middle schoolers need to navigate the complexities of the modern world. Junior Achievement serves as an effective solution by providing tailored financial education programs that empower young individuals. Through our programs, volunteer mentors, hands-on learning experiences, and career exploration initiatives, we equip middle schoolers with the...

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Building a Bright Future
Blog from JA USA

 By Kelsey Matzinger

Financial Literacy

The pursuit of higher education has long been heralded as a gateway to a brighter future, providing individuals with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to achieve their dreams. However, the rising costs of college education have made it increasingly challenging for families and students to access this particular path to...

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Greater Washington Area Students Pitch Socially-Conscious Businesses at 2023 JA Entrepreneurship Summit

 By JA of Greater Washington

Entrepreneurship

The 2023 JA Entrepreneurship Summit has wrapped and we couldn't be more thrilled with the incredible achievements of all the student teams involved. Over the course of a week, students gathered at JA Finance Park in Prince George’s County and collaborated on how to address the following social causes; mental and physical health, homelessness, pollution, and climate...

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Revolutionizing Resumes
Blog from JA USA

 By Kelsey Matzinger

Work Readiness

Long are the days of sitting behind a computer screen for hours on end trying to put into words your accomplishments and what you’ve done in your job and career. The arrival of the digital age has not only transformed the way we live and work but has also revolutionized how we present ourselves to potential employers. In this era of constant change, the convergence of two significant phenomena,...



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