Imagine you were able to practice being an adult before you actually became one. Do you wish you had a greater understanding of taxes or insurance? Maybe you wish you had some guidance on family budgeting. […]
JA teaches alumna the power of “Yes!”
For Kaitlin Eckenrode, Junior Achievement Business Week was one of the most empowering experiences of her life. Six years ago, Kaitlin attended her first Junior Achievement Business Week where her team won the Jamba Juice […]
Western Union Support Leads to Successful Student Outcomes
Listening attentively to Heather Kingsley, a volunteer from Western Union, students at Rock Canyon High School gain insights into the characteristics and skills employers look for in new hires. JA Personal Success, presented by Western […]
JA Business Week Has Lasting Impact on JA Alumnus
Major League Hacking senior partner Nick Quinlan says that JA Business Week “set the course for me to succeed and gave me a basis to excel in the professional world.” From 2007 to 2010 Quinlan […]
President’s Message: Inspired to Action
We’ve all heard rousing speeches, read stirring books, and watched exciting movies. But what makes something meaningful, rather than simply enjoyable, is the action that results. As author Mary Morrissey says, “Inspiration, without action, is […]
JA Volunteer of the Year: Brian Sowl
JA’s 2018 Volunteer of the Year was nominated not once, not twice, not even three times. Brian Sowl was nominated for this honor four times by people who all recognize his passion and dedication to […]
JA Educator of the Year: Dan Walter
JA’s success relies heavily on educators and their willingness to embrace the program and invite volunteers into their classrooms to work with students. JA’s 2018 Educator of the Year, Dan Walter, is a social studies […]
JA Advocate of the Year: Heather Kingsley
Her energy and enthusiasm for teaching young people is infectious and her endless passion for promoting Junior Achievement (JA) within her company is truly remarkable. It’s no wonder that Heather Kingsley, Sr. Specialist, Financial Crimes […]
JA Bowl-A-Thon Coordinator Finds Unique Way to Impact Future
Supporting JA students doesn’t mean that you have to present JA programs in the classroom or volunteer at JA Finance Park. There are many ways to lend your skills and talents to helping young people […]
