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Teens Want Financial Literacy Education, But Many Schools Don’t Offer It
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
While the demand for financial literacy education is high among teens, the availability of such courses is disappointingly low. Junior Achievement continues to bridge this gap by offering comprehensive programs that equip students with essential life...
Reawakening the American Dream: Homeownership for Generation Z
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
For over a century, owning a home has been synonymous with the American Dream. Since the 1890s, when homebuilders first linked homeownership with the promise of prosperity, generations of Americans have aspired to build wealth and create legacies through owning their own homes. However, recent trends reveal significant challenges facing young adults in achieving this...
Grad Nation: If Not College, Then What?
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Work Readiness
For decades, earning a four-year college degree has been seen as the key to upward mobility. However, rising college costs and increasing student debt are causing many to question the value of a college...
Summer Jobs = Career Readiness
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Work Readiness
Summer is a season often synonymous with relaxation and leisure for many teenagers. However, an increasing number of teens are leveraging this break from school to gain valuable work experience through summer jobs. These opportunities not only provide immediate benefits but also prepare young people for success in a global...
Career Dreams Soar to New Heights at Junior Achievement Elementary Fairs
By Denise Sawyer
Work Readiness
Hundreds of elementary school students in Palm Beach County got a fun and engaging look at potential future careers during three special Junior Achievement career fairs held in late May. Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast coordinated the interactive career events across the district. The non-profit organization aims to inspire and prepare young people to succeed through...
Junior Achievement Celebrates Graduation Stole Ceremony for Seniors at Lake Worth Community High School
By Denise Sawyer
Financial Literacy
Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast hosted a heartwarming graduation stole ceremony for seniors at Lake Worth Community High School on Monday, April 29. This ceremony marked a significant milestone for the students who participated in the 3DE by JA Program, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering young minds for future...
JA Earth Week Career Speaker Series Event Takes Students on Virtual Voyage Through Marine Industry, Conservation
By Kelsey Matzinger
Work Readiness
Junior Achievement's Earth Week event took students on a virtual voyage through the marine industry, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at various facets of marine craftsmanship and conservation. Presented by Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back, and supported by Waste Management and Keep Palm Beach Beautiful, the week-long event, from Monday, April 22nd to Friday, April 26th,...
JA Staff Visit Alaska to Provide Professional Development for Teachers on Financial Literacy, Career Readiness, and Entrepreneurship
By Denise Sawyer
Financial Literacy
Katie Thompson, Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast's Vice President of Education, and Erica Henn, Director of Elementary Programs, recently traveled across the country to collaborate with teachers in the Anchorage School District. Their mission was to integrate Junior Achievement's three main pillarsfinancial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurshipinto classrooms to...
Unlocking Opportunities: Preparing Teens for an AI Future
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Work Readiness
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has swiftly become a driving force reshaping our world. From enhancing educational experiences to revolutionizing industries, its impact is profound and far-reaching. Yet, amidst the promises of innovation, questions arise, particularly among young people, about the future of work and the career paths that will remain resilient in an increasingly AI-driven...
From Literacy to Action: Empowering Teens for Financial Wellness
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
In today's dynamic economic landscape, financial literacy is more than just understanding conceptsit's about taking action. Junior Achievement champions this philosophy with the theme "From Literacy to Action." Our mission is clear: to equip individuals, especially young people, with the tools and confidence needed to navigate personal finances...
