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JAPBTC Celebrates 3DE by JA Graduates and Scholarship Winners (COPY_1747234987894)
By Denise Sawyer
Corporate Responsibility
Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast honored its 3DE by JA graduates at Lake Worth Community High School with a celebratory stole ceremony, recognizing years of growth, hard work, and achievement. The event also included the announcement of two student scholarship...
JAPBTC Celebrates 3DE by JA Graduates and Scholarship Winners
By Denise Sawyer
Corporate Responsibility
Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast honored its 3DE by JA graduates at Lake Worth Community High School with a celebratory stole ceremony, recognizing years of growth, hard work, and achievement. The event also included the announcement of two student scholarship...
JA Earth Week Connects Students to Marine and Environmental Careers
By Denise Sawyer
Work Readiness
Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast brought real-world learning to local classrooms through JA Earth Week: Marine Industries and Beyond, presented by Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back. The event introduced students to dynamic career paths in the marine and environmental sectors through firsthand accounts from local...
Top 5 Skills Every Young Entrepreneur Should Build Now
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Entrepreneurship
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or just want to think more like a boss, building the right skill set is key. From navigating challenges to managing money, the most successful entrepreneurs are constantly learning, adapting, and...
Building a Strong Financial Foundation: Equipping Teens for a Brighter Tomorrow
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Financial Literacy
In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we explore the challenges teens face in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world and emphasize the vital role financial education plays in shaping a more secure and promising...
Teens Want Financial Literacy Education, But Many Schools Don’t Offer It
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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...
