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WPBF News features JAPBTC in live television interview about JA Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023
By Denise Sawyer
Entrepreneurship
Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast (JAPBTC) had a moment in the spotlight as its President, Claudia Kirk Barto, was featured in a live morning show interview with WPBF News. In the segment, Barto spoke with Steven Graves, television news anchor, about the mounting excitement surrounding JA Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2023, a week-long program that aims to inspire the...
JAPBTC gears up for Global Entrepreneurship Week 2023 to inspire Palm Beach County students
By Denise Sawyer
Entrepreneurship
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is back, and it's set to inspire the next generation of business leaders and innovators across Palm Beach County. Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast will host a weeklong career speaker series from Nov. 13- 19, giving area students a chance to participate in a global movement aimed at fostering economic growth and...
JA High School Heroes program reaches record high participation in Jupiter, Fla.
By Denise Sawyer
Financial Literacy
The Junior Achievement (JA) High School Heroes program has achieved a remarkable milestone by recruiting and training an impressive cohort of 80 enthusiastic Jupiter Community High School students. This surge in participation is a testament to the program's appeal and its positive impact on young...
Birdies for Children | JAPBTC tees up for a winning partnership with The Classic in The Palm Beaches
By Denise Sawyer
Community Involvement
The Birdies for Children program acts as a platform for local charities, such as Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast, to collaborate with The Classic in The Palm Beaches to offer an exhilarating opportunity for supporters of JAPBTC to donate for the chance to guess the number of birdies in this years golf tournament and stand a chance to win a grand prize. Simultaneously, it...
10th Annual JA Caribbean Wind Captured in Captivating Photos
By Denise Sawyer
Community Involvement
Are you ready to embark on a visual journey to the Caribbean? The 10th Annual JA Caribbean Wind event was an unforgettable evening filled with Caribbean vibes, delectable cuisine, live reggae music, and cherished memories. Now, you can relive the magic through a stunning photo album that beautifully encapsulates the essence of this fantastic...
Junior Achievement rolls out Career Day events at schools in Palm Beach County
By Denise Sawyer
Work Readiness
Elementary students across the Palm Beaches are experiencing an exciting opportunity to explore various career paths and gain valuable insights into the workforce, thanks to JA Career Day events. These events aim to bring together the business community and area schools to inspire and prepare young minds for future success in today's global...
Palm Beach Gardens High School Teacher describes students in JA High School Heroes as "Rockstars" for teaching elementary students financial literacy
By Denise Sawyer
Financial Literacy
Karen Kummerlen, the lead teacher of the Global Business and Entrepreneurship Magnet Program at Palm Beach Gardens High School, radiates pride as she discusses the impact of the Junior Achievement (JA) High School Heroes program on both high school and elementary students. At the heart of this impact is the teaching of financial literacy, transforming her high schoolers into "rockstars" in the...
Palm Beach Gardens High School Teacher describes students in JA High School Heroes as "Rockstars" for teaching elementary students financial literacy (COPY_1710527065425)
By Denise Sawyer
Financial Literacy
Karen Kummerlen, the lead teacher of the Global Business and Entrepreneurship Magnet Program at Palm Beach Gardens High School, radiates pride as she discusses the impact of the Junior Achievement (JA) High School Heroes program on both high school and elementary students. At the heart of this impact is the teaching of financial literacy, transforming her high schoolers into "rockstars" in the...
From the Military to the Classroom: 3DE Teacher at Lake Worth Community High School Inspires Future Entrepreneurs
By Denise Sawyer
Community Involvement
In the bustling halls of Lake Worth Community High School, a new 3DE teacher is making a difference by bringing a unique perspective to the classroom. A military veteran with 20 years of service, this teacher has found joy in imparting entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy to high...
Mentorship Through Junior Achievement
By Marissa Kappus
Community Involvement
When recruiting volunteers to deliver our programs, we often find community leaders and innovators that can act as resources for students to further their education and professional development. In Sam and Julians case, they found a common bond in their passions for...
