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Watch Previously Recorded Virtual JA Event with Mark Cuban and Brian Hamilton
By R. Michael Brown
Entrepreneurship
Mark Cuban and Brian Hamilton answered teen questions on Wednesday, May 27, 2020, during a Junior Achievement virtual event about becoming an entrepreneur...
Next School Year Junior Achievement is Preparing to Deliver JA Programs Virtually, In-Class, or a Combination
By R. Michael Brown
Community Involvement
Whether schools in our community are holding classes in-person, remotely, or through some combination, Junior Achievement is putting plans in place to continue inspiring tomorrows with our proven programs and with the support of volunteers and...
JA Alum Dr. Sanjay Gupta Tells His Story
By R. Michael Brown
Financial Literacy
"Their isn't an exact age that parents think their kids should learn about financial literacy," said Dr. Gupta. "But I think the earlier the...
Yesenia Cardenas, Lawyer - Junior Achievement Story
By Cassie Benzinger
Work Readiness
It isn’t easy growing up in an economically challenged inner-city neighborhood. Children in that situation face considerable challenges in trying to scale the economic ladder, but those difficulties did not prove insurmountable for Yesenia...
Enjoy Hands On Prime Time Learning Activities and Enter to Win a $25 Cash Prize!
By R. Michael Brown
Corporate Responsibility
Online learning is increasing globally in response to school closures and COVID-19 disruptions, so Prime Time Palm Beach County and partners like Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast are offering families free...
This Week in Achievement 5-4-2020
By R. Michael Brown
Financial Literacy
This Week in Achievement is where you will find the latest news about Junior Achievement (JA) of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast events, programs, volunteers, students, and sponsors - plus news of great achievements in business & education in our...
News of Personal Financial Crisis Shows Need for Financial Literacy
By R. Michael Brown
Financial Literacy
Not since the Great Recession (2007 - 2009), and maybe the Great Depression (1929 - 1939), has the need for financial literacy been more critical. JA can be a big part of the...
Mark Cuban of Shark Tank - His Junior Achievement Story
By R. Michael Brwon
Entrepreneurship
Mark Cuban was in the JA Company program in High School and learned how to start a company, lead, sell, manage finances, and make a profit. Here's his...
JA Teens Survey: The Financial Impact of COVID-19
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By Hannah Henry
Financial Literacy
JA Teens Survey: The Financial Impact of...
Ben Gao, A JA Alumni, Presents During 2020 Philanthropy Tank Finals
By R. Michael Brown
Community Involvement
Benjamin Gao is an 11th grade, Dreyfoos School of The Arts student and JA alumni, and his proposed organization is called Venture, a JA...
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