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Education for What’s Next: Powering Economic Mobility
Automation and artificial intelligence are transforming entire industries, and with that transformation comes uncertainty. Are we prepared to navigate this…
Preparing Students for What’s Next: Key Insights from a Recent JA Alumni Survey
“What’s next?” That’s the question on everyone’s mind. Technologies we’ve never seen before are changing the world in ways we’ve…
JA of Arizona Wins Prestigious Global Award for Brand Amplification
Every two years, Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide honors the best of the global network at the Global Leadership Conference (GLC)…
The ROI of Investing in Youth: Why Economic Mobility is a Community Imperative
When we talk about “return on investment” (ROI), our minds often jump to balance sheets, bottom lines, and quarterly reports.…
Junior Achievement: Education for What’s Next
For more than a decade, there have been discussions about the need to prepare young people for the “Future of…
JA of Arizona in the Running for Two Global Awards
Every two years, at the JA Global Leadership Conference (GLC), JA Worldwide proudly recognizes the extraordinary people and JA locations…
Student Disengagement Crisis: How 3DE is Rewriting the Script
Gen Z students are sending a clear message: school isn’t working for them. According to a recent Gallup poll, less…
Many Teens Taking Financial Literacy Courses Still Have Knowledge Gaps
A recent study of teens ages 13-18 conducted by Junior Achievement and MissionSquare Retirement’s Foundation reveals that more high school…
Teens and the Future of Work
According to the McKinsey Global Institute, by 2030, nearly a third of the hours currently worked across the U.S. economy…
Students Are Asking, “Why Are We Learning This?” — And That’s a Good Thing
If you’ve spent time in a classroom recently, you’ve probably heard a student ask, “Why are we learning this?” At…
Unlocking the Power of Experiential Learning: Preparing Students for the Future of Work
In today’s rapidly evolving workforce, traditional classroom instruction alone is no longer enough. Employers increasingly seek individuals with not just…
Building a Strong Financial Foundation: Equipping Teens for a Brighter Tomorrow
Since teens are heading back to school, let’s explore the challenges teens face in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world and…