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Why JA? And Why Now? Financial Literacy as a Foundation for a Better Life
Blog from JA USA
By Ed Grocholski
Financial Literacy
At Junior Achievement, we view financial literacy as the other literacy. Just like reading or writing, we all deal with money on a near daily basis. Junior Achievement employs a pathways approach to teaching financial literacy to young people. By pathways, we mean that JA programs are designed to engage students on the subject over multiple grades, from their first days in kindergarten,...
Lawrence Business Hall of Fame Tribute Dinner Announcement
Blog from kansas.ja.org
By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
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Lawrence Business Hall of Fame Tribute Dinner Announcement (COPY_1683164070709)
By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
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Wichita Business Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Laureates Announced
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By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
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Wichita Business Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Laureates Announced (COPY_1683164071089)
By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
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Why JA? And Why Now? A Response to a Changing Work and Career Landscape
Blog from JA USA
By Ed Grocholski
Work Readiness
Junior Achievements proven programs are shown to inspire and prepare young people for success. Our approach is demonstrated to give students the tools they need to increase their chances of achieving their potential in work, career, and...
2023 Topeka Business Hall of Fame Laureates Announced
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By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
The 2023 Topeka Business Hall of Fame laureates were announced at a brunch on Tuesday, September 13. Four business leaders will join the Topeka Business Hall of Fame in March 2023. The 2023 laureates are Dan Foltz, KBS Constructors, Inc.; Marsha Sheahan, Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce; DL Smith, DL Smith Electrical Construction; and Keith Warta, Bartlett &...
2023 Topeka Business Hall of Fame Laureates Announced (COPY_1683164073505)
By Ashley Charest
Entrepreneurship
The 2023 Topeka Business Hall of Fame laureates were announced at a brunch on Tuesday, September 13. Four business leaders will join the Topeka Business Hall of Fame in March 2023. The 2023 laureates are Dan Foltz, KBS Constructors, Inc.; Marsha Sheahan, Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce; DL Smith, DL Smith Electrical Construction; and Keith Warta, Bartlett &...
JA WORLDWIDE Ranks in the Top 100 - and the #1 Nonprofit - on Fast Company's Annual List of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in the World
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By Ashley Charest
Corporate Responsibility
Fast Company today announced its fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels. JA Worldwide enters the top-100 list for the first time, earning the #1 spot for...
JA WORLDWIDE Ranks in the Top 100 - and the #1 Nonprofit - on Fast Company's Annual List of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators in the World (COPY_1683164076746)
By Ashley Charest
Corporate Responsibility
Fast Company today announced its fourth annual Best Workplaces for Innovators list, honoring organizations and businesses that demonstrate a steadfast commitment to encouraging innovation at all levels. JA Worldwide enters the top-100 list for the first time, earning the #1 spot for...