JA High School Programs

As high school students begin to position themselves for their future, there are many unanswered questions about what lies ahead. Junior Achievement's high school programs help students make informed, intelligent decisions about their future, and fosters skills that will be highly useful in the business world. With a range of different programs, Junior Achievement teaches about concepts relating to entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness. The volunteers bring real-life business experience and guidance into the classroom at a time that represents an essential crossroads for young people.

JA Banks in Action™

JA Banks in Action™ teaches high school students the principles of the banking industry and familiarizes them with the challenges of successfully operating a bank in a competitive environment. Eight required, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Business Ethics™

JA Business Ethics™ fosters students’ ethical decision-making as they prepare to enter the workforce and take part in the global marketplace. Seven required, five supplemental, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Careers with a Purpose™

JA Careers with a Purpose™ introduces students to the importance of seeking careers that help them realize their life potential and noble purpose. Seven required, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Economics™

JA Economics™ examines the fundamental concepts of micro-, macro-, and international economics. Seven required, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Exploring Economics™

JA Exploring Economics™examines the fundamental concepts of micro-, macro-, and international economics. Seven required, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Success Skills®

JA Success Skills® helps students develop work-readiness skills necessary for the workplace and life. Seven required, volunteer-led sessions.
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JA Titan®

JA Titan® introduces critical economics and management decisions through an interactive simulation. Seven required, volunteer-led sessions.
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Junior Achievement Presents: The NEFE High School Financial Planning Program

Junior Achievement Presents: The NEFE High School Financial Planning Program introduces students to the importance of making wise financial decisions. The program demonstrates the importance of planning, goal-setting, and thoughtful decision-making within the context of personal financial decisions.
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GLOBE

GLOBE Enter the world of joint ventures with Global Learning of the Business Enterprise (GLOBE). In addition to a text that emphasizes global economics and business, the students compete in an online business simulation or operate a joint-venture company with JA students in another country. It’s a hands-on application of global business. GLOBE is a cross-cultural experience that features the fundamentals of international trade.
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All JA programs are designed to support the skills and competencies identified by the Partnership for 21st Century Skills. These programs also augment school-based, work-based, and connecting activities for communities with school-to-work initiatives.