Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes @JA_GreatLakes
Providing K-12 student programs in entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and work readiness. michigangreatlakes.ja.org Grand Rapids, MI Joined August 2010-
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🌍✨ Journeying across the globe from the 90s to the 2000s, JA never stopped innovating! We set up two new regional operating centers and unleashed our game-changing blended programs! 🚀💫
"Success isn't overnight. It's when every day you get a little better than the day before. It adds up." - Dwayne Johnson
JA fosters academic and professional skills, leveraging digital experiences and promoting innovation. Join us in shaping tomorrow's leaders! bit.ly/3qSyISq #Education #SkillsForSuccess #FutureOfWork
Why JA? Because it makes a difference in the lives of young people.
"Nobody sets the rules but you. You can design your own life.” - Carrie-Anne Moss
Building a supportive #corporateculture is vital for attracting and retaining skilled individuals. One effective method to achieve this is through the implementation of #employeevolunteer programs. Learn how: bit.ly/3Jkoj8k
The 80s were a whirlwind in the USA, and JA was right there in the mix! We spread our wings and went global, opening doors in vibrant places like South Africa, Brazil, Costa Rica, and beyond. 🌍🌟 #JAInternationalExpansion
As a leading youth-serving NGO, JA delivers immersive learning opportunities. Get involved and help shape the future by empowering young individuals. Learn more: bit.ly/42UxfIu
#MakeADifference in students' lives with JA!
"There are no shortcuts to any place worth going." - Beverly Sills
From marking its 50-year anniversary to recognizing one of the first notable alumni, 1969–1972 was a time of major growth for Junior Achievement. Join us as we continue to walk through a part of JA's history.
Did you know that JA had a major period of growth from the 1930s to the 1960s? From an article about JA in Reader's Digest to the first annual National Junior Achievement Week, JA's impact on youth entrepreneurship has continued to grow. Celebrate JA's history with us!
"In diversity there is beauty and there is strength." - Maya Angelou
Meet Mitch Kuy, a Microsoft Azure Specialist and JA alumnus who credits his success to the lessons he learned in #financialliteracy, #workreadiness, and #entrepreneurship through JA. bit.ly/3WusUu4
The 1920s were a decade of jazz, stock market booms, and art deco, but it was also the start of something great: Junior Achievement! See how JA helped shape the future of entrepreneurship and financial literacy education with a glimpse into JA's history.
Your expertise and experience can make a difference in the lives of young people. 🌟 Join us in creating a positive impact and empowering the next generation. #MakeADifference #EmpowerYouth #ShareYourExpertise
Celebrate the remarkable journey of Maggie, whose childhood experience in JA BizTown propelled her to Capitol Hill. She authored the Earn to Learn Act, opening doors to scholarships for low-income students. bit.ly/3ID60ee
Happy #HigherEducationDay! Today, we celebrate the transformative power of education and the educators who inspire us to learn and grow.
"Diversity: the art of thinking independently together." - Malcolm Forbes
A survey by Citizens and Junior Achievement found that more than half of teenagers express confidence in their ability to compete for future job opportunities despite AI currently being all the rage. What are your thoughts? bit.ly/434UQao
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