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JA’s Outcomes-Based Strategic Blueprint
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Corporate Responsibility
At Junior Achievement, we believe every student deserves a future filled with choices and opportunities. That belief is the foundation of JA’s outcomes-based strategic blueprint; a clear, intentional approach to education that starts not with programs, but with the outcomes that matter most for students’ long-term...
Preparing Students for What’s Next: Key Insights from a Recent JA Alumni Survey
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Corporate Responsibility
Our recent survey of Gen Z and Millennial JA alumni demonstrate and reflects the tangible ways JA is helping students prepare...
2026 Indys Best & Brightest Finalists Unveiled
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
Discover the list of inspiring individuals that have been named the 2026 Indy's Best & Brightest...
Education for What’s Next: Powering Economic Mobility
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Corporate Responsibility
What’s next? It’s the question on everyone’s mind. Technologies we’ve never seen before are reshaping the world in ways we never imagined. Jobs people rely on today may not exist...
State of Indiana Awards $995,000 Grant to Junior Achievement of Central Indiana
By Mariah Maier
Corporate Responsibility
The newly awarded funding will enable JA Central Indiana to expand program reach and continue delivering high-quality educational experiences that prepare young people to thrive in an evolving...
The ROI of Investing in Youth: Why Economic Mobility is a Community Imperative
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Corporate Responsibility
When we talk about “return on investment,” our minds often jump to balance sheets, bottom lines, and quarterly reports. But what if the greatest ROI isn’t financial in the short term but social, economic, and generational in the long...
JA x PS43 Foundation STEM Day Sparks Big Dreams for Central Indiana Students
By Mariah Maier
Work Readiness
More than 400 students spent the day diving into hands-on activities, meeting STEM professionals, and discovering how science, technology, engineering, and math connect to real-world...
JA BizTown Welcomes The UPS Store: Inspiring Future Entrepreneurs
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana celebrated the grand opening of The UPS Store imaginative storefront at JA BizTown. This exciting addition gives students hands-on experience in entrepreneurship, customer service, and business operations, helping them build real-world skills and confidence. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to empowering the next generation of...
Celebrating Icons at the 37th Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame
By Mariah Maier
Community Involvement
On October 2, the Lucas Estate sparkled as 400 business and community leaders came together for Junior Achievement’s 37th Annual Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame...
Gen Z's Career Confidence vs. Future Challenges: What Today’s Teens Really Think About Work, AI, and Education
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Work Readiness
As American teens stand on the brink of adulthood, they're navigating a rapidly changing world — one shaped by artificial intelligence, shifting views on higher education, and increasing financial pressure. But according to new research from Junior Achievement USA and Citizens, despite these mounting challenges, today’s teens are still remarkably optimistic about the...
