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Congrats Melvin “Mel” Washington, JA’s 50th Golden Achievement Honoree
By Beck Harhai
Corporate Responsibility
Longtime JA supporter and board member Melvin "Mel" Washington awarded JA's prestigious Golden Achievement...
18 Under Eighteen Honoree Elijah Majocha Runs for Local School Board
By Beck Harhai
Community Involvement
Former 18 Under Eighteen honoree and JA student is campaigning for an open seat on the Highlands School District School...
New Research Shows Teens are Re-Thinking the Future of Work
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Work Readiness
In today's world, teens are increasingly exploring alternatives to the traditional higher education route. That’s why Junior Achievement and Citizens conducted a study to gain insight into where teens' thoughts are when it comes to the cost of higher...
5 Organizational Tips for Academic Success
By Beck Harhai
Work Readiness
Being organized is a habit formed through practice and repetition. Check out this blog for five ways to practice and achieve organization in your...
JA BizTown® – An Experience for All Students
By Beck Harhai
Work Readiness
Through JA BizTown® for 4th - 6th grade students, Junior Achievement of Western PA (JA) provides memorable, motivational experiences to all populations allowing them to envision a life where their dreams become a...
JA Empowers the Next Generation of Female Leaders at the Second Annual Empower Her Summit
By Beck Harhai
Community Involvement
On March 10, 2023, over 100 high school girls came together to claim their passion, power and potential at Junior Achievement of Western PA’s (JA’s) second annual Empower Her Summit presented by...
Empowering Women on International Women’s Day
By Beck Harhai
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement celebrates International Women's...
Second Annual 18 Under Eighteen Event Honors the Next Generation of Leaders
By Beck Harhai
Corporate Responsibility
Junior Achievement of Western PA (JA) hosted their 18 Under Eighteen recognition ceremony on February 7,...
JA My Story | Zach Fleming
Blog from JA USA
By Ed Grocholski
Community Involvement
Not every student plans to go to college and finds JA valuable in introducing young people to careers that don’t require a degree, such as in the skilled trades, as well as occupations students can pursue straight out of high school. Volunteers often share their career journeys with students, making JA even more...
JA Worldwide Nominated for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize
Blog from JA USA
By Ed Grocholski
Community Involvement
We’re proud to announce that JA Worldwide has been nominated for the 2023 Nobel Peace Prize, the second such honor in two years. Junior Achievement USA is a member of JA...