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> Junior Achievement: A Partner Educators Can Rely On
> Junior Achievement: A Partner Educators Can Rely On
Junior Achievement (JA) is a trusted education partner, working alongside educators and district leaders to support classroom instruction with real‑world, standards‑aligned learning.
What JA Offers Educators
Turn‑key, standards‑aligned curriculum ready to use with minimal prep
Flexible implementation options (teacher‑led, blended, in‑class, or remote)
Strong teacher supports, including pacing guides, ready‑to‑use resources, and digital tools that save planning time
How JA Supports Classroom Goals
Connects academic content to real‑world applications
Supports career readiness, financial literacy, and work‑ready skills often required by state standards and graduation pathways
Adapts easily to diverse learners, schedules, and instructional environments
Why JA Matters for Students
Helps students connect school to careers and life after graduation
Builds confidence in making informed decisions about money and future plans
Develops practical skills students can use now and long term
Curriculum Samples & Instructional Projects
Students explore the concept of risk and why it is important to recognize and manage it. They learn how unexpected events can lead to financial loss and how individuals use tools like insurance to reduce risk and protect themselves from costs beyond their control.
Students learn strategies for a savings plan, including identifying a savings goal and putting money aside consistently.
This culminating project will allow them to synthesize their learning from Theme 1.
Students examine a process for making decisions taking data and known details into account. They assist a peer in making a decision about what career they should pursue. Students use a decision tree to analyze options and recommend a course of action.
Tools You Can Use with Students Today
How to Bring JA Into Your Classroom
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