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JA Stock Market Challenge

Stock Market Challenge trading floor with teams and volunteers ready to begin; screen in background with stocks information

Featuring: JA Take Stock in Your Future

Through JA Take Stock in Your Future®, students discover the benefits and challenges of investing in the stock market as part of a broader, long-term investment strategy and the risks and rewards of trading. (grades 9-12) The program includes five 45- minute sessions, with additional extended learning activities and optional digital assets offered throughout, including an optional online or site-based JA Stock Market Challenge competition.

Empowering Tomorrow's Investors


When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Where: Stanley Black & Decker
Time: 10:00 AM ET
 
The JA Take Stock in Your Future program is a dynamic 5-week course that introduces students to stock fundamentals, market impacts, and investment strategies. Through engaging lessons and practical exercises, students gain essential skills in financial literacy and investment decision-making.

The program culminates in the Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge, where students manage $1,000,000 in simulated investments. With each trading day limited to just 60 seconds, they experience the thrill of fast-paced decision-making and portfolio management, applying what they've learned in a competitive and interactive environment.

To express our gratitude, we invite our supporters to an exclusive evening event. Network with Connecticut’s top professionals, enjoy food and drinks, and engage in a repeat of the stock market simulation. Test your skills and compete for trophies in this lively and engaging setting.

2024 JA Stock Market Challenge Highlight Reel

Highlight footage of Junior Achievement of Southwest New England's first ever JA Stock Market Challenge!

Stock Market Challenge Video

On March 12, 2024 Junior Achievement of Southwest New England will launch the JA Stock Market Challenge in Connecticut! Footage shown in this video is from another JA area to help you see what to expect in March 2024.

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

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Capital Sponsor

Investment Sponsor

Logo for RSM US LLP

Blue Chip Sponsor

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Logo for Webster Bank

Penny Stocks Sponsor

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Portfolio Sponsor

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Technology Sponsor

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Awards & Prizes Sponsor

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Host Sponsor

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Student Sponsor

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Sponsorships for these events are critical for Junior Achievement to continue providing life-changing programs to students in our community. These programs are delivered at no cost to students. You can make a difference in the lives of these students by participating in this world-class event! Contact us to get more information on how to sponsor a JA Event!

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