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Honoring Leaders of the Present and Future- Highlights from the 2025 JA Business Hall of Fame
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Entrepreneurship
On April 1, Junior Achievement of Southwest New England hosted its 46th Annual JA Business Hall of Fame in Hartford, an evening bringing together local businesses and community members to celebrate the power of outstanding leadership, entrepreneurship, and community impact. Throughout the evening, JASWNE honored four individuals and two companies for their lasting contributions to Connecticut’s...
Celebrating Volunteer Month: The Heart of JASWNE
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Community Involvement
At Junior Achievement of Southwest New England, our volunteers are at the core of everything we do! During Volunteer Month, we’re excited to spotlight some of the incredible individuals bring JA’s mission to life by empowering young people to strive for success, plan for their futures, and make smart financial and career...
Senator Blumenthal Inspires JA Maritime Students in Thomaston to Dive into Submarine Careers
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Corporate Responsibility
Students at Thomaston High School had a unique opportunity on March 18th to explore the diverse career paths within Connecticut's submarine industry during a special event featuring U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal. Organized by JA Maritime, the event aimed to showcase the wealth of possibilities within the state's vital "submarine...
Industry Leaders Gather as Congressman Courtney Charts Course for JA Maritime's Skilled Workforce Vision
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
The vital currents of the submarine industrial base were the focus of a dynamic gathering on March 10th as JA Maritime convened industry leaders, government officials, and maritime professionals in Hartford. Hosted at Robinson + Cole, the JA Maritime Industry Networking & Workforce Development Event served as a crucial platform to forge stronger connections, gain critical insights, and chart a...
Central Launches $500 Scholarship for Junior Achievement Students
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Financial Literacy
Central Connecticut State University (Central) recently announced a new scholarship opportunity for students who complete a Junior Achievement of Southwest New England (JA) concurrent enrollment course and later attend Central as full-time students. This new initiative offers a $500 scholarship to the university, which can be renewed for up to four years. The scholarship is in addition to other...
Building a Strong Financial Foundation: Equipping Teens for a Brighter Tomorrow
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Financial Literacy
In honor of Financial Literacy Month, we explore the challenges teens face in today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world and emphasize the vital role financial education plays in shaping a more secure and promising...
Rolling Toward Impact: JASWNE’s Bowl-A-Thon with The Hartford
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Community Involvement
This year’s Bowl-A-Thon with The Hartford was more than just fun—it was a record-breaking fundraising event for a brighter future! With a goal of $100,000, The Hartford’s employees and partners bowled their hearts out and raised an incredible $123,000, including a generous match from The Hartford. That’s a whole lot of strikes for students across...
2024 Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Corporate Responsibility
On November 21, 2024, over 220 high school students from five Connecticut schools gathered at Stanley Black & Decker Headquarters for Junior Achievement of Southwest New England’s (JASWNE) second annual Stock Market Challenge. This high-energy, hands-on event brought the world of stock trading to life, blending competition, teamwork, and financial strategy for an unforgettable...
Teens Want Financial Literacy Education, But Many Schools Don’t Offer It
Blog from JA USA
By Kelsey Matzinger
Financial Literacy
While the demand for financial literacy education is high among teens, the availability of such courses is disappointingly low. Junior Achievement continues to bridge this gap by offering comprehensive programs that equip students with essential life...
HAILEY WASHINGTON – INSPIRED BY JA, INSPIRING TO EVERYONE
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
As many experienced when she served as the Master of Ceremonies at our Business Hall of Fame ceremony in April, Hailey, a recent Wethersfield High School graduate, is poised for a remarkably bright future. And, as she shared that evening, her deep history with Junior Achievement played a significant role in her...