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2025 Partners in Achievement Breakfast: A Morning of Inspiration and Impact
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
On May 15, Junior Achievement of Southwest New England’s Partners in Achievement Breakfast brought together business and community leaders, educators, and supporters from across Connecticut for a morning dedicated to student achievement and...
Top 5 Skills Every Young Entrepreneur Should Build Now
Blog from JA USA
By Elizabeth Stepanek
Entrepreneurship
Whether you're dreaming of starting your own business or just want to think more like a boss, building the right skill set is key. From navigating challenges to managing money, the most successful entrepreneurs are constantly learning, adapting, and...
Empowering Futures: Highlights from the 2025 Career Connections for Young Women Program, Sponsored by Ares Management
By Junior Achievement of Southwest New England
Work Readiness
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England’s Career Connections for Young Women (CCYW) program empowers young women with the skills, confidence, and experiences they need to thrive in the professional world. With the generous support of Ares Management, our 2025 program guided high school students through ten transformative weeks of career exploration, leadership development, and financial...
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...
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...
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...