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The Payoff Behind Time Management
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Work Readiness
From the start of life, we learn how to prioritize daily events. From waking up to dinner time to bedtime, we become accustomed to routines. Time management, or what some may say personal management, follows the same guidelines, only we adjust our day to fit the non-routine elements better. While this soft skill benefits children of all ages in their learning, it has the long-term impact of...
Exciting JA Board News
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement of Southwest New England is proud to appoint new Chairman of the Board Jay Buth, VP & Controller at Eversource Energy, to a two-year...
Qualities and Skills that Transfer to Entrepreneurial Success
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Entrepreneurship
Every parent wants their child to succeed. To find their "niche" where their personality and skills will pay off in the long run. Fortunately, there is a professional space that is full of possibility and innovation for...
Job Vacancies' Reaching an All-Time High & What it Means for Teens
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Work Readiness
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the last business day of March 2021 brought a record high of 8.1 million job openings in the United States. Among those hiring, industries including accommodation and food services, state and local government education, arts, entertainment, and recreation experiences experienced the most significant workers'...
Getting Your Child Set Up with a Bank Account
Blog from JA USA
By Hannah Henry
Financial Literacy
This blog discusses how you can set your child up with his or her first bank account, the benefits, and tips for how you can establish smart financial...
JA Volunteer Spotlight: Eric Judge
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement recognizes some of our wonderful...
JA Educator Spotlight: Andrea Crittenden
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement recognizes some of our wonderful...
Junior Achievement and the National African American Insurance Association Announce Partnership
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Corporate Responsibility
Junior Achievement USA (JA) and the National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) recently announced a new national partnership focused on closing the racial wealth gap in the United...
JA Student Spotlight: Chereece Burrell
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement recognizes some of our wonderful...
JA Volunteer Spotlight
By Jacqueline Lombardi
Community Involvement
Junior Achievement recognizes some of our wonderful...