Skip Navigation

Educators

Let Us Be Your Impact Partner

Girl with a laptop smiling in a classroom

The Leader In Experiential Learning


As an educator, you work hard to engage your students. With all of the distractions inside and outside the classroom, it can be an incredibly challenging task...a task you are measured against even though much of it is beyond your control.

At Junior Achievement, we understand, and we are here to help.

With more than a century of experience and a national presence, we are the leading experiential learning organization in the country. At low or no cost, our proven learning experiences can engage your students by helping them better understand the connection between what they learn in school and life outside the classroom, fostering confidence and promoting a greater interest in learning in the process.

The best part, we are here, ready to help, and will continue to be.

Bring JA Into Your School

Would you like to have Junior Achievement in your students classroom? Get connected to a local JA!

Search by zip code to find a JA near you!


 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is my classroom investment?

We understand that your classroom time is limited. A JA Program is typically taught one hour a day for one week. You can also choose to do it all in one day!

Are JA programs relevant to my teaching goals?

All JA programs align with State Standards and Common Core. JA's engaging program activities help to enhance meeting these goals. Learn more about how JA Programs meet State Standards and Common Core. Learn more about how JA Programs meet State Standards and Common Core.

Where do the volunteers come from?

JA programs are delivered by trained corporate and community volunteers who share their skills and personal and professional experiences to make learning come to life.

Are JA Programs effective?

Yes! An independent research firm showed that an average of eight out of 10 high school students reported that JA programs helped reinforce the importance of staying in school. In longitudinal studies, JA students were significantly more likely than their peers to believe that they would graduate from high school, pursue post-secondary education and graduate from college.

What JA program will be taught in my class?

JA offers several programs for K-12 grade-levels, all at no cost to you or your school. Learn more about our programs.

Do I need to help teach the JA Program?

It is not required, however, you are welcome to participate and assist with the class if you like!

Engaging JA Tools For Students

na

JA Connect

JA Connect is a free online resource for students who want to continue with their JA experience after class.

JA Connect
na

JA Program Resources

JA offers additional curriculum resources to help elevate the Junior Achievement experience for your students.

JA Program Resources

Alignment with State and National Standards

Common Core Standards

For those states that follow common core standards, Junior Achievement's curricula have been reviewed for alignment with these standards! Learn more by selecting the appropriate grade level below.

National Standards

While educational standards are determined primarily at the state level, many national standards serve as guidelines for the development of these state standards. See how Junior Achievement curricula align with the national standards listed below.

State Standards

Junior Achievement curricula are created to align with state standards. To see how our programs align with your state's standards, explore the options below.

Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming

Scope and Sequence

Junior Achievement learning experiences cover financial literacy, career and work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Our extensive scope and sequence helps explain how our programs cover these subjects at various grade levels.

Get Involved with Junior Achievement!

Select a button below to see how you or your organization can get involved with Junior Achievement of Greater St. Louis, Inc..

Donate Volunteer Request A Program


Any questions? Contact us!



Terms and Conditions | Privacy Policy | Accessibility | Website Map | JA Central