Junior Achievement of Greater Washington

Junior Achievement of Greater Washington JA of Greater Washington is changing the game for our region's youth with relevant, experiential education for the real world.

JA is a non-profit organization that brings together school systems, business leaders and trained volunteer mentors to provide equal access to the tools, people and experiences all youth need to be 100% prepared for real life in the real world.

Stay connected to the stories shaping the next generation. Get inspiring student stories, volunteer opportunities, progr...
08/31/2026

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The biggest impact of an educational experience isn't always what students learn- it's what they begin to believe is pos...
08/30/2026

The biggest impact of an educational experience isn't always what students learn- it's what they begin to believe is possible.

For recent 3DE by Junior Achievement graduate Naishon, that shift happened when he realized the opportunities his experience could unlock.

"Once I realized this is something that could get me a lot of internships and job opportunities, I started taking advantage of my 3DE experience."

Help more students discover what's possible.

Learn more: https://greaterwashington.ja.org/get-involved/index

Every student deserves the chance to learn from someone who's been there before. This fall, volunteers at Junior Achieve...
08/28/2026

Every student deserves the chance to learn from someone who's been there before.

This fall, volunteers at Junior Achievement Finance Park will help students navigate real-world financial decisions, explore career pathways, and build the confidence to prepare for What's Next™.

Your career could inspire a young person's future.

Volunteer with us: greaterwashington.ja.org/volunteer

A student from Eastern Middle School in Silver Spring, MD walked into Junior Achievement Finance Park and came out think...
08/27/2026

A student from Eastern Middle School in Silver Spring, MD walked into Junior Achievement Finance Park and came out thinking differently about every dollar he spends.

"Now that I've done Finance Park, I probably won't want to buy as many things and buy cheaper things and take advantage of free activities."

Giving a 13-year-old the opportunity to practice these real world skills can change how he approaches finances for the rest of his life.

Learn more about how we are impacting students across our community: greaterwashington.ja.org

Employers aren't just hiring for knowledge - they're hiring for skills. Critical thinking. Collaboration. Communication....
08/25/2026

Employers aren't just hiring for knowledge - they're hiring for skills.

Critical thinking.
Collaboration.
Communication.
Adaptability.

These are the durable skills students build through experiences like Junior Achievement Finance Park and 3DE by Junior Achievement.

Preparing for the future workforce starts long before the first resume.

Today, thousands of students across Greater Washington are walking into classrooms filled with possibility. The first da...
08/24/2026

Today, thousands of students across Greater Washington are walking into classrooms filled with possibility.

The first day of school isn't just the start of a new academic year- it's the beginning of new ideas, new confidence, and new opportunities.

At Junior Achievement of Greater Washington, we're excited to partner with educators, volunteers, and businesses to help students prepare for the future.

Here's to a year of learning, growth, and limitless potential.

These aren't just classroom lessons - they're lessons that last a lifetime. Junior Achievement alumni say their experien...
08/21/2026

These aren't just classroom lessons - they're lessons that last a lifetime.

Junior Achievement alumni say their experience helped them:

* Become lifelong learners (91%)
* Build confidence (88%)
* Find more opportunities in school and work (85%)
* Even start their own businesses (59%)

That's the lasting impact of career-connected leanring - and why every student deserves the opportunity to experience it.

Help inspire the next generation: greaterwashington.ja.org/donate

As AI reshapes the workplace, career readiness is changing, too.Critical thinking. Creativity. Collaboration. Communicat...
08/19/2026

As AI reshapes the workplace, career readiness is changing, too.

Critical thinking. Creativity. Collaboration. Communication. Cultural agility. Self-direction.

These are the human capabilities that can help young people adapt, grow and navigate what comes next. Junior Achievement wants to bring this conversation to SXSW EDU 2027 with our proposed session:

Accelerating Human Capability in the Age of AI

We’ll explore how career-connected, experiential learning can help students build these capabilities—and create pathways to credentials, postsecondary education and careers.

Think this conversation belongs at SXSW EDU? Vote by August 23. Review the proposal and click the heart to show your support.

https://bit.ly/Vote4JackH

At Kilmer Middle School in Fairfax County, students walked into Junior Achievement Finance Park ready to test what their...
08/19/2026

At Kilmer Middle School in Fairfax County, students walked into Junior Achievement Finance Park ready to test what their Civics class had taught them.

"This learning model takes some of the big economics theories they learn in Civics class and makes them real. Students come away from the day having a better understanding of what adults and family members struggle with on a daily basis," said school counselor Cara Engel.

Suddenly, their families financial decisions make sense. Economic understanding and empathy grow together, and that's hard to find anywhere else.

Learn more about Junior Achievement: https://greaterwashington.ja.org

Every gift to Junior Achievement of Greater Washington helps a young person see what's possible. Whether it's learning h...
08/17/2026

Every gift to Junior Achievement of Greater Washington helps a young person see what's possible.

Whether it's learning how to manage a budget at Junior Achievement Finance Park or presenting a business solution through 3DE by Junior Achievement, students gain the confidence and real-world experience they need to prepare for life after graduation.

Today's students become tomorrow's employees, entrepreneurs, leaders, and community members.

Invest in their future today. https://greaterwashington.ja.org/donate/index

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919 18th Street NW, Ste 901
Washington D.C., DC
20006

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