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JA's year in review

A Year of Growth: JA’S 2022-2023 Fiscal Year

A YEAR OF GROWTH – JA’S 2022-2023 FISCAL YEAR The 2022-2023 fiscal year was a year of growth for Junior Achievement of Western PA (JA). Despite nationwide teacher shortages, a volatile economy and lingering impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, we persisted to improve upon newly established events and programs, like…

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5 Organizational Tips for Academic Success

5 ORGANIZATIONAL TIPS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS Happy Get Organized Day! Each year on April 26, this national holiday challenges individuals to declutter their minds and spaces to increase their mental health, quality of life, productivity, and relaxation.  Organization is especially beneficial for teenagers.  Staying organized can allow you to live…

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West Mifflin LS students at JA BizTown®

JA BizTown® – An Experience For All Students

JA BIZTOWN® – AN EXPERIENCE FOR ALL STUDENTS JA BizTown® is a revolutionary education experience. Challenging the traditional classroom method, JA BizTown® thrusts participants into a real-world simulation that teaches them what it’s like to be an adult and emphasizes the importance of citizenship, financial literacy, work readiness, and community.  …

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