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The JA impact is measurable. According to independent evaluators, students who participate in Junior Achievement programs demonstrate a significantly greater understanding of economics and business concepts, particularly those [students] who participate in programs at consecutive levels.

 

The JA program is a partnership in which JA, the classroom teacher, and the volunteer consultant all work together to educate and inspire young people.       The Junior Achievement program is a partnership, with JA office staff, the classroom teacher, and the volunteer consultant, all working together to educate and inspire young people. We give students the background they need to understand and value free enterprise, business, and economics, and to utilize what they learn to improve the quality of their lives. Each partner has an important role to play in ensuring that every child involved has the most meaningful and enriching experience possible.

       Most new volunteers and many teachers who have not participated in JA before are apprehensive about just what is expected of them. Below, we've broken out the basic responsibilities of each JA partner.

 

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  • JA provides all materials, curriculum support, and training for teachers and volunteers. Our goal is to integrate the highest quality economic program possible into the classroom curriculum.

  • We're there to help if you have a problem or concern. Staff members visit as many classes as possible each year, but also depend on volunteers and teachers to contact us with questions. We also want to hear your success stories!

 
 

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  • Role Model: The Volunteer brings an outside business perspective into the classroom and serves as positive role models for students.

  • Communicator: The Volunteer should present the materials and share his/her experiences at a level to which the students can relate and understand.

  • Share Resources: The Volunteer draws on his/her own experiences and provides real life demonstrations of the units presented.

  • Career Awareness: The Volunteer is encouraged to share information about his/her job or profession with the students.

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  • Creator of a positive environment: The Teacher should ensure that the classroom environment is conducive to a positive learning experience.

  • Interpreter: The Teacher should be sure that the Volunteer is speaking at the students' level and that the students understand the vocabulary the Volunteer is using.

  • Bridge between Volunteer and Classroom: The Teacher can enhance the Volunteer's visit by relating the JA materials to course materials being covered between Volunteer visits.

  • School Contact: The Teacher should keep the Volunteer informed about schedule changes, policies, and other school operating information.

  • Assistant: The Teacher should assist the Volunteer with the activities.

  • Disciplinarian: The teacher should remain in the classroom at all times and maintain discipline.

  • Supporter: The teacher should give the Volunteer feedback about his/her presentation.

Please call us at (269) 983-5759 or email info@michianaja.org if you would like more information about volunteering or including your classroom in the JA program.

 
 
Junior Achievement promotes Work Readiness, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Literacy.

 

Junior Achievement uses hands-on experiences to help young people understand the economics of life. In partnership with business and educators, JA brings the real world to students, opening their minds to their potential.

   
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