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JA IT’S MY BUSINESS® - FALL 2024

Program and Description: JA It's My Business! provides students an opportunity to learn how to turn an idea into a business. The program introduces students to the process of design thinking as a problem-solving process and provides an authentic entrepreneurial experience for students, with each session building toward a product-pitch competition.

  • Duration: One hour weekly for six weeks.

  • Start Date: September 18 & 19

  • Volunteer need: 1 or 2 in-person volunteers per class. Spanish Speakers are a plus!

  • Days and Times:

    • A-4 Wed 3:05 PM 4:35 PM

    • B-5 Thur 9:05 AM 10:35 AM

    • B-7 Thur 1:30 PM 3:00 PM

JA Be Entrepreneurial® - Fall 2024

Program and Description: JA Be Entrepreneurial introduces students to the essential elements of a practical business plan and then challenges them to start an entrepreneurial venture while still in high school. Students will learn about advertising, competitive advantages, financing, marketing, and product development.

  • Duration: One hour weekly, 8 weeks

  • Training: Attend a JA Program Training where you'll receive materials and training prior to class.

  • Volunteer need: 1 - 2 per class

  • Start Date: September 18

  • Days and Times:

    • A-2 Wed 11:10 AM 12:40 PM

    • A-3 Wed 1:30 PM 3:00 PM

    • B-6 Thur 11:10 AM 12:40 PM

JA COMPANY PROGRAM® - Spring 2025

Program and Description: JA Company Program empowers high school students to fill a need or solve a problem in their community and teaches them practical skills required to conceptualize, capitalize, and manage their own business venture. Community volunteers and mentors provide real-world guidance and experience to the student-led startup.

  • Duration: One hour weekly for 12 weeks.

  • Start Date: Spring semester 2025

  • Volunteer need: 1 to 2 in-person volunteers per class. Spanish Speakers are a plus!

  • Days and Times:

    • TBD