Austin High School
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 & 19
Days and Times:
A-2 Wed 11:10 AM 12:40 PM
A-3 Wed 1:30 PM 3:00 PM
A-4 Wed 3:05 PM 4:35 PM
B-5 Thur 1:30 PM 3:00 PM
B-6 Thur 3:05 PM 4:35 PM
JA COMPANY PROGRAM® - December 2024
Program and Description: JA Company Program unlocks the innate ability in high school students to fill a need or solve a problem in their community by launching a business venture and unleashing their entrepreneurial spirit. The program focuses on Company Ops, the majority of meeting time, where students build and manage their business. Meeting-specific, student-friendly materials and resources increase student interaction and emphasize JA’s experiential approach to learning. JA Company Advisors guide students through building and running their businesses.
Time Commitment: One hour weekly, 12 weeks.
Training: Attend a JA Program Training where you'll receive materials and training prior to class.
Volunteer need: 1 or 2 in-person volunteers per class.
Days and Times:
A-2 Wed 11:10 AM 12:40 PM
A-3 Wed 1:30 PM 3:00 PM
A-4 Wed 3:05 PM 4:35 PM
B-5 Thur 1:30 PM 3:00 PM
B-6 Thur 3:05 PM 4:35 PM