Junior Achievement Makes a Comeback in Hamilton, Ontario!
🌟 Junior Achievement is Back in Hamilton! 🌟
Get ready to ignite passion, inspire dreams, and shape the future! Join us for the Junior Achievement Launch Event: Igniting Futures, as we bring the JA Company Program back to Hamilton!
📅 Date: Thursday, May 30th, 2024
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Hamilton Hyundai, 1811 Barton Street East
We are thrilled to invite JA Alumni, past Achievers, sponsors, volunteers, and donors to this exciting kickoff event. This is your chance to reconnect, inspire, and empower the next generation of leaders.
At the Junior Achievement Launch Event, you’ll:
- Connect: Meet fellow visionaries, educators, community leaders, and old friends of JA who share your passion for empowering youth.
- Inspire: Hear stories of triumph, resilience, and innovation from students who have achieved greatness through JA programs.
- Empower: Learn how you can make a tangible impact by volunteering, mentoring, or supporting our mission to equip young people with essential skills.
Don’t miss out on this transformative event! RSVP today to reserve your spot and invite a past Alumni or Friend of JA to join you.
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We look forward to seeing you there!
Exciting news for Youth in Hamilton! The Rotary Club of Hamilton proudly announces the expansion of Junior Achievement of South Western Ontario (JA) programs into our city. This marks a significant development, thanks to Rotary’s enduring support for Junior Achievement. Hamilton’s youth now have access to a unique educational approach that combines classroom learning with practical experience, equipping them with vital skills for today’s dynamic job market. This expansion, supported by Rotary, ensures that more young minds in our community are poised for future success.
Junior Achievement os South Western Ontario is launching more inschool programs and on May 30th, 2024 will be announcing the return of the JA Company Program.
We are looking for past JA Alumni – Former Achievers, Participants, Volunteers, Sponsors and Staff!
We want to reconnect. Returning to Junior Achievement (JA) as an alumna/alumnus can be incredibly rewarding and impactful, both for you and for the organization. Your story as a JA alumna/alumnus can serve as inspiration for current students. By sharing your journey and successes, you can motivate them to pursue their own dreams and aspirations.
So, consider rekindling your connection with Junior Achievement today. Whether it’s through volunteering, mentoring, or supporting fundraising efforts, your involvement can make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in your community.
Sign up today. Reconnect, keep updated on JA news, join us at an event or become a JA Volunteer. The Youth of Hamilton will benefit greatly from JA Programs, and we are so excited to be BRING JA BACK TO HAMILTON!
2022 saw the reintroduction of Junior Achievement Programs in Hamilton, featuring initiatives like the Junior Achievement Dollars with Sense and Economics for Success. These programs, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hamilton at Cathy Wever School, are enriching the educational experience of students in grades 6 through 8.
Moreover, the Rotary Club of Hamilton collaborates with JA each spring for the Career Exploration Day – A World of Choices. This event, held at McMaster Innovation Park, draws over 200 students who delve into various career paths. The Hamilton Community Foundation ABACUS Grant plays a crucial role in supporting this initiative.
The Rotary Club of Hamilton’s commitment to Junior Achievement extends to bringing back the Company Program in Fall of 2024, reinforcing its dedication to fostering practical learning experiences for Hamilton’s youth.
Have a history with JA or interested in volunteering or sponsoring JA in Hamilton? Visit www.jaswo.org or contact us to join in expanding JA’s reach to more young individuals in Hamilton.
ROTARY HAMILTON: A Pillar of Support for JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT HAMILTON
The Rotary Club of Hamilton takes pride in reintroducing Junior Achievement programs to the city. As a founding sponsor, the Rotary Club facilitates these programs for grades 6, 7, and 8 at Cathy Wever School. This initiative reflects Rotary Hamilton’s commitment to nurturing the potential of young students in our community.
Rotary Hamilton’s involvement with Junior Achievement dates back to its inception in Hamilton, including a significant donation of $35,000 in 1980 to bolster the program. This long-standing support has seen many JA alumni emerge as successful entrepreneurs and community leaders. Rotary Hamilton’s investment in JA exemplifies its commitment to the future of our community. Join us in celebrating the return of JA to Hamilton.
JOIN THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT MOVEMENT IN HAMILTON
Rotary Hamilton invites JA Alumni, former participants, Achievers, sponsors, and donors to contribute to the growth of JA in Hamilton. For years, Rotary members have volunteered their expertise in local schools, delivering programs focused on business, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. This involvement has empowered thousands of young individuals with skills essential for workplace success. If you are eager to join Rotary Hamilton or sponsor a JA program, we welcome your participation and support.
We’d love to have your corporate support. We need volunteers, materials, supplies and further mentorship with donations. CLICK HERE to get more details.
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Summary of Jr. Achievement South Western Ontario.
At JA South western Ontario, we believe in the boundless potential of youth—and we create opportunities for them to explore this potential through hands-on learning.
JA equips young people with the employment and entrepreneurship skills and mindsets they need to succeed. By building abilities and nurturing self-belief, JA prepares youth for the future of work, ensures they have the tools to be financially capable adults, and teaches them to think entrepreneurially.