November 2016 
Newsletter



TOGETHER,
SHAPING THE FUTURE.

Dear Friends of JA: 
 
Whether you volunteered your time, made a financial contribution, invited JA into your classroom or attended one of our events this year - we are thankful for you this holiday season.
 
With your support, we are currently on track to reach our new goal of bringing JA's life-changing financial literacy programs to 75,000 students this year.  This is no small feat!  Thank you for supporting Junior Achievement. Together, we'll continue to inspire and prepare the next generation of San Diego's leaders.
 
Please save the date and join us for our first event of the New Year, Casino Night on Friday, Jan. 27th at the McGrath Family JA BizTown.  We are partnering with 6 Degrees Business Networking to host the night of fun while supporting JA kids.   Click here to RSVP.

Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season!

Marla 
 
December Volunteer Opportunities 

Once again we are counting on   YOU  to bring our financial literacy programs to life. Your role as a JA volunteer is vital in shaping the lives of tomorrow's leaders.   We are looking for volunteers to support our "Mission Fed JA Finance Park" and "JA in a Day" programs this December. 
 T hank you   for inspiring our next generation of San Diego leaders.  For more details on current JA volunteer needs,  please see below:
 


#GivingTuesday

Thank you for supporting JA on

Thank you for supporting JA on #GivingTuesday.  With your support, we raised more than a thousand dollars on the global day of giving.   The financial donations support our mission of teaching kids how to get a job, start a business and how to manage their money.
 

They took time from their busy schedules to be part of the #GivingTuesday movement by sharing
"Why They Give to JA" on camera. In you missed the videos on social media, check out o JA's  You-Tube channel.  Here is JA YES!, Sarah Goforth:
 

Sarah Goforth: Why I Give to JA
Sarah Goforth: Why I Give to JA

Be a Champion for Youth

This year, we are once again partnering with The Century Club and Farmers Insurance through the Champions for Youth initiative. The charity campaign featured at the upcoming PGA Golf Tournament at Torrey Pines allows JA to receive 100% of your contribution---plus qualify for up-to $45,000 in additional bonus funding. 

Be a  Champion for Youth and support JA's life-changing programs through this amazing initiative.  GIVE NOW.
 









Bank of America team gives a thumbs-up to teaching financial literacy for a JA Day program.

Bank of America + JA = Making a Difference  

Bank of America's Ben Trieu teaches 1st graders about jobs. 
Junior Achievement has once again made a measurable impact on the next generation of San Diego's leaders thanks to   the Bank of America team. Thirty-three employees took a break from their day jobs to bring financia l literacy education to 795 students at Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary in San Marcos.  

"As an active supporter of JA, I am proud that so many Bank of America employees are volunteering their time and talents to share their knowledge, experience and passion with today's youth,"  said  JA Board Member, Karen Harrison, Senior Vice President at Bank of America. 

"We're pleased to have worked with JA for the past 15 years to impact thousands of students in our community by teaching them critical financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills."

Greg Olafson, Wendy Gillespie, Chad Ruyle, Marla Black, Clinton Selfridge, Martha Phillips and Jennifer Barns kick-off Entrepreneurship Month.  

Celebrating Entrepreneurship Month
During the month of November, local entrepreneurs shared their talents and passion with middle and high school students.   Junior Achievement Board Member, Wendy Gillespie, kicked off National Entrepreneurship Month with a celebration honoring entrepreneurs and their contributions to our economy at her home.  Wendy shared her experiences as a young student involved in JA Company Program years ago.  She spoke to the impact of this program and how it has influenced her life as a successful businesswoman and entrepreneur.  Over the course of four weeks, entrepreneurs entered into over 12 classrooms to share their personal testimonies. 

We would like to specifically thank those entrepreneurs who dedicated time to this volunteer initiative:
  • Tiffany Grace Nicole, Owner of 5 Foot 3
  • Marina Gil, Founder & College Consultant at Savvy College Consumer
  • Dimitris "MoneyMan" Magemeneas of Edward Jones
  • Dr. Andre Tran, President of John Harvard Academy, Board Director of Harvard Business School Alumni Club of San Diego, Co-Administrator and Faculty of HBS Management Development Program San Diego and Faculty, the SEAL Honor Foundation, Transition Management Program
  • Ken Schmitt, CEO and Cofounder of TurningPoint Executive Search
  • Elena and Grayson Barbour, CEO and Founder of Little Sprouts Academy
  • Debbra Sweet, Founder of Thrive Right Consulting and Sweet Marketing Solutions, bestselling author, Director of BNI San Diego
  • Alex Pascal, CEO and Founder of CoachLogix
  • Owen Barrett, Co-founder and CEO of l u m e o 
Board Member Chuck Manzuk with SDG&E celebrates winning JA's Bowl-A-Thon trophy with Ibarra students. 

Sempra/SDG&E Team Brings a Dose of F inancial 
Literacy Inside the Classroom

A team of 40 corporate volunteers from   Sempra and SDG&E  delivered JA in a Day to 520 students at   Ibarra Elementary in City Heights.  During the JA Day, students learned about financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. 
 
"We  are dedicated to the development of the next generation of diverse, responsible, and prepared leaders in San Diego and our partnership with JA ensures local students receive the skills they need to succeed in the workforce,"  said JA Board Member Chuck Manzuk , Director at  SDG&E, a Sempra Energy Company.  

During the event, Chuck and Sempra/SDG&E team were presented with the 'Golden Pin Trophy,'  for raising the most funds during the 2016 JA Bowl-A-Thon. With their support, 425 students will receive  a JA  program.  Way to Go!  
 


Love Your Job?
Share it with a Kid!

We invite you to join over 40 top San Diego companies who have committed to building a better San Diego workforce by sponsoring a "Job" in the Mission Fed JA Finance Park."  


 For just $4500, in perpetuity, the "Jobs in the Park" sponsorship allows young people to learn about your company and connect with 25,000 students and potential job seekers each year. 

 

Get involved today to build a financially strong future for tomorrow visit:  

 
Introducing JA Yes! members. 

Meet JA Young Executive Society - JA YES!
We are proud to welcome  young business men and women  to JA Yes!  The young executives are rolling up their sleeves by fundraising, "friend-raising", and volunteering for JA programs.    If you are interested in joining JA Yes!, please contact Martha Phillips at  [email protected]  
 
Volunteer Spotlight: Dimitris Magemeneas

This month's volunteer spotlight is Dimitris Magemeneas.  The father of two has been a dedicated JA volunteer in North County for the past five years.   When he is not at work or with his family, he can be found teaching financial literacy to the students at Mission Bay High School.  His passion to empower tomorrow's leaders was recently recognized by the North County Philanthropy Council. The Financial Advisor and Partner at San Macros' Edward Jones office was honored as 2016 Volunteer of Year for his work on behalf of Junior Achievement. 
 
"My involvement with Junior Achievement began five years ago when I volunteered with my 5th grade daughter at JA BizTown," said Magemeneas.  "It continues today as I teach JA curriculum on personal finance and career success to students at Mission Bay High.   I enjoy connecting classroom learning to the real world of adult responsibilities and look forward to volunteering for JA for many years to come!"

     

We are delighted to recognize Dimitris Magemeneas as JA Volunteer of the Month.   Thank you for making a difference with your passion, dedication, and expertise.    If you would like to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to volunteer with JA.  Get involved now by visiting  jasandiego.org  

In the News

Cw6- TV looks at how high school students are preparing for financial success at Mission Fed JA Finance Park.   

JA's Valerie Hash gives a tour of the hig-tech Career Center at the Mission Fed JA Finance Park.

 
JA's Education Manager for North County Coastal, Kerri de Jager and her JA Day volunteers are featured in the local Vista newspaper.  
 
JA's Marla Black and Superintendent Cindy Marten discuss new partnership to bring all 10th grade students in San Diego Unified School District to Mission fed JA Finance Park on KOGO/600 AM.