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AUGUST 2023 NEWSLETTER
This Month's Highlights:
- Announcing JA Circle of Wise Women Leaders
- Thank You, JA Board Members!
- Welcome New Storefronts Partners
- Teens Sharpening Skills and Building Futures
- Thought Leadership: AI and Tomorrow's Jobs
- Exciting Events Supporting JA Programs
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As we start the 2023-2024 fiscal year, JA is filled with excitement, optimism and belief in THE POWER OF POSSIBILITIES for our youth. As the CEO of Junior Achievement of South Florida, Andrew and I believe our greatest responsibility is to nurture the next generation and empower them to dream big, break barriers and unleash their full potential.
In a world that’s rapidly evolving, we must encourage young people to embrace change and view challenges as opportunities for success. The power of possibilities allows young people to see beyond limitations and envision an exciting future.
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Supporting youth through relevant, experiential curriculum and real-world simulations and experiences inspires them to explore their passions and pursue diverse career paths. Working with our partner, Broward County Public Schools, JA will help them navigate their journey, helping them develop the skillset and mindset they need to succeed.
By investing in our youth, we are building a stronger future for them, our companies, community and economy. We encourage you to play a role – volunteer, mentor, hire an intern, host career days, sponsor, donate – and help shape the leaders, innovators and change-makers of tomorrow. Together, we can open their eyes to THE POWER OF POSSIBILITIES!
Sincerely,
Laurie Sallarulo
President & CEO
Andrew Koenig
CEO, CITY Furniture/Chair, JA Board
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JA Circle of Wise Women Names New Leadership
JA’s Circle of Wise Women is a group of over 180 empowered women who believe that JA programs are a springboard to show today’s youth their potential for success. The JA Circle of Wise Women committee was recently restructured and elected new leadership.
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Congratulations to Julie Williamson-Bresset, Chair, and Kim Sarni, Vice Chair! Julie and Kim are working with a dynamic group of Circle members to plan events, mentor students and award scholarships to female JA students. There are so many ways to get involved in the Circle of Wise Women!
They will be celebrated with this year's newest Circle members at the upcoming Rosé Soirée on September 14th. CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
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Thank You, JA Board Members! | |
As the summer unfolds and we approach a new school year, we are reminded of how fortunate we are to be supported by an incredible, passionate Board of Directors. Board members work throughout the year setting strategy and advancing the mission of JA. We kicked off the new fiscal year in July laying out an ambitious long-term vision.
There is no shortage of excitement and engagement on the JA board. Thank you for embracing the JA mission, giving your valuable time and support, and being exceptional ambassadors on behalf of over 74,000 youth!
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New JA World Storefronts Opening This Fall! | |
The storefronts in JA BizTown and JA Finance Park are indeed prime real estate, busting with creativity, innovation and enthusiastic students. In these simulated miniature cities, students are fully immersed into pretend adult lives with jobs, managing finances, running businesses and practicing work skills.
JA World storefronts, sponsored by local companies and foundations, represent not just a business but an opportunity for 5th and 8th graders to gain insights into financial literacy, teamwork, problem solving, sales, customer service and so much more.
Our JA storefront sponsors play a crucial role in supporting our youth on these exciting learning journeys. On October 24th, at our Community Impact Breakfast, we will welcome them to the cities and celebrate the opening with an official ribbon-cutting.
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Teens Sharpening Skills and Building Futures | |
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"JA works hard to give their students the opportunity to explore career possibilities and learn and practice skills they need to succeed. It is our intern, Achelyne's last week here at Allied Kitchen & Bath, and it's been a pleasure having her on our team." - Bill Feinberg, President
Throughout the school year, JA’s high school Career Bound and Fellows program participants learn the professional and interpersonal skills needed to enter the workforce. During the summer, they have the opportunity to put these skills into practice as paid interns with local companies. This summer, JA's Youth Employment team supported 80 students and their employers throughout the internship.
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On average 12-15% of our students will be hired to continue their employment. Now that's the outcome we're looking for! On August 8th, we will celebrate the accomplishments of our JA Youth Employment students and recognize and thank our employer partners for investing in our future leaders. | |
Thought Leadership: AI and Tomorrow's Jobs | |
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the way we live and work, and American teens are no exception to this trend. The impact of AI on American teens is both positive and negative, with both opportunities and challenges arising from this technology.
One of the most significant positive impacts of AI on American teens is the increasing availability of educational resources. AI-powered learning tools and virtual assistants can provide personalized learning experiences, making education more engaging and effective. Additionally, AI can help identify students who may be struggling and provide targeted support to help them succeed.
Keep an eye out for how JA is incorporating AI and other technology into its programs!
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Exciting Events Supporting JA Programs | |
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Join co-chairs Alina, Danielle, Elena, Jennifer
and the JA Circle of Wise Women to sip and swirl Rosé
and support Junior Achievement of South Florida’s young ladies!
Celebrate the accomplishments of the 2023 Woman of Wisdom Maureen Canada and 2023 Spark Award Honoree Ana Rodriguez. Pin the latest Circle members and more.
Thursday,
September 14th
4:30 PM - 7 PM
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
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Join JA and The League at this exclusive event featuring all the things men love -- craft brews, whiskey, wine and spirits, premium fare, live and silent auctions and a cigar lounge all in the very desirable setting of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino! Also honor the 2023 Ultimate Man of the Year.
Monday,
November 13th
6 PM - 10 PM
Seminole Hard Rock
Hotel & Casino
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