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The World
Out There Starts Here.
Since 1954, we’ve been on a mission to prepare students to be future-ready through innovative, authentic, real-world programs like JA Finance Park. We bring the hope, confidence, and motivation needed for success.
93%
of students
can create a budget after completing the JA Finance Park Program.
84%
of JA Alumni
report that JA influenced their decision to pursue higher education.
95%
of JA students
understand that personal skills and interests are important in choosing a career.
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JASoCal has 22 immersive learning experiences on three pathways for students ages 5-25 (aligned to CA standards!) taught in the classroom, workplace, JA Finance Park, and beyond that prepare students for the future of jobs, financial wellness, and entrepreneurial success.
“Helping students gain the financial education needed to pave their own path to success is incredibly rewarding. Whether mentoring kids to solve real-world budget problems in real-time or sharing insights into skills and careers … I’m always inspired by their creativity, tenacity, and humor.”
Lisa Herbert
Sr. Marketing and Communications Executive Volunteer, JA Finance Park & JA Job Shadow
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What an inspiring morning at Inspired to Hired: Celebrating our 3DE partners and participants.
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday to celebrate the partnerships, educators, volunteers, and students helping bring real-world learning to life through the 3DE Schools education ...model.
Want to learn more about the event and the impact of these partnerships? Read our recap blog: https://jasocal.org/inspired-to-hired-celebrating-the-power-of-3de-partnerships-and-real-world-learning/
A special thank you to Deloitte and Donte for hosting us in your incredible space overlooking SoFi Stadium.
We’re grateful to our panelists for sharing their insight and experiences:
• Donte Apperwhite – Case challenge partner, Deloitte
• Ruby Barrios – Case Challenge Supporter, Team One
• Daniel Dunn – Educator, 3DE at Centennial High School
And heartfelt thanks to our wonderful emcee and 3DE alumna, Kaihla Rivas, for guiding the morning with authenticity, energy, and care. We are so incredibly proud of her continued accomplishments.
One of the highlights of the event was hearing from student speaker Lonnie during a meaningful conversation with Kaihla about confidence, opportunity, and the impact of career-connected learning.
We were also proud to recognize our partnering organizations from this year who are helping shape and sustain this work, including our founding partners, Delta, Deloitte, Gensler, KPMG, and McCarthy Cook.
Thank you for believing in students, investing in possibility, and helping us continue building pathways from inspiration to opportunity. If your company is interested in investing in education in a deeply meaningful way, we are ready to show you how. Please contact Alex Rojas at Arojas@jasocal.org
📅 Volunteer Opportunity: Thursday, May 28
Give back in a meaningful way at JA Finance Park!
🕒 7:45 AM – 1:45 PM
👥 Support students from Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
💡 Help them build real-world money skills
A few hours... = a lasting impact.
👉 Sign up: https://engage.ja.org/volunteer/classdetails?site=JA_of_Southern_California&s=33B7A66E-647F-46E4-984D-1A327E8B9387&c=CL-1951286
#VolunteerWithJASoCal #CommunityImpact #MakeADifference
📅 Volunteer Opportunity: Friday, May 22
Make an impact at JA Finance Park by supporting students from Compton Unified as they build real-world financial skills and plan for their future.
We’re currently seeking volunteers (7:45 AM – 2:15 PM) to help guide ...juniors and seniors through this hands-on experience!
Give a few hours. Make a lasting difference!
👉 Register today: (Link in bio!)
#CorporateVolunteering #JASoCal #VolunteerOpportunity #MakeAnImpact
📅 Volunteer Opportunity: Monday, May 18
Start your week with purpose at JA Finance Park! Support students as they prepare for life after graduation through real-world financial decision-making.
We’re currently seeking volunteers from 7:45-2:15pm to help guide ...students through this impactful, hands-on experience.
Make a meaningful impact in just one day!
👉 Register today! (Link in bio)
#CorporateVolunteering #JASoCal #VolunteerOpportunity #MakeAnImpact
It’s day four(ish) of Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’ve yet another ✨VIP✨ of our 3DE classrooms.
Today's teacher spotlight is on Mr. Matthew Reeves, Social Studies & 3DE launch teacher at Dominguez High School!
Scroll to learn more about Mr. Reeves ...and give him a big 👍️!
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All week long, we’re celebrating FIVE incredible educators who go above and beyond—bringing Junior Achievement to life for their students on top of everything already on their plates (which, let’s be honest, is already a lot).
They’re not just teaching.
They’re mentoring. Inspiring. Connecting learning to real life.
It’s day three of Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re rolling out yet another ✨VIP✨ of our classrooms.
Today's teacher spotlight is on Mr. Daniel Dunn, English & 3DE launch teacher at Centennial High School!
Scroll and see some great things about Mr. ...Dunn!
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All week long, we’re celebrating FIVE incredible educators who go above and beyond—bringing Junior Achievement to life for their students on top of everything already on their plates (which, let’s be honest, is already a lot).
They’re not just teaching.
They’re mentoring. Inspiring. Connecting learning to real life.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #JuniorAchievement #GratitudeInAction #3DESchools #CentennialHigh #ComptonUnified
It’s day two of Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re rolling out another ✨VIP✨ of our classrooms.
Today's teacher spotlight is on Mr. Joshua Jones, audio production & 3DE launch teacher at Compton High School!
All week long, we’re celebrating FIVE ...incredible educators who go above and beyond—bringing Junior Achievement to life for their students on top of everything already on their plates (which, let’s be honest, is already a lot).
They’re not just teaching.
They’re mentoring. Inspiring. Connecting learning to real life.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #JuniorAchievement #GratitudeInAction #3DESchools #ComptonHigh #ComptonUnified
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re rolling out the ✨VIPs✨ of our classrooms.
All week long, we’re celebrating FIVE incredible educators who go above and beyond—bringing Junior Achievement to life for their students on top of everything already on their plates (which, ...let’s be honest, is already a lot).
Today's teacher is Anna Leon, Palmdale Academy Charter School.
They’re not just teaching.
They’re mentoring. Inspiring. Connecting learning to real life.
And we think that deserves a spotlight. 💡
Stay tuned as we introduce each of them this week 👀
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #JuniorAchievement #GratitudeInAction
📅 Volunteer Opportunity: Saturday, May 9
Make your Saturday count at JA Finance Park. Support students from Burbank and Greater East Valley as they build real-world financial skills and confidence for their future.
We’re looking for volunteers from 7:45 AM – ...1:45 PM to guide students through this hands-on experience.
Give a few hours. Make a lasting impact.
👉 Register today: (Link in bio)
#CorporateVolunteering #JASoCal #VolunteerOpportunity
