Impact
Junior Achievement designs learning experiences with the end in mind: real outcomes for students. Our experiences don't just expose young people to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow in a measurable way.
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Junior Achievement of North Central Michigan provides several ways that you can get involved whether you're someone looking to volunteer, part of a district or school looking for educational materials, or part of a business looking to help us expand the reach of our mission.
Junior Achievement provides activities, guides, thought leadership and lots of additional resources to support learning.
In-person or Virtual you can Volunteer with Junior Achievement and make a profound difference in the youth of our community.
Junior Achievement partners with corporations and individuals to fund the programs that are delivered to our local students.
Junior Achievement of North Central Michigan Spotlight
JA Business Hall of Fame Fall 2026
We invite you to join us in celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of the 2026 Hall of Fame Laureates—individuals whose contributions have made a significant and lasting impact.
View EventVolunteer With JA!
Junior Achievement (JA) learning experiences bring real-world education into the classroom, led by community volunteers like you! As a JA volunteer, you visit a classroom to:
• Share simple lessons about money, work, and careers
• Help students connect what they learn in school to real life
• Inspire kids to see new possibilities for their future
No teaching experience needed. JA provides ready-to-use lesson plans, all materials, and training/support.
Unlocking the Power of Experiential Learning: Preparing Students for the Future of Work
In today’s rapidly evolving workforce, traditional classroom instruction alone is no longer enough. Employers increasingly seek individuals with not just technical knowledge, but also adaptability, critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills. This is where experiential learning steps in, and why Junior Achievement (JA) plays a vital role in reshaping how young people prepare for their futures.
Learn MoreBack to School: Are Teens Being Left Behind on AI?
As students head back to the classroom this fall, new insights from Junior Achievement reveal a growing disconnect between the skills today’s teens need and what they’re learning in school. In a recent national survey conducted by Big Village for Junior Achievement, 64% of teens (ages 13–17) said they are not using AI as a learning tool at school. This comes at a time when AI is rapidly reshaping industries, changing the ways we work, communicate, and solve problems.
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