Junior Achievement Student Events bring Real World Learning to life! They bridge the gap between academic concepts taught in the classroom and practical application. These events provide students with hands-on experiences that enhance their understanding and knowledge while helping to develop their critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and professional competencies, making their education more relevant and dynamic.

Teachers will collaborate with the Sr. Manager, Learning Experiences to ensure the layers of the event meet student needs. Pre-event curriculum will take place in the classroom to help level set and prepare students for the actual event.

Have questions or can’t find what you are looking for? Contact the Senior Manager, Learning Experiences for more information.

Groups can request programs beginning August 1. Ready to begin? Sign up here!

Current Offerings:

Pitch Competitions

Pitch Competitions give students a chance to learn about design thinking and put the process into practice. They are offered on-site at the JA Youth Learning Lab and created in collaboration with JA staff, teachers, and volunteers.
● Ahead of the event, students will learn about empathy mapping, ideating, and market research in their classroom.
● At JA, students will be presented with a problem from the community and work in teams to create an innovative solution using the design thinking process.
● They will present their solution back to a panel of judges and a winning team will be announced.

Logistics
● Minimum number of students: 30
● Maximum number of students: 80
● Number of pre-event curriculum sessions taught by educators: 3-5
● Time Commitment at JA Youth Learning Lab: 4-5 hours
● Preparation & Training Commitment: Minimum of 2 planning calls and one 30-minute training session with facilitator leads.

The Process:

STEP 1:

Fill out the JA Students Events request form.

STEP 2:

Receive confirmation email and invoice for fees associated with the event. Pay invoice within 15 days of receipt.

STEP 3:

Collaborate with JA Senior Manager, Learning Experiences to ensure layers of the event meets student needs and participate in facilitator training sessions as required.

STEP 4:

Gain access to curriculum and materials for use during pre-event program sessions.

STEP 5:

Conduct JA pre-event programming.

STEP 6:

Attend JA Student Event.

Fees:

Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City makes every effort to keep costs minimal for school districts & community partners. Please refer to the table below to estimate costs for your class(es) to participate in JA Student Events.

Free & Reduced Lunch Rate
0%-25%
26%-50%
51%-75%
76%-100%

School District
Cost Per Student
$6
$4
$2
$1

Community Partner
Cost Per Event
$100
$75
$50
$25

Program fees are due up front; collaboration will begin and program material access will be granted upon payment.

If a fee presents a significant barrier to your students’ attendance, please contact the Senior Manager, Learning Experiences at lwagner@jagkc.org to discuss options. Junior Achievement cannot guarantee that any exceptions or accommodations can be made to reduce cost, but we will do our best to support your needs.

“The program content was relevant for the students, which got them excited about learning. “It wasn’t a hassle for the students. They were all excited for JA Day.”

Lexi, Alphapointe

80.6%

84.8%

85.8%

of students believe their JA experience helped them believe it’s important to do well in school

of students believe they can create their own future as a result of their JA experience

of students understand the skills they need to be successful in their future jobs as a result of their JA experience

Sign Up for Student Events

816-561-3558

info@jagkc.org

Student Events | Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City