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We are creating access to opportunity-filled futures through real-world and immersive experiences.

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Junior Achievement delivers integrated education solutions that holistically combine academic instruction, real-world application, and community collaboration into a unified, scalable model that transforms education for students. Our solutions don't just expose students to ideas about the future — they help students clearly connect what they are learning today to where they want to go tomorrow.

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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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The Economy is Rapidly Evolving.

Our approach is built on more than preparing students, we strengthen the entire education-to-workforce ecosystem. Through strategic partnerships, innovative learning experiences, and outcomes-based design, we help students build the skills, confidence, and connections they need to succeed while strengthening schools, workforces, and the communities we serve.

JA of Southwest Virginia Spotlight

2026 JA Bowl-A-Thon: Future Bound

Lee-Hi Lanes

Friday, March 06, 2026 5:00 PM

Blast off with us this March for our 41st Annual JA Bowl-A-Thon: Future Bound! This year’s theme is all about looking ahead, imagining what’s possible, and having a stellar time while supporting students across Southwest Virginia.

We’re inviting teams to go all-in on the space theme: think astronauts, aliens, and interstellar explorers. At every bowling shift, we’ll host a space-themed costume contest, so suit up, get creative, and prepare for liftoff!

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JA Stock Market Challenge Camp 2026

Virginia Credit Union

Monday, July 20, 2026 10:00 AM

Give your student a hands-on introduction to the world of money, investing, and real-world decision making at the Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge Summer Camp!

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JA 18 Under 18 Nominations - 2026

Junior Achievement's 18 under 18 in partnership with the Roanoker Magazine.

Southwest Virginia

Thursday, January 01, 2026 12:00 AM

Shine the spotlight on the incredible young talent in Southwest Virginia? Nominate the next generation of leaders, innovators, and community champions!

Winners will be featured in the July/August 2025 issue of The Roanoker Magazine and attend an award ceremony to celebrate their achievements.

Nominations close March 15, 2026.

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2026 Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament

Save the Date for Monday, May 19th, 2025

Roanoke Country Club

Monday, May 18, 2026 11:30 AM

Join us for the 2026 Pete Orr Memorial Golf Tournament at Roanoke Country Club- a day on the course that brings our business community together to invest in the future of Southwest Virginia

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