“I appreciate the way every volunteer has connected with students in their class, with the way they have shown patience and control, and with their preparation and care. They are excellent role models, and I am so grateful my classes have the opportunity to learn from them!”

Shannon McCleery

College & Career Awareness, Midvale Middle School

“I LOVED JA City. It was very fun and a good experience. I got a taste of what life will be like when I am grown up more. I want to do this again in eighth grade!”

Lizzy

Student, Creekview Elementary

“I had a great experience. It was fun to teach and the students were all very appreciative. I got several hugs, many thanks, and one kid that didn’t want me to leave. The curriculum being taught truly is important and needs to be communicated to young people everywhere to prepare them for the real life challenges they are sure to face.”

Kyler

Volunteer

“Junior Achievement gave me the opportunity to participate in the AT&T Job Shadow program. It gave me real life experience into the business world. You can’t get the same experience from reading a text book or watching a film. It was a great experience I won’t forget.”

Chris Mebius

Student, Cottonwood High School

“I just want to say that JA-in-a-Day was the most fun I have had in a long time. I was nervous to do it at first, because I’m not a “teacher” and I wasn’t sure if I could handle 30 3rd graders. But as soon as I walked into the room it was immediately comfortable and fun for everyone involved. I think this is an invaluable program that does a lot of good for these kids.”

Jordan Wiemer

Goldman Sachs