Peoria-Area Community Impact Guide 2022-2023

JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT Inspiring and preparing young people to succeed in a global economy.

508 High Point Lane East Peoria, IL 61611 Phone: (309) 682-1800

Email: sally.eastman@ja.org Website : centralillinois.ja.org Facebook : @juniorachievementci Twitter : @JA_Central_IL Linkedin : @junior-achievement-of central-illinois Instagram : @ja_central_il/ STAFF: Mary Pille, President Angie Houck, Program Director Heather Sexton, Development Manager Sally Jo Eastman, Marketing & Special Events Manager Ady Agrawal, Operations Coordinator Kathryn Diaz, Program Coordinator Caleb Kant, Program Coordinator Destinee Wilson, Program Coordinator EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE: Erica Kottabi, Chair Troy Schmick, Vice Chair Tim Nester, Treasurer Brendan Kaar, Secretary Sylvia Smith Hasinger, Immediate Past Chair

Junior Achievement of Central Illinois currently serves participating schools and organizations in the following counties: Ford, Fulton, Knox, Livingston, Logan, Mason, McLean, Menard, Peoria, Sangamon, Tazewell and Woodford. DID YOU KNOW? Junior Achievement learning experiences are an efficient way for schools to meet the new Illinois PaCE (Postsecondary and Career Expectations) requirements – all offered at no cost to schools or families! The PaCE framework highlights experiences and information a student should have in order to make the most informed decision about college and career planning, beginning in 8th grade and continuing through high school. JA Worldwide, which represents all Junior Achievement organizations globally, has been nominated for the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize. Our unique blend of entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness enables us to impact individuals, communities and society. Peace is achieved when young people have economic opportunity, andwe are honored that JA has been recognized alongside other nominees that are striving for a more peaceful world.

VISION We envision a world where young people have the skillset and mindset to build thriving communities. WHAT WE DO Founded in 1919, Junior Achievement is the world’s largest organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future and make smart academic and economic choices. Our close partnership with schools and educational organizations allows us to impact approximately 16,000 students each year through educational experiences and volunteer mentors. JA’s volunteer-delivered kindergarten through 12th grade programs foster work readiness, entrepreneurship and financial literacy. Students learn valuable skills from experiential lessons – whether in-person or online. With the help of community and business volunteers, JA students develop the skills and confidence they need to experience the realities and opportunities of work and entrepreneurship in the 21st century global marketplace. Junior Achievement’s unique and innovative program delivery system provides the training, materials and support necessary to bolster the chances for student success. Volunteer mentors to share their workforce experiencewith students, all while teaching sound economic principles and reinforcing class curricula. Nine out of 10 teachers believe experiential learning is effective in getting students interested in higher education and careers.

Jeff Bogdan, At Large Brian May, At Large BOARD MEMBERS: Joe Adams Bryan Boland Pam Craig Beth Crider Adam Donahoe Charlie Drier Chris DuBois Debbie Furness Kristina Galligan Mark Geason Laura Gleissner

Amanda Haislip Jason Killion Betsy Larson Eric Martin Bill Martin Jim Mathis Nicole Meyer Andrew Ngui Chris Ober Arnitria Shaw Amy Willard

HOW TO HELP Junior Achievement is made possible only through support from local businesses and individuals. We rely on volunteers to deliver programs and donors to help us provide programs at no cost to the school. Each school year, JA of Central Illinois mobilizes hundreds of dedicated, well-trained volunteers, ranging from CEOs to college students, young professionals to retirees. They serve as invaluable role models, helping students understand the important role of education in their future success. To sign up as a volunteer or make a donation, visit centralillinois.ja.org or call (309) 682-1800

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