1980
The 1980s were defined by rapid change in how JA programs operated. The JA Company was revamped into a semester-long program rather than a full school year. Project Business enabled local staff to build stronger relationships with educators. JA’s Research and Development team was focused on a K-12 strategy; ultimately reaching children throughout their educational journey. Applied Economics became JA’s third successful in-school program, including a mini-company model offered in a high school economics class. AE was JA’s first model to include a specific curriculum aligned with school district requirements. JA moved its headquarters to Colorado Springs, Colorado.
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Award Winners
The JA Professional Staff Hall of Fame is awarded to former JA staff professionals whose long-term dedication, commitment, and exceptional accomplishments made a significant impact on the organization and created a foundation for the current organization. Laureates are role models and set standards of accomplishment and behavior to which current and future JA staff should aspire. The process is managed by the JA Staff Alumni Network.
A $2,000 scholarship is awarded to a JA Company Program student in recognition of his or her accomplishments, role in their JA Company, and entrepreneurial potential.
The Karl Flemke Award is given annually at the JA National Leadership Conference. This award goes to a first-time Junior Achievement president who has demonstrated an outstanding contribution to and achievement with the organization.
