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Junior Achievement has been active in Montana since the 1950s, primarily as an after school program for high school students.  During the ‘80s and ‘90s Junior Achievement (JA) developed middle and elementary school programs.  JA of Gallatin County was formed in 1994 to bring this wide range of opportunities to the Bozeman area. Tasked with revitalizing JA programs throughout the state two years ago, we became JA of Montana.  This year we expect to reach 2,500 students in Billings, Bozeman and the surrounding area, as well as statewide through partnerships with Montana credit unions.  It takes a village to raise a child, and JA provides the bridge between the business and education communities to make this possible, a framework enabling the community to contribute to the success of the next generation.

We do this by developing:

  • the desire in our youth to stay in school and appreciate lifelong learning
  • positive attitudes toward work and contributing to our society
  • business and education partnerships that create a bridge between the classroom and the workplace
  • critical skills that produce success

JA of Montana is now developing a sustainable network to provide economic education to all school-aged youth in Montana. A statewide Board of Directors governs the organization and provides support for local communities.  Get involved today!

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