JA Inspire to Hire
This program is administered by JA of Kentuckiana
Classroom Based
Pillars of Student Success
Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana is excited to invite your high school students to participate in our annual JA Inspire to Hire event, taking place on October 29 & 30, 2025, at the Kentucky Exposition Center.
JA Inspire to Hire is a dynamic career development experience designed to connect students with their future careers. This event offers the opportunity to:
• Engage in meaningful conversations with professionals across a wide range of industries.
• Explore hands-on activities that simulate real-world job tasks.
• Learn about entry-level job opportunities directly from hiring companies.
This year, we’re going green! All program activities will be available online, including five educator-led sessions to prepare students for the in-person event. These sessions will help students make the most of their time at the expo, where they’ll interact with over 60 business exhibits and hundreds of mentors.
We anticipate welcoming 7,000 students this year, and space is limited. To secure your spot, please respond by September 1, 2025. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis! Click the button below to connect with a JA Staff member and schedule today!
Program Resources
Alignment with State and National Standards
Common Core Standards
For those states that follow common core standards, Junior Achievement's curricula have been reviewed for alignment with these standards! Learn more by selecting the appropriate grade level below.
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National Standards
While educational standards are determined primarily at the state level, many national standards serve as guidelines for the development of these state standards. See how Junior Achievement curricula align with the national standards listed below.
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State Standards
Junior Achievement curricula are created to align with state standards. To see how our programs align with your state's standards, explore the options below.
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Scope and Sequence
Junior Achievement learning experiences cover financial literacy, career and work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Our extensive scope and sequence helps explain how our programs cover these subjects at various grade levels.
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Request a Presenter to Teach Curriculum
Steps to Request a Presenter
1) Request Info
Once you've decided to have a JA volunteer in your classroom, fill out the form on this website. You will receive information on next steps.
2) Pick Schedule
You will be able to coordinate a schedule that works for your class either online or in conjunction with a JA representative.
3) Meet Presenter
Once a volunteer is identified for your class, JA will connect you with the presenter to discuss roles, expectations, and logistics.
4) Empower Students with Standards-Based Education
After all details are in place, the JA volunteer will deliver lessons to your students either virtually or in-person.
Select a button below to see how you or your organization can get involved with Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana, Inc..
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