JA Biztown

JA Biztown combines in-classroom learning with a day-long visit to our JA City Center. This popular learning experience allows 4-6th graders, the opportunity to explore career paths and discover their passions as they operate banks, manage restaurants, write checks, and vote! This program is designed to spark a connection between what students learn in school and discoveries in the real world. JA Biztown, a JA Capstone program, is available for classroom-based, self-guided, or remote classroom implementation. Prior to entering the physical simulation, students engage in 12 teacher-led sessions in preparation to enter the simulated community where they will have the opportunity to engage in this one of a kind hands-on learning experience.

Following participation in the learning experience, students will be able to:

Discuss the roles they play as citizens, workers, and consumers in their community and relate those roles to the free enterprise system.

Discuss the importance of citizen rights and responsibilities in a community.

Demonstrate a basic understanding of the free enterprise system.

Build money management skills through a practical knowledge of economic concepts and banking practices.

Develop an understanding of basic business practices and responsibilities.

Display the soft skills necessary for successful participation in the world of work.

JA Learning Experiences support national and state standards in reading, mathematics, social studies, and work and career readiness. See below for more information on alignment with national and state standards. To learn more about JA Biztown or Junior Achievement curriculum standards, contact: tori.stephens@ja.org