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Staying True to Our Values

Staying True to Our Values

Junior Achievement of Greater Washington stands in absolute solidarity with the peaceful protesters, and we condemn all acts of violence and discrimination against black citizens and all people of color. We believe strongly in fundamental equal rights for all and will use this moment to reinforce our values and do our part to drive the change our society so desperately needs.

Northern Virginia Magazine: With innovative curriculums, NoVA students are learning financial literacy before graduation

Northern Virginia Magazine: With innovative curriculums, NoVA students are learning financial literacy before graduation

It’s 9:30 a.m. on a Friday morning in a nondescript building off of Pickett Road in Fairfax, where 138 eighth grade students from Frost Middle School are noisily settling in to the auditorium for an orientation.

The Connection Newspapers: The ABC of Kids and Money

The Connection Newspapers: The ABC of Kids and Money

In an age when paying one’s mortgage can be done from a smartphone, money smarts is an important part of navigating life. From saving to buy the latest video game to learning how to budget an allowance, financial literacy is one of the most important lessons for children, say financial experts.

MCPS NEWS: Thomas Edison HS Opens to Huge Crowd

MCPS NEWS: Thomas Edison HS Opens to Huge Crowd

Hundreds of parents, staff, students, elected officials and community members attended a grand opening and ribbon cutting for Thomas Edison High School of Technology’s new building on Wednesday, Oct. 10.