Volunteer Newsletter * June 2023
SAVE THE DATE!

The 8th Annual JA JobSpark will be held at the Indiana State Fairgrounds on September 26 & September 27, 2023
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THE COUNTDOWN IS HERE!
On behalf of Junior Achievement and the 10,700+ eighth graders who attended our 7th Annual JA JobSpark this past September, THANK YOU! Your participation as a volunteer made a difference in the lives of thousands of students. Because of the efforts of each of you, they learned about real-life jobs and careers, salary and educational requirements, what it's like to work in a certain industry and most importantly... they saw a glimpse of their potential! We look forward to this upcoming JA JobSpark in September!
JA Team End of the Year Celebration
The JA Team went to Game Show Battle Rooms to celebrate all their hard work that went into another successful school year. We would like to thank everyone who helped throughout the year and for devoting your time to Junior Achievement. We look forward to another fantastic school year!
Summer Camp Week 1!

Thank you to our Biz Town team for all their work during the first week of camp! We are looking forward to two more weeks of FUN!
Spots for the last week (July 10-14) are still available!
JA JobSpark 2022 Highlights Video
Be sure to check out our JA JobSpark 2022 Highlights Video for a glimpse of last year's event. We are so excited for this year's JA JobSpark. The countdown is ON!



THIS YEAR'S CLUSTER VOLUNTEER LINK IS LIVE!
If you are volunteering in a cluster or have any questions, please contact your Cluster Co-Chairs or Molly Baines at molly@jaindy.org.

We appreciate all of our volunteers and are greatly looking forward to this year's JA JobSpark. This event would not be possible without all you amazing volunteers.
A Big Thank You to our 2023 Sponsors so far!

Thank you to our 2023 JA JobSpark partners so far- We are so thankful for your support!


AES - Gold
Allied Automation - Silver
Allison Transmission - Silver
Ascension St. Vincent – Diamond
Board of Certified Safety Professionals – Silver
Broad Ripple Animal Clinic - Bronze
Celebrate Science Indiana – Bronze
Corteva Agriscience - Bronze
Deloitte - Volunteer Registration Partner
Eli Lilly and Company Foundation - Presenting
Ed Martin Automotive - Gold
Fuel Merchandise - Virtual Platform Partner
The Hagerman Group – Bronze
Huntington Bank - Silver
IBEW Local 481 - Bronze
Indiana Farm Bureau – Bronze
IU Health – Premier
IU Kokomo - Highlights Video Partner
Ivy Tech Community College - Bronze
JPMorgan Chase – Diamond
MacAllister Machinery – Bronze
Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana – Bronze
Republic Airways - Gold
Safety Management Group – Gold
Schmidt Associates – Bronze
Shiel Sexton – Bronze
Stoops Freightliner – Bronze
Strada Education Network - Gold
University of Indianapolis MICI-AHEC – Bronze


The 2023 JAJS Sponsorship Reservation Form is now available and ALL ONLINE through the Qgiv platform! Now it is easier than ever to submit your sponsorship reservation information.


Please visit our website at www.jajobspark.com/sponsor to view or click the buttons below!
SUMMER OPPORTUNITY FOR KIDS - YOUTH WELDING CAMP
(Thank you, Latinas Welding Group for the info!)
The Latinas Welding Guild is thrilled to announce our inaugural Youth Welding Camp, where aspiring young welders can ignite their passion, explore the trades, and unleash their creativity.
Camp Details:
🗓️ Dates: WEEK 1 | July 17- July 21 WEEK 2 | July 24-28
⏰ Times: 9 am - 4 pm (Breakfast + Lunch provided)
📍 Location: Latinas Welding Guild | 1936 S Lynhurst Dr Ste R, Indianapolis, IN 46241
What to Expect:
🔹 Career Exploration: Discover the fascinating world of welding through engaging activities and projects designed to spark your imagination and ignite your skills. From basic techniques to advanced applications, you'll explore the possibilities of this captivating craft.
🔹 Expert Guidance: Our team of experienced and certified welding instructors will be by your side every step of the way, offering personalized instruction, mentorship, and valuable insights. They'll help you master essential welding techniques while prioritizing safety and creativity.
🔹 Unleash Your Creativity: Welding is an art form, and at our camp, we'll encourage you to think outside the box and let your imagination run wild. Bring your ideas to life as you create unique metalwork pieces, sculptures, and practical structures that showcase your artistic flair.
🔹 State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our camp boasts top-of-the-line equipment and facilities to provide you with a professional and safe environment to explore welding. Work with high-quality tools and materials that will enhance your learning experience and prepare you for future endeavors.
Whether you're a beginner or have some welding experience, this camp is the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and embark on a rewarding journey.
🎟️ SPOTS ARE LIMITED! To register, visit our website https://www.weldingguild.com/youth
JA JobSpark Student Program Book






If you haven't alrady, be sure to check out our 2022 JA JobSpark Student Program book on our website! Students will utilize this program as a resource in the classroom all year long.
Thank you for helping our students ignite the spark!
Why JA? Because helping kids make the connection between what they learn in the classroom and future success is what we do.
For more information on JA JobSpark, please visit www.jajobspark.org
or contact Molly Baines at molly@jaindy.org.