Fairhaven, MA – June 3, 2025 – Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts (JA), in partnership with First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union, successfully hosted JA Day at LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School, marking a powerful conclusion to our school-year programming with a day full of learning, inspiration, and impact.
This was the first time JA Day was held at LeRoy L. Wood Elementary, and the response was nothing short of incredible. With support from our volunteers and school staff, the event brought real-world financial literacy education to over 300 students in grades 1 through 5.
Highlights from the Day
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✅ On June 3rd, we successfully held our final JA in a Day of the school year.
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👧👦 We had the opportunity to serve over 300 students during this impactful event.
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🏫 This program was conducted in partnership with a new school partner, and we are excited to continue building this relationship with plans to return next year.
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📚 Both students and staff thoroughly enjoyed the experience, engaging with hands-on lessons in financial literacy that reinforced their year-long learning.
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🙌 Thanks to the support of our dedicated volunteers, students enjoyed a fun-filled, educational day that made a lasting impression.
Thank You to Our Supporters
We extend our deepest thanks to:
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The LeRoy L. Wood Elementary School community for welcoming this program into their classrooms
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The volunteers who led engaging and meaningful activities
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The incredible JA staff for their work behind the scenes
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Our Title Sponsor, First Citizens’ Federal Credit Union, for their commitment to student success and community development
Events like these underscore the power of collaboration in building financial confidence and career readiness among young learners. Together, we’re creating learning moments that students will carry with them for life.
Get Involved
We’re always looking to grow our network of educators, partners, and volunteers. If you’re passionate about making a difference in students’ lives, we invite you to join us.
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About Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts
Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preparing young people to succeed in a global economy. Our programs focus on financial literacy, career readiness, and entrepreneurship, delivered through hands-on experiences by local volunteers.
Media Contacts
Jeffrey Pelletier
President & CEO
Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts
📍 128 Union Street, Suite 304, New Bedford, MA 02740
📞 508.264.0586
📧 jeffrey.pelletier@ja.org
Paige L. Gooden
Education Manager
Junior Achievement of Southeastern Massachusetts
📍 128 Union Street, Suite 304, New Bedford, MA 02740
📱 508.287.5878
📧 paige.gooden@ja.org
