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SUMMARY:Local High Schools Invited: Join the 2026 JA Youth Summit – Free Student Experience
DESCRIPTION:JA Southern Massachusetts Youth Summit: Impact Through Connection\nJunior Achievement invites local high school administrators\, educators\, and guidance teams and your students to the 2026 Junior Achievement Youth Summit\, taking place on Thursday\, May 7th at UMass Dartmouth! This powerful\, youth-centered experience brings together students\, educators\, community leaders\, and industry professionals for a full day of inspiration\, exploration\, and hands-on learning. \nAs always\, the event is completely free\, and JA will pay for and arrange all transportation. Students will also enjoy a free breakfast\, lunch\, and an official 2026 Youth Summit event t-shirt. \nDownload Student PacketDownload Student PacketAttached is the Student Packet\, including permission slips and required forms. \n🌟 What Awaits Your Students \nThis year’s theme — “The World of Tomorrow: Exploring AI as the Next World’s Fair Moment” — is designed to spark curiosity and empower students to see themselves as creators\, innovators\, and leaders in the rapidly evolving AI era. \nStudents will: \nConnect directly with local leaders\, employers\, and community partnersExplore real-world career pathways in tech\, business\, education\, nonprofit leadership\, entrepreneurship\, and moreEngage in hands-on learning that builds future-ready skillsHear diverse perspectives from cross-generational voices shaping the future of Southern MassachusettsDiscover opportunities for internships\, programs\, networking\, and next-step pathways \nWe are also thrilled to introduce our first featured panelists for the Fireside Chat Panel: Southern Massachusetts Leadership – Now & Next: \nJohn J. Cabral\, Superintendent of Taunton Public SchoolsSamia Walker\, Director of Programs at the SouthCoast Community Foundation \nThese leaders will discuss innovation\, community opportunity\, and the role young people play in shaping what comes next for our region. \n📅 Event Schedule – May 7th\, 2026 at UMass Dartmouth \n8:00–9:00 AM – School Arrival & Networking Breakfast9:00 AM – Kickoff Remarks from JA\, UMass Dartmouth\, and Program Partners9:15 AM – Fireside Chat Panel: Southern Massachusetts Leadership – Now & Next10:00 AM – AI for Youth Hands-On Learning Session10:45 AM – Breakout Session 1: Industry Spotlight & Connection11:15 AM – Breakout Session 2: Industry Spotlight & Connection11:45 AM – Breakout Session 3: Entrepreneurship Spotlight & JA Company Program Pitch Competition12:15–1:10 PM – Networking Lunch & Future Career & Education Connection Workshop1:10 PM – Closing Remarks & School Departure \n✔️ Attendance Information \nWe anticipate strong interest this year and want to ensure space for all who wish to participate. When you are able\, please let us know if your school plans to attend and share your projected student headcount so we can plan accordingly and support your logistics. \nWe truly hope you and your students will join us for this exciting day of innovation\, community\, and connection. Please reach out with any questions — we are here to support you every step of the way. \nThank you so much for your partnership as always! \nJeff \nJeffrey Pelletier | President & CEO\nJunior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts\n128 Union Street\, Suite 304 | New Bedford\, MA 02740\nC.508.264.0586 | jeffrey.pelletier@ja.org \nDownload Student Packet
URL:https://masshiregreaternewbedford.com/event/local-high-schools-invited-join-the-2026-ja-youth-summit-free-student-experience/
LOCATION:University of Massachusetts Dartmouth\, 285 Old Westport Rd.\, Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747
CATEGORIES:Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Southern Massachusetts":MAILTO:Jeffrey.Pelletier@JA.org
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