2025 JAG NTS

Join the Coalition for Responsible Community Development to learn about the benefits of the social enterprise model and how we utilize this model to create career pathways for out-of-school youth in our community. In this interactive presentation, CRCD will share our history and experience with establishing a social enterprise, how we have grown the social enterprise over time and how we utilize the social enterprise model to drive economic development efforts and create jobs in the community. We will also share how we are currently utilizing the social enterprise model to align with federal efforts to build back America's infrastructure.

The culture we create in our classroom can motivate, engage, and excite our learners to come to school. Before anything else, we need to create an environment where students feel safe and have a true sense of belonging. This workshop will take a hands on approach to help specialist become aware of the needs that motivate student behavior. Participants will receive a copy of 16 team building activities to help grow their chapter into a family.

Join JAGCA President Frida Medrano Ibarra and President-Elect Austin Small-Jones for an inspiring workshop. Hear firsthand about their personal journeys to national leadership and the impact of their roles. Frida and Austin will share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs, providing insights into the responsibilities and skills required at the national level. This workshop will equip JAG staff with the knowledge and inspiration to motivate and guide their students toward leadership opportunities within JAG. Don't miss this chance to learn from two of JAGCA's top leaders!

On the Right Foot: Why Middle School JAG matters: In this workshop, attendees will immerse themselves in the world of Middle School JAG. We will examine how the Middle School Model is different from other JAG models by exploring the JAG Model Components and JAG Adavantage.

Whether budgeting is new, or you've been paying bills for years, it pays to have a path mapped out to help achieve your goals. Experience the basics of budgeting, smart financial decision-making and what it's really like to manage family finances. Reality Check is an interactive and engaging way to learn about building and balancing a budget. The goal is to make the assigned decisions during the allotted time and complete the simulation with a budget surplus. Just like real life, there will be some challenges along the way.

Unveil the transformative power of "The Genius" in this professional development session. Discover boundless classroom resources, gain access to marketing strategies, and forge connections with educators nationwide. Learn how you can connect with like-minded educators from across the nation and tap into a vast network of expertise and support. Explore how "The Genius" fosters collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional growth within our vibrant community. Reserve your spot now!