• Registration: JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Citizens

  • Event Information

  • Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania is excited to host the JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Citizens at its new location, Duquesne University.

    Due to the continued high demand for the JA Stock Market Challenge, we are once again offering two competition dates this year. Each school may attend only one of the following event days:

    Dates: 

    • Tuesday, December 15, 2026
    • Wednesday, December 16, 2026

    Time: 9:15 AM - 12:30 PM
    Location: Duquesne University, Pittsburgh

    The JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Citizens and hosted at Duquesne University introduces students in grades 9–12 to the world of investing and the stock market.

    Participants first build their knowledge through JA Take Stock in Your Future, then put those skills into action in an exciting, fast-paced simulated stock market experience where each “day” lasts just one minute.

    Working in teams of 3–4, students make quick decisions about fictional stocks while responding to breaking news, market trends, and changing conditions. Teams compete for fun prizes, and the group with the highest return on investment after 60 simulated days earns the title of JA Stock Market Champion.

     

  • Contact Information

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  • 📱 Cell Phones and Student Devices 

  • We understand that many schools have policies that limit or prohibit student cell phone use during the school day. However, during this event, we encourage students to bring a cell phone, if permitted by your school.

    Throughout the event, students will have opportunities to scan QR codes to complete digital surveys, share their feedback, and enter for chances to win prizes! Cell phones should only be used when directed as part of the event experience.

    Please note: Only cell phones will be permitted during the event. Laptops, tablets, Chromebooks, and other personal electronic devices should not be brought to the event and will not be permitted inside the competition space.

  • Will your students be permitted to bring and use their cell phones during the event?

  • Team Registration

  • Registration: JA Stock Market Challenge presented by Citizens

    Date Prefrence: Due to high demand for the JA Stock Market Challenge, we are offering two event dates this year. Each school may only attend one of the two competition days: Tuesday, December 15, 2026, or Wednesday, December 16, 2026. Please select the date that works best for your school.

    UPDATED: JA Stock Market Challenge – Team Name Guidelines: 

    To help create a positive and respectful experience for all participants, please make sure your students follow these guidelines when selecting their team name:

    • Team names should be appropriate for a school and educational setting.
    • Avoid any names that include provocative, offensive, slanderous, or demeaning language.
    • Names should not target or make fun of any individual or group.
    • Keep your team name creative, fun, and reflective of good sportsmanship.
    • All team names will be reviewed. If a team name is found to be inappropriate or does not meet these guidelines, the team will be asked to select a new name.

    At Junior Achievement, we value respect, inclusion, and professionalism. We encourage all students to be thoughtful in their selections and choose a team name that represents their team in a positive way. 

    Coming Fall 2026: Douglas Knepper will send you a link to update this JotForm with new information, including team names, the number of students attending, and any student accommodations. 

  • Please create and list teams for students participating in the JA Stock Market Challenge® presented by Citizens and hosted at Duquesne Univeristy. 

    Date Prefrence: Due to high demand for the JA Stock Market Challenge, we are offering two event dates this year. Each school may only attend one of the two competition days: Tuesday, December 15, 2026, or Wednesday, December 16, 2026. Please select the date that works best for your school.

    UPDATED: Stock Market Challenge – Team Name Guidelines: 

    To help create a positive and respectful experience for all participants, please make sure your students follow these guidelines when selecting their team name:

    • Team names should be appropriate for a school and educational setting.
    • Avoid any names that include provocative, offensive, slanderous, or demeaning language.
    • Names should not target or make fun of any individual or group.
    • Keep your team name creative, fun, and reflective of good sportsmanship.
    • All team names will be reviewed. If a team name is found to be inappropriate or does not meet these guidelines, the team will be asked to select a new name.

    At Junior Achievement, we value respect, inclusion, and professionalism. We encourage all students to be thoughtful in their selections and choose a team name that represents their team in a positive way.

    Number of Students on Team: A full team consists of 3-4 students.

    Student Team Leader Name: Enter the first and last name of the Team Leader responsible for managing the online portfolio. (Keep in mind that the team leader is the ONLY student who can access the online portfolio to make changes and select stocks.)

    Student Team Leader Email: Include the email address of the Team Leader. If no email is provided, a generic email will be generated and sent to you. The email address will allow the Team Leader to access their online portfolio. 

    Students #2, #3, and #4: Please provide the first and last names of the participants on the team. 

    Grade Level: Please select the grade level of the students. If your team includes multiple grades, select all that apply.

  • Date of Preference:

  • Assigning Teams

  • Details for Student Teams Attending
  • Please enter the Estimate of Team(s) / # of Students on each Team

  • Additional Information

  • Do you plan to use the JA Take Stock in Your Future® teacher-led programming within your classroom?*
  • Do you need the JA Stock Market Challenge Bus Grant Request Form for transportation costs? (Reminder: To maximize the JA Bus Grant, consider bringing a large group of students—ideally enough to fill the bus.)*

  • Please Review: 

    •  I understand the following: 
      • Douglas Knepper will send an updated link that will allow you to update this form and add any new information, including attending students and team names in Fall 2026.

    Douglas Knepper will be in contact with you to share important dates and deadlines leading up to the offical launch of the event in Fall 2026. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to him directly at DKnepper@jawesternpa.org.

  • Please Review: 

    •  I understand the following: 
      • Douglas Knepper will send an updated link that will allow you to update this form and add any new information, including attending students and team names in Fall 2026.
    • Student will try their best to meet deadlines such as:
      • Selecting Teams (Deadline: November 2026 | Date: 11/18/2026)
      • Completing Waivers (Deadline: December 2026 | Date: 12/04/2026)
      • Creating Team Portfolio's (Deadline: December 2026 | Date: 12/11/2026)
        • If the student portfolio is not created prior to the event, the platform will automatically generate one. 

    If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Douglas Knepper directly at DKnepper@jawesternpa.org.

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