THE JEGNA KLUB

This blog highlights Kansas City, Kansas student Fabio Ramirez-Ferrera being honored as a J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week for leadership, character, and academic excellence. It showcases community support, family pride, and how the program empowers youth through recognition, financial literacy, and pathways to future success in Wyandotte County.

This blog highlights Amerrio Carter-Collins, a 5th grader at Grant Elementary, as the J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week. It showcases his growth in academics, behavior, and leadership, captures the emotional impact of the award presentation, and explains how the program empowers youth through recognition, community support, and financial literacy opportunities.

Rickie “RJ” Hudson Jr., a senior at Schlagle High School, is honored as the J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week for his leadership, academic excellence, and character. This blog highlights his achievements, powerful moments from the award presentation, and perspectives from educators, family, and community leaders, while showcasing how the award empowers youth through recognition and opportunity.

J.E.G.N.A. Klub names Promise Burton, an 11th grader at Wyandotte High School in Kansas City, Kansas, Student of the Week after demonstrating resilience during a school fire disruption. Nominated by her coach, Promise embodies leadership, accountability, academic excellence, and integrity. The award highlights youth empowerment, community partnership, financial literacy opportunities, and how intentional student recognition builds confidence and future leaders.

This post celebrates Jourdan Smith, a 7th grader honored as the J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week, highlighting her quiet confidence, academic excellence, creativity, and leadership at Central Middle School in Kansas City, Kansas. It shares her inspiring journey, community support, and the mission of the J.E.G.N.A. Klub to empower youth through justice, growth, and advocacy.

Families across Kansas City, Kansas came together at the January 14, 2026 Economic Independence Academy Workshop to learn practical investing and wealth-building strategies. Featuring Chris Dunlap of Nu Wall Street and Erik Murray of Eastside Innovation, the free family-centered event broke down stock market basics, real estate opportunities, and financial confidence. Powered by the Jegna Klub, the workshop focused on closing the wealth gap and helping families grow together.

This post highlights The Jegna Klub’s Connecting The Dottes evidence-based multimedia internship program and its Q2 success story featuring youth intern Delano Washington. It showcases real-world media training, workforce development, radio broadcasting, audio/video editing, and youth leadership growth from October–December 2025, demonstrating how hands-on mentorship, STEAM learning, and community engagement prepare students for future careers.

By Levi Lee On Wednesday, December 10, 2025, Jegna Klub welcomed students and families to another powerful installment of its Economic Independence Academy (EIA) Workshops—a hands-on, community-centered learning experience designed to equip young people and the adults who support them with real-world tools for building long-term wealth. As a core component of the J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week Award, the Economic Independence Academy is more than a workshop series—it is

On Wednesday, November 19, 2025 , the Jegna Klub continued its mission to uplift students, families, and the wider community through their Economic Independence Academy , a hands-on experience dedicated to building the mindset, skills, and habits needed for long-term economic independence. These workshops are a key part of the J.E.G.N.A. Klub Student of the Week Award , which isn’t just a celebration of character — it is a strategic investment in our families’ financial futur