06/03/2026
Turns out running a city is fourth grade level work.
Last week, Blue Door Consulting's own Leah Van Rooy volunteered with Junior Achievement at the BizTown program in Appleton. More than 70 students from Janet Berry Elementary spent the day running a fully interactive city. Students stepped into leadership roles across the community with some leading meetings as CEOs, while others took the reins of city council.
One minute they are designing billboards and voting on referenda. Next they are solving problems like seasoned professionals and dawning "I VOTED" stickers. What makes the program so impressive is how quickly students step into responsibility and collaboration.
Thank you to Junior Achievement of Wisconsin and the many volunteers who help bring BizTown to life for thousands of students each year!