Creating Engaging Learning Environments That Expand Opportunity For All.
Where Rigor Meets The Real World
The 3DE model transforms high school by integrating experiential learning, cross-sector partnerships, and real-world relevance into the academic experience. Through Competency-Based Case Method and deep multi-sector partnerships, students develop the skills, mindsets, and behaviors needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
The 3DE Approach
3DE by Junior Achievement transforms high school education by integrating Competency-Based Case Method throughout the academic experience, making learning more relevant, engaging, and experiential.
Through a four-year progression, students tackle diverse industry challenges, advancing from foundational case experiences to creating their own business ventures and serving as consultants for real companies by graduation.
Our Approach
Through a four-year progression, students tackle diverse industry challenges, advancing from foundational case experiences to creating their own business ventures and serving as consultants for real companies by graduation.
+93%
Increase in students seeing relevance of school
-20%
Fewer cases of chronic absenteeism
+22%
Higher 4-year cohort graduation rates
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Multi-Sector Partnerships
At the center of the 3DE strategy is a collaborative approach that unites school systems, community partners, and local and national employers. By integrating core competencies with school district standards and the broader business community, 3DE drives transformation from the inside out. The model leverages Junior Achievement's networks, resources, and expertise to create a scalable solution that maximizes impact for all involved.
3DE's Real World Learning Delivers Real Impact
3DE is positioning students for economic opportunity and choice-filled lives. The dynamic learning environment improves student engagement, elevates academic achievement, and builds transferable competencies in critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. By connecting learning to the real-world, 3DE reshapes student perceptions of school, fostering belonging, confidence, and growth mindsets.
Annual Impact Snapshot
"The 3DE model has transformed the way I teach. It makes learning purposeful and relevant, giving students a reason to engage."
3DE Teacher
"3DE was the first time I was genuinely interested to go to school and to be actively present in class."
3DE Student
"3DE works. It blends classroom learning with real-world problem solving in a way that empowers students to lead, innovate, and dream big."
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Our Reach
Across the country, school districts, employers, and community partners work together to bring the 3DE model to life, expanding student access to high-quality education and economic opportunity.
3DE partners with and reaches more than:
22,000
Students
80
Schools
32
Districts
10
States
Learn more about the 3DE model, our network of partners, and opportunities for alumni.
