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Rising Stars Awards Ceremony

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Universal Technical Institute
10695 W Pierce St, Ste. 100
Avondale, AZ  85323

 

An unforgettable evening as we honor the excellence, leadership, and commitment of JAG students and recognition of our most impactful community champions.
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Honoring Our Brightest Stars

The Rising Stars Awards Ceremony brings together students, educators, partners, and supporters to celebrate:

  • Scholarship recipients – Graduating seniors awarded scholarships for their postsecondary pursuits.

  • National competitors – Students who represented Arizona at the National Career Development Conference (NCDC) in Indianapolis.

  • State competitors – First-place winners from the Arizona Career Development Conference in Mesa.

  • The APS Community Service Award – A prestigious honor presented annually to a corporate, community, or philanthropic partner who demonstrates outstanding commitment to JAG’s mission. Read about Boeing - 2024 APS Community Service Award recipient.

 

Scholarships

Funded by employer partners, foundations, individuals, and more, JAG scholarships support graduating seniors as they pursue their education and career goals. These generous contributions help students remove financial barriers and take the next step toward a successful future.
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National Competitors

Thanks to the support of generous donors, JAG students are able to attend and compete at the National Career Development Conference (NCDC), where they represent Arizona on a national stage and demonstrate their employability and leadership skills.
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State Competitors

Funders make it possible for JAG students to attend and compete in the Arizona Career Development Conference, where they showcase their talents, grow their confidence, and take the first step toward national recognition.
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APS Community Service Award

Established to honor APS’s nearly 28 years of dedicated partnership with JAG, this award recognizes a corporate, community, or philanthropic partner who demonstrates extraordinary commitment to empowering Arizona youth through education, opportunity, and service.

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Event Highlights

Celebrate student success, scholarships, and the APS Community Service Award honoree during this inspiring evening. You'll enjoy student speeches, student recognition, and the uplifting energy that only a room full of JAG Rising Stars can bring. Dinner and refreshments will be provided.
JAG and APS present award to Boeing

Sponsors

Join us as a sponsor of the Rising Stars Awards Ceremony and play a vital role in celebrating the success of JAG students—young leaders who are breaking barriers, graduating high school, and preparing for bright futures in college, career, and life.

Your sponsorship directly supports the cost of student participation in statewide and national competitions, scholarships, event expenses, and recognition for our student leaders.
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Honoring Our Dedicated Volunteers

At this year’s Rising Stars Awards Ceremony, we are proud to recognize individuals who give generously of their time, talents, and hearts to support JAG students across Arizona.

These remarkable volunteers show up year after year—mentoring in the classroom, judging student competitions, leading workshops, supporting state events, and inspiring the next generation of leaders. Their impact is felt deeply and seen in every student’s growth and success.
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Event Registration

Please complete the form below to RSVP. Registration is required for all attendees to ensure we have an accurate count for dinner and seating. To become a sponsor or learn more, please click the button below.
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