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JA of Central Maryland 18 Under 18 2026

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Central Maryland's Next Generation of Emerging Leaders

When: Thursday, May 07, 2026
Where: Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
Time: 6:00 PM ET
JA 18 Under 18 is celebrating a new class of honorees! These young people aren't letting their age get in the way - they are making a difference in the world right now! Whether it's a passion for helping others, a creative idea, or the recognition that they are unlike those around them; the JA 18 Under 18 use their ingenuity, generosity, and entrepreneurial spirit to make a difference in the Central Maryland area and beyond.

In partnership with Baltimore Magazine, this fourth annual JA 18 Under 18 will recognize and celebrate the best and brightest Central Maryland has to offer. The JA 18 Under 18 represent JA students everywhere, serving as role models, leaders, and innovators in our community.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026:
Jalen Blackwell, Gerstell Academy
Sravika Bolla, Mount Hebron High School
Suzanna Chen, The Bryn Mawr School
Diya Gandhi, The Bryn Mawr School
Reagon Ganjon, Westminster West Middle School
Jonah Goldstein, The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland
Jameson Greenwood, Hereford High School
Maia Hanes, Glenelg High School
Taige Hart, Maryvale Preparatory School
Kiriakos (Rocco) Katsikides, Severna Park High School
Elizabeth Liu, The Bryn Mawr School
Nolan Mitchell, Calvert Hall College High School
Tenley Raymond, Old Mill High School
Saavni Singhal, Dunloggin Middle School
Connor Tayloe, Franklin High School
Saanvi Venumbaka, Hammond High School
Anika Verma, Howard High School
Anna-Marie Watson, Mercy High School

JA 18 Under 18 2023

The class of 2023 features advocates, entrepreneurs, and change-makers ranging between 5-years-old to 18-years-old from a diverse section of our region, including areas in Anne Arundel, Carroll, Baltimore, and Harford Counties, along with Baltimore City.

Sponsors

Presenting Sponsor

Logo for SECU

Innovator Sponsor

Logo for AT&T
Logo for RSM
Logo for Whiting- Turner Contracting Company

Changemaker Sponsors

Logo for Aerotek
Logo for NJM
Logo for UMMS

Supporting Sponsors

Logo for MEDCO
Logo for Miles Stockbridge
Logo for SC&H
Logo for The Kahlert Foundation

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