Junior Achievement of Georgia (JA of Georgia) is proud to announce that 2 outstanding students from the Chatham County area have been selected for the Nineteen Under Nineteen, a new recognition program celebrating students across Georgia who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and community impact.

Representing schools and communities across Chatham County, these honorees stand out for their achievements in entrepreneurship, academics service, and leadership:

• Kingston Fluitt (STEM Academy at Barlett) – Entrepreneur and young leader, Kingston launched a chicken wrap business in sixth grade and continues to build confidence, financial literacy, and leadership skills through Junior Achievement.

• Ethan Iyer (Hancock Day School) – Founder of Excel with Ethan, a virtual tutoring business, Ethan combines entrepreneurship, community service, and academic excellence while aspiring to a future career in medicine.

"Each honoree has already demonstrated the drive and creativity that will shape the world for years to come,” shared John Hancock, President and CEO of JA of Georgia. “Recognizing these students reminds us that the future of our communities and economy is in capable, innovative hands."

JA of Georgia’s Nineteen Under Nineteen Students to Watch, now in its second year, spotlights students from middle school through recent graduates who have made a mark through JA programs like JA BizTown, JA Finance Park, 3DE by Junior Achievement, and JA Summer Camp. Each honoree receives a scholarship to support educational or entrepreneurial endeavors.