This summer, YouthQuest students were exposed to the public health field with the Flint Public Health Youth Academy. “Public health doesn’t have a Halloween costume like a doctor or nurse does,” says Dr. Kent Key, director and founder of the Community Engagement Studio of Flint which facilitates the Flint Public Health Youth Academy. “We have […]

On the Ranch Holmes STEM Academy and International Academy of Flint middle school students spent a weekend at Double JJ Ranch Resort on the west side of Michigan. There, they were able to go horseback riding, have fun at a water park and participate in a self-care session. This trip provided students with new experiences […]

TeenQuest graduate Dylan Olson has two paths in mind for his future. One, where he continues a career in umpiring, ideally in Major League Baseball. Another, where he pursues his other passion – working for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. “One plan is to pursue a job in my degree field,” says Olson, who […]

Summer Youth Initiative (SYI) is an employment program for TeenQuest graduates that provides on-the-job training, teaches soft skills such as communication and time management, and allows students to earn money during the summer. The program also provides students with the opportunity to serve their community through service-learning projects. In the past, students have come together […]

Retreat With program transitioning from the school year to summer session, YouthQuest staff took some time for self-care during a much-needed staff retreat to Mackinaw City and Mackinac Island. During the three days, employees had the chance to connect with each other while taking part in excursions such as horseback riding and carriage rides. BBQing […]