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On the Job: Jewel Langston
Carman-Ainsworth High School Graduate, Jewel Langston, has been working hard toward her future. After graduating high school, Langston attended Mott Community College, where she received an associate’s degree. She then went on to attend Wayne State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in business management. “When I first graduated from Wayne State, I […]
Read MoreYoung Adults Find Support, Success Through R.I.S.E.
Sometimes people just need a little extra support to succeed to the best of their abilities. This was true for 23-year-old Angel McLilly, a young woman in Genesee County who was disengaged from school and work after giving birth to her son. That was until she found R.I.S.E., a peer-to-peer group that is part of […]
Read MoreYouthQuest Partners with Local Businesses on Field Trips for Students, Families
YouthQuest staff members are excited to partner with local businesses through field trip vouchers as one of the ways they are integrating enrichment activities, a core component of the afterschool program. “We wanted to find a way to give our students and their families enriching experiences while still maintaining social distancing and safety protocols,” says […]
Read MoreIntroducing Flint & Genesee Education & Talent
On April 1, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce became the Flint & Genesee Group. The newly branded organization will market its services through four divisions dedicated collectively to advancing the region’s attractiveness as a great place to live, work, play and invest. Those divisions are: Flint & Genesee Chamber, Flint & Genesee Economic […]
Read MoreYouthQuest Highlights: February 2021
Do It Yourself Students at Pierce Elementary went hands-on with a variety of projects in the DIY Club. In February, students worked on winter-themed projects such as creating a snowman pillow, fleece scarves and snow measuring sticks. Supplies for each of the craft projects were provided to students during their monthly activity packet drop-off. After […]
Read MoreOn the Job: Ross McEacheron V
Grand Blanc High School graduate Ross McEacheron V is working hard toward his dream career in human resources. Currently studying at the University of Michigan-Flint for a double major in human resource management and marketing, McEacheron has found many opportunities to build his skill set outside of school. “I was working as a manager of […]
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