Ever since she completed TeenQuest 10 years ago, Briyuanna Torns-Smartt has been using the same resume format that she learned how to create during the program. That, along with the interview skills she learned, has helped her continue to achieve success. “There is a running joke in my family that as long as I make […]

During their teenage years, students attend school to learn many different skills they will need for the future. This can include mathematics, science, writing and technology, to name a few. But what about the skills that aren’t taught in a classroom? “When students are focused on their studies, there is little time to teach other […]

Mental and emotional health is an important issue that needs to be addressed at all levels. When it comes to education, there can be spaces left open in supporting mental and emotional health that lead to students falling through the cracks. This is something YouthQuest is working diligently to avoid. “We want to ensure that […]

By Dr. Kimberly Leverette Starting in 2022, we have a lot to look forward to with our ever-growing and expanding programs. Going into this new year, one of our biggest objectives at Flint & Genesee Education & Talent is to continue to provide high-quality programming. Starting with YouthQuest, we are looking forward to ensuring an […]

Make it Beautiful Students at Pierce Elementary were able to take on a leadership role with the Youth Advisory Council Club. On the council, students get to have a voice and choice around programming decisions. With that power, they chose to work on beautification projects at their school. The club’s first project was to make […]

When he was 16 years old, Simon Lalone decided to attend TeenQuest at Grand Blanc High School because he wanted to find a job – which he did. Lalone worked at Arby’s for two years throughout the rest of high school, but once he got into college, he wanted to find something more. “My first […]