During a recent visit to Northwestern High School, Kevin Collins brought along one of the cellphone’s earliest predecessors: the drum. As he explained the drum’s origins and history, students learned that the musical instrument once served as a form of communication in West Africa. This is one of many lessons that YouthQuest students have learned […]

Earlier this year, Cheryl Adkins joined the YouthQuest team as Program Director. In her new role, Adkins oversees the YouthQuest afterschool program, manages over 110 employees and serves as the primary contact with schools and community partners. Adkins is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and brings 22 years of experience as a school administrator […]

High school seniors in Flint will soon be able to apply for Flint Promise, a new scholarship program for students who live in Flint and graduate from a high school or GED program located in Flint. This opportunity will make it possible for qualifying students to attend area colleges at no cost. Interested in learning […]

As we return from the holiday season, I’m excited for what’s ahead. By forming new partnerships and building upon existing ones, the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce is now able to provide educational programming and opportunities to an even wider audience of young people. For instance, for the first time ever, YouthQuest is now […]

On February 22, high school students in Genesee County will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of careers in the health care industry. Health Care Day, hosted by the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce and Diplomat, will offer breakout sessions covering corporate education, human relations, sales and marketing and more. “Often, when […]

Each year, hundreds of Genesee County teens learn important life and work skills through the TeenQuest pre-employment program. Recently, one of those students, Arcadien White, asked TeenQuest Facilitator James Washington to stop by Atlantis Alternative High School because he had something to give him. When Washington arrived, White handed him a letter. Here’s what the […]