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15-year-old Ethan (far left) spent his summer building confidence and gaining invaluable skills through The Child Center's Summer Youth Employment Program. His days consisted of challenges to solve, people to greet, and a never-ending stream of important work to be done—and Ethan wouldn’t have had it any other way! SYEP is not just about employment; it's about providing opportunities, building skills, and empowering youth to dream big. 🌟 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eNm-vGM4

As the summer season draws to a close, so does the chapter of summer employment for teenagers nationwide. Did you know that early workplace experiences, such as summer jobs, contribute to a higher likelihood of high school graduation and improved GPAs? For further insights, delve into the research by Alicia Modestino and Richard Paulsen in Education Nextcwhere they show the benefits of seasonal jobs, particularly for those from low-income neighborhoods with few job opportunities nearby. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dc8XxQvj

ICYMI: As summer ends so do #SummerJobs but their impact on youth continues throughout the school year and beyond! Read my short article in @EducationNext with @RichardJPaulsen to find out more! We provide experimental evidence from the Boston Summer Youth Employment Program, where students were enrolled in the program via random lottery to work in local city agencies, businesses, and nonprofits, as seasonal workers in parks, day camps, and other local organizations. Youth who receive job offers are 7% more likely to graduate high school on time & 22% less likely to drop out within a year. Their school attendance & GPA ⬆️ due to better work habits, soft skills, & college aspirations. These long-term benefits outweigh program costs by 2 to 1. Northeastern University https://lnkd.in/eYzmgYaG

New York City’s Summer Youth Employment Program has made incredible strides in recent years, connecting a record 100,000+ young New Yorkers to paid work opportunities. Our new report suggests that there is one area where SYEP can improve to have a greater impact: expanding employer partnerships to high-wage, high-growth industries. In 2022, just 0.7 percent of SYEP worksites were in tech, 0.6 percent in business and finance, and 1.7 percent in media. Check out more in our report: https://lnkd.in/eXTp8-8X #nycfuture #SYEP #NYC #economicgrowth #publicpolicy #youth #workforcedevelopment

Today we are outside City Hall calling on NYC Mayor Eric Adams to #SaveLTW, a vital program for young adults. Through Learning To Work (LTW), young adults who have struggled in the traditional high school setting get another chance to earn a diploma, while getting the support they need to succeed: academics, emotional well-being, counseling, and career guidance. LTW even offers paid internships, letting students earn a paycheck and explore potential careers while going to school. This incredibly successful program, however, is in jeopardy. This June, the DOE is considering cutting up to 72% of LTW funding. This threatens the futures of 16,000 promising young adults across 66 Transfer High Schools and 19 Young Adult Borough Centers (YABCs). NYC needs LTW to ensure no young person falls through the cracks! #nyc #queensnyc #education #graduation #employment #youthemployment #learningtowork #fundltw #highschool #diploma #advocacy #nycityhall #nycmayor

What do your summer plans look like? It’s the end of the school year, and that means summer programs are launching soon. We’re currently partnering with districts across the state this summer, and we can provide whatever support you need for your summer programs, too! Looking for summer staff? Whether you serve 4 or 400 schools, we have the capacity to recruit, hire, and train the staff you need. Book a meeting when you click on Partner With Us here: https://elevolearning.com. #elevolearning #summer2024 #summerprograms #intercession #summerintersession #summerbreak #enrichmentprogram #expandedlearning #elop #education #educationprogram

Companies need more neurodiverse talent. And there are some great programs available that are enabling young adults with developmental disabilities to successfully gain employment. Project SEARCH is one of those many organizations that partner closely with states and their Divisions of Vocational Rehabilitation like in New Mexico's case below. Well done to them for working towards reducing the unemployment rate for those with a developmental disability. And, thrilled they are using CentralReach's avail solution to enable and serve these individuals as they successfully climb the employment ladder! #autismandIDDcare #neurodiversityatwork

Serving opportunity youth, those disconnected from education and employment, requires a multifaceted approach. Offer alternative education programs, including online courses and vocational training, alongside life skills and job readiness training. Provide mentorship, counseling, and practical support such as housing and transportation assistance. Create job opportunities through partnerships with local businesses and internships that offer valuable work experience. Establish safe community spaces and engage with local communities for support. Advocate for supportive policies and utilize technology for education and job searches. Collect and analyze data to tailor programs effectively, and assess outcomes regularly. Foster collaborations between schools, nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies, and encourage public-private partnerships. Provide long-term support, including follow-up services and alumni networks, ensuring sustained success for opportunity youth. By integrating these elements, communities can empower young people to reconnect with education and employment, enabling them to build brighter futures.

I have accepted a new position working with economically disadvantaged youth. My program works with High School Freshman and Sophomores until graduation to develop job skills. This program work includes Work Readiness Training, Volunteering, and assistance in obtaining employment. The interns work up to fifteen hours per week during the school year and up to thirty hours per week during the summer break. Interns work for twelve dollars an hour and are staff leased to employers. The balance of their wages is paid by the JWB grant along with workers’ compensation and employee taxes. In addition to income, the interns gain experience, improved self-esteem, and an understanding of how education impacts professional choices. Employing Youth Employment Program interns helps our community. Does you have any ideas about preparing youth for employment that are not the traditional youth jobs?

Closely spaced kids? Enroll them in the same schools, camps, and extracurriculars. "But won't that stifle their individuality?" I worried about that too. Then I saw the magic happen. This approach doesn't just solve your logistical nightmares—it gives your kids a secret superpower: a shared world that boosts their confidence and opens doors. Here are the unexpected payoffs: 1. Your kids become "known quantities": • Teachers and coaches invest more in kids they know well (and fondly remember their siblings). • Your children share friends, creating a bigger, more supportive social circle. 2. Your family becomes insiders: • Older siblings become unofficial guides, helping younger ones navigate school and activities. • You'll master the unwritten rules of each institution, helping your kids get the most out of every opportunity. 3. Siblings become a powerhouse team: • Shared experiences outside your home create inside jokes and mutual understanding. • Your kids learn to support each other when you're not around, building lifelong bonds. -- This fall, my three kids are heading to the same college (their choice)! They're excited about: • Getting the scoop on the best professors, classes, majors, study-abroad programs, and internships from each other. • Tackling the social scene and extracurriculars as a team. • Creating new shared memories as they grow into adulthood together. Turns out, giving kids a common ground doesn't make them carbon copies—it gives them a powerful support system and insider knowledge to leverage as they develop their unique strengths.