News from Youth Solutions

Stay connected to our programs, youth, and statewide network by reading our latest newsletter stories and blogs.

Meet our November Specialist of the Month: Sam Frizzell

Meet our Specialist of the Month winner for November, Sam Frizzell , a Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) out-of-school specialist from...

Peckham Inc. Youth Officially Inducted into JMG at Inspiring Launch Celebration

On October 10, youth from Peckham, Inc’s out-of-school program, were formally inducted into the Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG)...

Youth Solutions Expands Career Development Services in Saginaw County with YS Foundations Launch

On September 25, Youth Solutions proudly launched our new service line, Youth Solutions (YS) Foundations, at three schools in Saginaw...

Meet Our New Youth Solutions Team Member - Summer Tahaney, Manager of Program Success - East

I am a proud graduate of Alma College (Go Scots!), where I earned my B.A. in Psychology. I started my career in ABA therapy, working with...

Meet Our New Youth Solutions Team Member - Emma Haygood, Manager of Program Success - Berrien, Cass, Van Buren

With over 25 years of experience in the educational field, I am thrilled to join Youth Solutions, where I can continue my passion for...

Introducing New Leadership: Carson Haskin and Ayanna Mendieta to Lead Youth Advisory Council with Vision and Passion

We are excited to welcome Carson Haskin as the newly appointed President of the Youth Advisory Council (YAC), and Ayanna Mendieta as...

Meet our October Specialist of the Month: Josh Todd

Meet our Specialist of the Month winner for October, Josh Todd , a Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) in-school specialist from Networks...

Meet our September Specialist of the Month: Heather Bates

Meet our Specialist of the Month winner for September, Heather Bates , a Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) out-of-school specialist...

Whirlpool Receives Prestigious Awards for Transformative Work with JMG Youth in Benton Harbor

Whirlpool Corporation shines with dual awards for their outstanding work with Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) youth in Benton Harbor.

Empowering Michigan's Youth: A Year of Remarkable Achievements and Lasting Impact

Youth Solutions is tackling Michigan's growing youth disengagement crisis with transformative results from our JMG program.

Empower, Inspire, Thrive: Uniting for Youth Success at the Youth Solutions’ Summer Summit

The Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) network came together at the Youth Solutions’ Summer Summit.

Youth Advisory Council Members Shine at Annual Summer Summit

Six Youth Advisory Council (YAC) members shared their powerful Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG) journeys at our Summer Summit.

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Youth Solutions in the News

Read what the media is saying about our youth and statewide programs.

Rep Andrews Speaks to JMG Youth at Bridge Academy in Benton Harbor

94.9 WSJM

May 23, 2023

Rep Andrews Speaks to JMG Youth at Bridge Academy in Benton Harbor

Youth Solutions First Ever Youth Led Scholarship Funds Awarded

Michigan Business Network

May 18, 2023

Youth Solutions First Ever Youth Led Scholarship Funds Awarded

Michigan Faces Dramatic Decline in Working Teenagers

Midland Daily News

May 9, 2023

Michigan Faces Dramatic Decline in Working Teenagers

State Faces Dramatic Decline in Working Teenagers

The Alpena News

May 5, 2023

State Faces Dramatic Decline in Working Teenagers

Rep Andrews Talks Public Service with JMG Youth from Bridge Academy and Benton Harbor High School

Herald Palladium

May 23, 2023

Rep Andrews Talks Public Service with JMG Youth from Bridge Academy and Benton Harbor High School

Lisa Baldyga, JMG Specialist, Presents on Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) during the Learning Symposium Reflective Table Talks Session

NMC Communique

May 16, 2023

Lisa Baldyga, JMG Specialist, Presents on Jobs for Michigan's Graduates (JMG) during the Learning Symposium Reflective Table Talks Session

Michigan Faces Dramatic Decline in Working Teenagers

Herald Review

May 8, 2023

Michigan Youth Prepare For The Future By Participating In Career Readiness Competitions

Michigan Business Network

May 3, 2023

Michigan Youth Prepare For The Future By Participating In Career Readiness Competitions

JMG Youth from Benton Harbor Wins Youth Advisory Council Scholarship

Herald Palladium

May 19, 2023

JMG Youth from Benton Harbor Wins Youth Advisory Council Scholarship

JMG Youth Interviewed about Summer Work Experience

Wood TV

May 12, 2023

JMG Youth Interviewed about Summer Work Experience

Several SWMI Students Participate in Career Development Conference

The Herald-Palladium

May 5, 2023

Several SWMI Students Participate in Career Development Conference

Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates students attend Legislative Day

Midland Daily News

May 2, 2023

Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates students attend Legislative Day

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