Youth Solutions Foundations
Youth Solutions Foundations (formerly known as YS Select) is a service designed to help schools build sustainable, multi-year career development programs.
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BUILDING
FOUNDATION
Youth Solutions Foundations provides expert consultation, systematic program development, and accountability. Schools receive guidance and resources to establish impactful career development programs that equip students with essential skills for informed decision-making and success beyond high school.
Support with implementation of the Michigan Career Development Model (MCDM)
Robust needs assessment and data analysis
Professional development, consultation, and coaching
The creation of a comprehensive career development program handbook
A continuous improvement process aligned to Michigan Integrated Continuous Improvement Process (MICIP)
YS Foundations has allowed our districts a facilitated process of analyzing our collective school and community efforts around career exploration. Intentionality and strategic direction provided by working with Youth Solutions will allow enhanced connection between school and community, in turn providing students with more opportunities to explore and experience career possibilities as they navigate towards a bright future.
Alyssa Merten
Coordinator
Oceana College Access Network
CAREER-FOCUSED EDUCATION
Career-focused education isn't just about preparing youth for immediate employment after high school. It's about igniting their curiosity, guiding them through diverse career options, and helping them navigate their path, whether it leads to college, credential attainment, the military, an apprenticeship, or entering the workforce after graduation. This focus helps youth stay engaged in their education, enabling them to set goals for their future and pursue a fulfilling, family-sustaining career right here in Michigan.
