Archive for November 2021
Letter: Help save lives through education by supporting JAG-K!
Giving Tuesday is a global movement to connect those who want to make a positive impact with those who need help the most.
Read MoreKSDE, KDOC introduce first Kansas Youth Registered Apprenticeship for Topeka high school students
The Kansas State Department of Education and Department of Commerce say a Topeka Public Schools USD 501 high school student sponsored by JAG-K will have the chance to work for the KSDE Information Technology team as part of the first-ever Kansas Youth Registered Apprenticeship.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Hires Former Participant as New Career Specialist
When the JAG-K program at Salina South High School needed a new Career Specialist last summer, an interesting candidate stepped up to the plate.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K to Sponsor Youth Registered Apprenticeships
A partnership between JAG-K, the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) and the Topeka Unified School District 501 will create apprenticeships on the KSDE Information Technology team.
Read MoreCoffee with Chuck Focuses on Compensation/Culture of a Prospective Employer
Chuck chats about some of his recent visits with students, a speaking event with Johnny C. Taylor, Jr. and the importance of reviewing the total compensation package and culture of an employer.
Read MoreStafford County Economic Development: Norman leads JAG-K students to better job skills
Kathleen Norman, Assistant Director of Stafford County Economic Development, has been getting out to surrounding communities to facilitate Empowerment Training with the JAG-K Program.
Read MoreTreasurer Lynn Rogers to visit North High School JAG-K Program
“I hope to empower students with the knowledge that savings programs are available for all types of career dreams. Those dreams may include vocational or technical training, or a registered apprenticeship program,” Rogers said.
Read MoreThe Nation at Risk – Again
As governors and business leaders who serve on the board of JAG, we are compelled to report that the nation, once again, is at great risk of losing a critical part of our next generation.
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