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“It is a good eye opener,” said Jose Arias with Great Bend High School’s JAG–K program. It gave him a better idea on what to tell students about the job possibilities in manufacturing.
Read MoreJAG-K students learn about careers in the banking industry from Kansas Bankers Association’s YBOK
Two days of interaction between JAG-K and the banking employees exemplified the commitment by the Kansas Bankers Association to developing the future workforce
Read MoreNews Release: Young Bankers Share Career Options with JAG-K Students, Make Donation
Participants in the JAG-K programs at Augusta High School and Wichita North High School met with representatives of the Kansas Bankers Association’s Young Bank Officers of Kansas Division to learn about careers in the banking industry.
Read MoreStudents in JAG-K Program will meet with representatives of the Kansas Bankers Association
Participants in the JAG-K programs at Augusta High School and Wichita North High School will meet with representatives of the Kansas Bankers Association’s Young Bank Officers of Kansas Division.
Read MoreNews Release: 33 JAG-K Programs Receive 5 of 5 Award
For the seventh consecutive year, the
Read MoreNews Release: Kansas Insurance Department Helps JAG-K Promote Financial Literacy
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vickie Schmidt donated $20,000
to help JAG-K teach important financial concepts to students in the program.
Augusta High School’s Devin Russell-Unger becomes student president of JAG-K
Russell-Unger was invited to speak to JAG staff from across the nation at its annual training conference in July. Russell-Unger shared in a video presentation to the staff his experiences in foster care.
Read MoreNews Release: Student Adopted from Foster Care Assumes Role of JAG-K Student President
Russell-Unger shared in a video presentation to the JAG national staff his experiences in foster care.
Read MoreNews Release: KHF Grant Creates Partnership Between JAG-Kand Creative Pathways & Means
JAG-K is the recipient of a $25,000 2021 Impact and Capacity Grant from Kansas Health Foundation.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Summer Activities Can Change Lives
Helping JAG-K students overcome barriers to success requires year-round commitment. Ryleigh Atkinson-McLaury’s internship is the perfect example of the type of experience JAG-K hopes to provide all its students during the summer.
Read MoreNews Release: Seniors Receive Scholarships from JAG-K
Three participants in JAG-K programs were recently named recipients of the JAG-K Mortimer Scholarship for seniors in high school.
Read MoreLetter: JAG Statistics Celebrated By Organization’s National President
The national office of JAG announced on June 8 some amazing statistics about the success of the program nationally.
Read MoreLetter: JAG-K Helps Students Succeed Despite Pandemic
Amid the largest surge of dropouts in U.S. history, JAG-K kept students engaged, on track to graduate, and on the path to success.
Read MoreKnapp Discusses Graduation on Radio Program
JAG-K President/CEO Chuck Knapp discussed the success of the Kansas program in helping students during the pandemic on the Danielle Norwood Show on May 17.
Read MoreGovernor Laura Kelly joined other leaders to help Kansas young people reach their full potential
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly joined Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Vice Chair of the JAG national board, to discuss the benefits of the JAG program in Kansas
Read MoreSuccess Story: Tionna
Tionna came to the Pittsburg High School JAG as a freshman angry and always ready to start a rebellion.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Students Compete at Virtual State Career Development Conference, Elect Officers
More than 150 students from JAG-K programs across the state participated in the organization’s annual State Career Development Conference (CDC), held virtually on April 21.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Partnership with John Deere in Coffeyville Grows
The JAG-K program at Field Kindley Memorial High School in Coffeyville was recently awarded a grant of $36,000 by a local John Deere unit to help fund the program.
Read MoreSuccess Story: Courtland
Courtland’s attendance in fall of 2020 was spotty at best. He wasn’t interested in remote-learning, and was bored with his school subjects. By the end of the semester, he had essentially dropped out.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Transition Services Helps Students in the Foster Care System
A partnership with DCF and KSDE has helped JAG-K reach out in a novel way to students in foster care, helping them get plugged in at school, on track to graduate, and prepared for careers and post-secondary educational opportunities.
Read MoreNews Release: McPherson JAG-K Student Awarded Rudd Scholarship
MHS JAG-K Career Association President Kyra Byrd was announced today as one of 30 recipients of the Rudd Scholarship.
Read MoreSuccess Story: Christian
Christian is a recent graduate from Concordia High School who is now serving in the United States Marine Corps. He was a participant in the Concordia JAG-K program his junior and senior year, during which a lack for knowing his career path led to frustrations of an undecided future. But researching career options with his Career Specialist…
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Students Visit Statehouse, Meet with Gov. Kelly, Legislators
Ten JAG-K participants from programs across the state met with Gov. Laura Kelly and some of the state’s top lawmakers and learned about how they can prepare to make their mark in the workplace after graduation.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Middle School Programs Prepare Students for Future
While JAG-K is generally recognized for the work it does in high schools across Kansas, it has realized the benefits of starting these supports as early as middle school.
Read MoreHays High School JAG-K students support the Red Cross lifesaving mission
Recently, the American Red Cross and the Hays High School JAG-K Program hosted the Ellis County Battle of the Badges blood drive.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Career Specialists Adapt During Year Unlike Any Other
As it has everyone involved in education, the pandemic has challenged JAG-K Career Specialists to adapt, and to be more resourceful than ever before.
Read MoreGood Kids: Topeka High senior wins national title expressing love for JAG-K program
“No matter the background, no matter where you come from, no matter anything, JAG is the class that helps you regardless. It helps you with your future,” Chrishayla Adams said.
Read MoreKelly taps Topeka High senior for state juvenile justice group
With Kelly’s appointment, Adams will now serve a four-year term on the Kansas Advisory Group on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, which advocates for and advises lawmakers on the best interests of children in Kansas’ juvenile justice system.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Student Leader Appointed to Juvenile Justice Advisory Group by Gov. Kelly
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly recently appointed JAG-K statewide student president Chrishayla Adams to the Kansas Advisory Group for Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.
Read MoreEHS JAG student wins national competition
Erica Zhou Wang, who has participated in the JAG-Kansas program throughout her entire high school career, was announced the winner of the contest last week.
Read MoreHays High student places third in national competition
Hays High School student Jonathan Rupe claimed third place in a national Financial Literacy competition sponsored by Jobs For America’s Graduates this week.
Read MoreJAG-K Students Place in National Competition
Three participants in the JAG-K program claimed first place in national competitions this week, while three others took third place.
Read More#GivingTuesday Letter: Help save lives through education by supporting JAG-K
Tuesday, Dec. 1, is #GivingTuesday, a global movement to connect those who want to make a positive impact with those who need it most.
Read MoreGov. Kelly receives 5 of 5 Award from Jobs for America’s Graduates
Governor Laura Kelly was presented the 5 of 5 Award on Tuesday by the national president of Jobs for Americas Graduates in recognition of Kansas meeting or exceeding national performance measures in five categories, including graduation rate and positive student outcomes.
Read MoreNews Release: With the Support of Gov. Laura Kelly, JAG-K Receives Prestigious Award for Exceeding National Performance Standards
JAG national president Ken Smith presented Kelly with the 5 of 5 Award in a virtual ceremony on November 10, thanking her for her ongoing support of the JAG-K program.
Read MoreTech opportunities come to life for Kiowa County students
This was a good opportunity for JAG-K students because their class is focused on identifying their particular interests and allows students to start building an idea of what they want to do for a job or career after graduation.
Read MoreLocal creator to host event focusing on healing powers of music
Hazim has been working closely with JAG-K and recently presented during one of its leadership conferences. He said he hopes kids who are a part of JAG-K come to the event.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Autumn
Somebody’s got to step up and be a leader!
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Keegan
“I believe that JAG-K has helped me to not give up on myself when times get hard.”
Read MoreJAG-K students attend Leadership Development Conference
Great Bend High School’s JAG-K students recently joined nearly 300 students from across the state “virtually” in the Kansas Leadership Development Conference.
Read MoreNamed State’s JAG-K President, Topeka High Senior Set to Make Plans, Not Dreams
Don’t ask Topeka High senior Chrishayla Adams what she wants to do after high school. Instead, ask her what she will be.
Read MoreKansas JAG-K Students Attend Virtual Leadership Development Conference
Kelly and Pompeo among dignitaries to address young leaders
Read MoreWalmart Donates $10,000 to JAG-K
The regional office of the Walmart corporation recently made a donation of $10,000 to Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) to assist the organization in its efforts to help students prepare for successful futures.
Read MoreJAG-K donation gives 100 laptops to some of Kansas’ most vulnerable students
A donation of 100 Chromebooks to Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas will help provide some stability for students in foster care.
Read MoreJAG-K Receives Donation to Help Students in Foster Care
Transition Services received a donation of 100 Chromebooks that will help students in foster care with their schoolwork.
Read More35 JAG-K Programs Earn Top National Honor
For the sixth consecutive year, the Jobs for America’s Graduates national organization announced that the Kansas affiliate earned the organization’s 5 of 5 Award.
Read MoreTopeka High JAG class plants seed for the future
Topeka Capital-Journal, July 23, 2020 See original article For Carlos Kelly and Topeka High’s Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas students, the last couple of months have been all about planting a seed. Since mid-May, Kelly and fellow JAG-K career specialist Teresa Leslie-Canty have been working with a group of Topeka High JAG student volunteers to build…
Read MoreJAG-K to host Employer Summit
JAG-K Students Succeed Regardless of Race, Ethnicity
Grad Rate and Employment Success are Higher for JAG Students of Color
Read MoreKingman High School Student Receives JAG Scholarship
Aubrey Thimesch, a 2020 graduate of Kingman High School, was announced Monday as a recipient of the 2020 T-Mobile Kenneth M. Smith Scholarship.
Read MoreHHS JAG-K junior headed to nationals for math competition
Hays High School junior Jonathan Rupe placed first at the state JAG-K competition this spring, qualifying him for nationals. Rupe said JAG-K has helped him do more than just hone his math skills.
Read MoreHHS student qualifies for National Student Leadership Academy in D.C.
More than 200 students from Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas JAG-K programs across the state participated in the organization’s annual State Career Development Conference (CDC)
Read MoreJAG students compete in virtual event
Southwest Kansas students who qualified to compete at NSLA, and the category, are: Natalie Radke, Garden City, second place in employability, Blair Holliday & Alexas Amos, Holcomb, first place in project-based learning.
Read MoreJAG-K Students Compete at Virtual State Career Development Conference
15 students qualify for National Student Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C.
Read MoreJAG-K student recognized as one of three Topeka High valedictorians, celebrates virtual graduation
On Saturday, hundreds of students in Topeka graduated virtually, including Trejon James, one of three valedictorian’s at Topeka High School.
Read MoreHiawatha High School will offer JAG-K program in the fall
Hiawatha High School will add a JAG-K program next fall.
Read MoreJAG-K student featured on KPR, receives gift of free college
Original story can be found at: https://www.hutchnews.com/news/20200430/jag-k-student-featured-on-kpr-receives-gift-of-free-college Thanks in part to a program that helps students overcome barriers to success, a teenager named Kira has put a lifetime of abuse, neglect and stunted development behind her, and has a bright future ahead. She shared her story of resilience and recovery on Kansas Public Radio (KPR)…
Read MoreJAG-K Student Featured on KPR, Receives Gift of Free College
A Kansas student named Kira has put a lifetime of abuse, neglect and stunted development behind her, and has a bright future ahead.
Read MoreGood News for JAG-K Student: Kira’s Compelling Story Inspires Generous Radio Listener
Original story posted at https://kansaspublicradio.org/kpr-news/good-news-jag-k-student-kiras-compelling-story-inspires-generous-listener By J. Schafer – Kansas Public Radio, April 30, 2020 There’s been a lot of bad news to report lately: from new cases of coronavirus to rising unemployment numbers. But today… we actually have some good news to share. So turn up the radio, sit back and listen. KPR’s J.…
Read MoreLingafelter named national JAG trainer
Brad Lingafelter of Haviland, regional director of Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) programs, was recently selected to participate in the organization’s National Training Academy.
Read MoreGBHS staff member selected for JAG National Training Academy
Jennifer Hopkins, a career specialist for Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) at Great Bend High School, was recently selected to participate in the organization’s National Training Academy (NTA).
Read MoreJAG-K Continues to Meet Students’ Needs Despite School Closures
(TOPEKA) — When schools closed their doors in mid-March due to the COVID-19 virus, they scrambled to continue operations. They would need to teach and support students by every means possible in lieu of holding regular school sessions. Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG-K), a multi-year, in-school program for students in grades 7-12, was positioned to…
Read MorePratt JAG-K students show off skills at regional meet
Pratt High students in JAG-K (Jobs for America’s Graduates) competed at the Regional Career Development Conference on March 4, where Pratt earned third as a team and qualified two students for State in their respective events.
Read MoreTopeka High taps Carlos Kelly to lead football program
By Rick Peterson – Topeka Capital-Journal Carlos Kelly has been proud to be an assistant football coach at three different city high schools for more than two decades. But Kelly always longed for the opportunity to run his own program, a dream that will come true this fall after Kelly, 45, was approved Thursday night by…
Read MoreAbused, Neglected, Rescued, Saved; How JAG-K Helped a Kansas Girl Reclaim Her Life
KPR’s J. Schafer reports on one of those students who claims JAG-K isn’t just helping her succeed… it helped save her life.
Read MoreMunoz to serve on Apply Kansas committee
Munoz, a Regional Director for the Topeka area’s Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K), has been invited to serve on an Apply Kansas committee, an initiative through the Board of Regents to support high school seniors in the college application process.
Read MoreLeslie-Canty nominated for national LifeChanger of the Year award
Leslie-Canty, a Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas teacher, was also nominated by an anonymous student. She was recognized for relating to her students on a personal level, and she talks about her own struggles so students can learn from her mistakes.
Read MoreMatlock honored for service to JAG-K and Hays community
(HAYS) — In just its second year, the Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) program at Hays High School (HHS) is making a big impression in the Hays community. JAG-K specialist Johnny Matlock was recently recognized by the Hays Chamber of Commerce as the community’s citizen of the year, in large part for his work at…
Read MoreEducational program receives award for helping students find succcess
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) — A local educational program received accolades for creating pathways to success Tuesday morning.
Gov. Laura Kelly and Chuck Knapp, the president of “Kansas Jobs for America’s Graduates,” or JAG-K, were presented the JAG 5-of-5 award.
The award is given to JAG programs that exceed performance based on helping students successfully transition into post-secondary school, the military, or directly into the workforce.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Jace
“My favorite part of JAG-K has been learning the employability skills,
competing and qualifying in them all the way to nationals, and the
college visits.”
–Jace Tweedy, JAG-K Senior and President of Holcomb JAG-K
JAG-K student chosen as Tourette Association ambassador
“I never felt like I fit in and always felt out of place in my classes until I found JAG-K.”
Read MorePHS student selected as ambassador for Tourette Association of America
By From Staff Reports / news@morningsun.net Posted Dec 22, 2019 at 6:44 PM PITTSBURG — Pittsburg High School junior Emily Wachter has been selected by the Tourette Association of America (TAA) to represent the state of Kansas at its Youth Ambassador Training in Washington D.C. Wachter and her mother, Shauna Rooks, will attend the event in March, a release said.…
Read MoreGreat Bend student competes, participates in leadership workshops in Washington D.C.
t Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) was represented by 16 students at the JAG National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA) in Washington, D.C., including Great Bend High School student Austin Moore. The students competed in skills competitions, attended leadership workshops and had the opportunity to tour familiar monuments and museums in the nation’s capital. The students who attended NSLA earned the all-expense…
Read MoreJAG-K faces funding cuts
The Department for Children and Families will cut the grant that funds a large portion of the programs by 50% in July of 2020. Each JAG school program costs about $73,000 to fund.
The hope is that with bipartisan support in the Kansas legislature and with Governor Kelly now serving on the National JAG Board, the funding won’t be lost.
Governor Kelly joins board of directors for Jobs for America’s Graduates
“Kansas has underutilized JAG-K as a proven resource over the past six years, and I hope to maximize the potential of this program to help even more Kansas students.”
Read MoreGreat Bend JAG-K volunteers help create Santa’s Workshop
Great Bend Tribune Great Bend High School students, community volunteers and Great Bend Recreation Commission staff will be transforming the City Auditorium into Santa’s Workshop. The 23rd-annual Santa’s Workshop will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, in the City Auditorium. Enter through the doors located on the southwest corner of the auditorium.…
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Sebastian
He is a great example of how important it is to keep going in spite of adversity and setbacks, and we are very proud of his hard work and resiliency!
Read MoreMHS JAG-K students attend Leadership Development Conference in Wichita
More than 250 students from 53 schools statewide traveled to the conference, including four students from McPherson High School: Cali Dykes, Kyra Byrd, Luke Riley, and Elaulus Reazin.
Read MoreCraft shows are fall traditions
JAG-K members Deklyn Cravan, Jasmyn Marley and Greg Sommers were on duty for one shift at the craft show. They said their work Saturday would count as volunteer hours but the proceeds were going to the welding class.
Read MoreStudent Spotlight: Megan
When Megan joined JAG-K in 7th grade, she was struggling with behaviors that were keeping her from success at school and at home. She had made some bad decisions that were leading her down the wrong road. At the end of last year, she had a transformation and has turned things around. Megan says, “What…
Read MoreJAG-K specialists receive awards
Connor Phillips, Region 5 director of Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas, presented the High Performer Award to Kristie Hawley, JAG-K specialist at Independence High School, and the “Five of Five” Award to Shayla Reliford, JAG-K specialist at Field Kindley High School in Coffeyville at Friday night’s Independence versus Coffeyville football game Sept 28. The High Performer…
Read MoreGreat Bend holding first Manufacturing Day event
Manufacturing Day gives students glimpse of industry Great Bend Tribune: Dale Hogg October 2, 2019 The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development is joining forces Friday with several Barton County businesses to hold the first local Manufacturing Day. Dubbed Made in GBK, this event ties into the national Manufacturing Day held annually on…
Read MorePratt High School students learn to work together as they prepare for jobs after graduation.
Pratt Tribune: Jennifer StultzSeptember 20, 2019 Pratt High School has become known through the past several years for providing students with the skills, tools and classes needed to be job-ready or college-ready upon graduation. Part of the preparation available to USD 382 students includes the Jobs After Graduation (JAG-K) class or club available to qualifying…
Read MoreACHS and WHS earn JAG-K program honors
Courier Traveler – September 18, 2019 Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) announced that for the fifth consecutive year it has earned the Jobs for America’s Graduates 5 of 5 Award. The 5 of 5 Award is bestowed upon those JAG programs that meet or exceed the performance measures in five categories: graduation rate, successful outcomes,…
Read MoreRussell and Colby join JAG-K; program earns top national honor
September 15, 2019 by Hays Post TOPEKA – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) announced that for the fifth consecutive year it has earned the Jobs for America’s Graduates 5 of 5 Award. The 5 of 5 Award is bestowed upon those JAG programs that meet or exceed the performance measures in five categories: graduation rate,…
Read MoreJAG-K earns top national honor
Great Bend TribuneSeptember 14, 2019 TOPEKA – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) announced that for the fifth consecutive year it has earned the Jobs for America’s Graduates 5 of 5 Award. The 5 of 5 Award is bestowed upon those JAG programs that meet or exceed the performance measures in five categories: graduation rate, successful…
Read MoreSTUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Tyrianna
Tyrianna is a junior in high school in Kansas City. This is her third year in JAG-K, and she has made tremendous strides. During her freshman year, Tyrianna struggled with her grades and was once suspended for fighting. Last year, Tyrianna made a significant effort to bring her grades up and finish her sophomore year…
Read MoreJAG-K AWARDED $2500 FROM TACO BELL FOUNDATION
TOPEKA (September 5, 2019) – Today, Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K) received a $2500 grant provided by the Taco Bell Foundation to support approximately 4,000 youth in 79 JAG-K programs across the state. The funding will go towards sponsoring the State Career Development Conference in Salina on April 15, 2020. More than 200…
Read MoreJAG-K receives grant for conference in Salina
Salina PostSeptember 5, 2019 TOPEKA, Kan. – Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K) on Thursday received a $2500 grant provided by the Taco Bell Foundation to support approximately 4,000 youth in 79 JAG-K programs across the state. The funding will go toward sponsoring the State Career Development Conference in Salina on April 15, 2020.…
Read MoreJOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES – KANSAS STUDENTS TAKE HOME AWARDS AT FIRST EVER MULTI-STATE CONFERENCE
5 of 14 national qualifying JAG-K students place in top three of their event at June 18 competition KANSAS CITY— In a first-of-its-kind event, three Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) State Affiliates partnered to hold a Midwest Regional Career Development Conference on June 18, 2019, which was organized similar to the State Career Development Conference…
Read MoreTHREE JOBS FOR AMERICA’S GRADUATES (JAG) STATE AFFILIATES ANNOUNCE MIDWEST REGIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
45 national qualifying Iowa JAG, JAG-Kansas, and JAG Missouri students will come together for first-of-its-kind event on June 18 in Kansas City, Missouri KANSAS CITY— In a first-of-its-kind event, three Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) State Affiliates are partnering to hold a Midwest Regional Career Development Conference, which will be organized similar to the State…
Read MoreStudents become first JAG-K qualifiers from GC and Holcomb
Garden City Telegram – May 21, 2019 Students from Garden City High School and Holcomb High School became the first students from their respective towns to qualify for the Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas National Student Leadership Academy. Vianca Esquivel of Garden City, who qualified in regional JAG-K competitions earlier this year, qualified in mathematics and…
Read MoreIN THE NEWS: Hays High School Senior
‘I knew I needed that second chance’ Hays Daily News: Juno Ogle Of the more than 170 Hays High School seniors who will cross the stage Sunday afternoon, eight of them in particular overcame some incredible odds for the honor. The eight are the first Hays High students to earn their diplomas under the Jobs…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS COMPETE AT STATE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
14 students qualify for National Student Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C. TOPEKA (April 25, 2019) – Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K) hosted more than 200 JAG-K students from across Kansas at its annual State Career Development Conference (CDC) in Salina on April 17, 2019. The students, who qualified at eight regional events, competed…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS COMPETE AT STATE CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
Over 80 middle school students compete against each other in career-focused events TOPEKA (April 23, 2019) — Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K) hosted more than 80 JAG-K middle school students from across Kansas at its annual State Career Development Conference (CDC) in Salina on April 18. The students competed in varying categories that showcase…
Read MoreJAG-K Awarded $3,500 from Taco Bell Foundation
LOCAL ORGANIZATION AWARDED $3,500 TO HELP MORE KANSAS YOUNG PEOPLE FOLLOW THEIR DREAMS TOPEKA (April 23, 2019) – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) received a $3,500.00 grant provided by the Taco Bell Foundation to support more than 300 youth from across the state of Kansas. The funding went towards the annual Career Development Conference (CDC).…
Read MoreTroy Findley to Serve on Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) Board
Former Kansas Lt. Governor and Sebelius Chief of Staff approved at March Meeting TOPEKA, March 22, 2019 – Troy Findley, former Lieutenant Governor under Governor Mark Parkinson, was elected to a two-year term on the Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas, Inc (JAG-K) Board of Directors at the March 19 meeting. Prior to his appointment as Lt.…
Read MoreBeverly Mortimer, Vice President of Programming for JAG-K, to participate in Department of Defense Program
Beverly Mortimer among select group chosen to engage with senior military officials and U.S. Service members for the Secretary of Defense’s Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC) KANSAS (Feb. 22, 2019) – Beverly Mortimer, Vice President of Programming for Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas, has been selected to participate in the 91st Joint Civilian Orientation Conference (JCOC…
Read MoreKansas Students Visit Topeka for Annual JAG-K Day at the Capitol
TOPEKA (February 8, 2019) – Students representing Jobs for America’s Graduates – Kansas (JAG-K) programs from Augusta and Holcomb traveled to Topeka on February 7 to visit the Kansas Statehouse as part of the annual “JAG-K Day at the Capitol.” Due to weather and safety concerns, many of the 230 anticipated students were unable to…
Read MoreFOSTER CARE MONTH HIGHLIGHTS NEED FOR MORE FOSTER FAMILIES
DCF announces event and outlines efforts to increase placement options for Kansas kids TOPEKA (May 3, 2018) – Currently, there are more than 7,500 children in foster care. Sadly, these children have been placed outside of their homes by the court for safety reasons. As the number of children in foster care continues to rise,…
Read MoreA MESSAGE FROM CHUCK KNAPP, PRESIDENT/CEO
From Chuck Knapp, JAG-K President/CEO TOPEKA (May 1, 2018) – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas helps students prepare for successful futures. All our JAG-K students are facing multiple barriers to reaching their full potential, but in January we started a pilot program for Kansas students facing some of the biggest challenges — students in foster care.…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS COMPETE AT SOUTH CENTRAL REGIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
Competitions showcase students’ competencies in interviewing, job preparedness, teamwork, communications, and leadership. WICHITA (March 16, 2018) – The Career Development Conference (CDC) is a one-day event that allows students the opportunity to showcase the skills they are learning in the JAG-K classroom. CDC events include Public Speaking, Employability Skills, Math Skills, Project Based Learning, Mapping…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS COMPETE AT NORTHCENTRAL REGIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
Competitions showcase students’ competencies in interviewing, job preparedness, teamwork, communications, and leadership. CONCORDIA, KS. (March 16, 2018) – The Career Development Conference (CDC) is a one-day event that allows students the opportunity to showcase the skills they are learning in the JAG-K classroom. CDC events include Public Speaking, Employability Skills, Math Skills, Project Based Learning,…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS COMPETE AT NORTHEAST REGIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
Competitions showcase students’ competencies in interviewing, job preparedness, teamwork, communications, and leadership. MANHATTAN, KS. (March 9, 2018) – The Career Development Conference (CDC) is a one-day event that allows students the opportunity to showcase the skills they are learning in the JAG-K classroom. CDC events include Public Speaking, Employability Skills, Math Skills, Project Based Learning, Mapping…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS VISIT KANSAS STATEHOUSE AND MEET WITH GOVERNOR
Students interact with legislators, receive Kansas Statehouse tours Pictured: JAG-K State Career Association (SCA) Officers and JAG-K Staff. Back row from left: SCA Vice President Tyrese DeLaCruz, Chuck Knapp, President/CEO, Bev Mortimer, Vice President Program Development. Front row, from left: SCA President Linda Moyo of Newton High School; Governor Jeff Colyer, SCA Secretary Antonio Cooper,…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS VISIT WSU TECH
WICHITA (February 20, 2018) – More than 100 JAG-K students and their Career Specialists from Wichita and Augusta attended JAG-K Day at Wichita State University Tech (WSU Tech) to learn about the degree and certificate programs offered. Students received a guided tour of the campus and participated in hands-on projects in the Future Maker Mobile…
Read MoreIN THE NEWS: JAG-K Featured on KSNT Education in the 21st Century
TECUMSEH, Kan. (KSNT) — Jobs for America’s Graduates Kansas, also known as JAG-K, is working to prepare students for successful futures by helping them graduate high school and teaching career and life skills. The program is funded through the Kansas Department for Children and Families. DCF allocates more than $4 million in federal Temporary Assistance…
Read MoreIN THE NEWS: Turner Middle School Students
Students Tackle Graffiti in Washington Wheatly A Project Based Learning module allowed students at Turner Middle School in Kansas City the opportunity to explore how art can influence and promote social justice. Two of the students chose to focus their art project on graffiti abatement and volunteered with Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC). Follow the…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENT COMPETES AT NATIONAL STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
TOPEKA (December 20, 2017) – Jason Mitchiner Jr., a senior at Topeka High School, earned second place in the national Math Skills competition at the 21st Annual JAG National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA) held in Washington D.C. on November 29-December 1, 2017. The Math Skills competition is designed to encourage JAG students to improve their…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENT AWARDED SCHOLARSHIP AT JAG NATIONAL STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
TOPEKA (December 18, 2017) – Gabriel Smith, a senior at Lawrence Free State High School, was presented a $1,000 Jim and Karen Koeninger Scholarship during the Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) Awards Luncheon at the National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA) in Washington, D.C. Gabe’s Smith’s application was based on a personal essay and resume and was…
Read MoreJAG-K STUDENTS ATTEND JAG NATIONAL STUDENT LEADERSHIP ACADEMY IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
Local students compete, participate in leadership workshops and tour the nation’s capital TOPEKA (December 13, 2017) – 18 Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) students attended the JAG National Student Leadership Academy (NSLA). The students competed in skills competitions, attended leadership workshops and had the opportunity to tour familiar monuments and museums in the nation’s capital.…
Read MoreAETNA FOUNDATION SUPPORTS JAG-K
Aetna executives judge Leadership Development Conference and then present $25,000 grant at JAG-K Statewide Leadership Development Conference KANSAS (November 2, 2017) – Following a day of inspirational speeches by JAG-K students, Rick Mabe, Vice President of Community Development for Aetna, spoke to more than 200 students representing 68 JAG-K programs across Kansas and presented the…
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Students compete for an opportunity to advance to the national competition in Washington, D.C. KANSAS (October 19, 2017) – More than 200 students representing 68 JAG-K programs traveled to Salina to participate in a two-day Leadership Development Conference. The conference featured competitions in Employability Skills, Math Skills, Project Based Learning, and Public Speaking. Winners of the…
Read MoreAMERIGROUP KANSAS, JAG-KANSAS PARTNER TO PROMOTE HEALTHCARE CAREERS
Greensburg, Kansas (September 11, 2017) – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) students from Kiowa County, Pratt, Stafford, Great Bend, Holcomb, Liberal, and Stafford High Schools attended a career information assembly thanks to a contribution from Amerigroup Kansas. The event was hosted at Kiowa County High School in Greensburg, Kansas. “JAG-K is excited about…
Read MoreJAG-K PROGRAMS EARN TOP NATIONAL HONOR
KANSAS (August 16, 2017) – Jobs for America’s Graduates-Kansas (JAG-K) announced that 30 of 43 eligible JAG-K programs earned the Jobs for America’s Graduates “5 of 5 Award” for 2016. The 5 of 5 Award is bestowed upon those JAG programs that meet or exceed the performance measures in five categories: graduation rate, successful outcomes,…
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