The Ferguson Youth Initiative (FYI) is partnering with the AVID program of Ferguson Florissant School District (FFSD) at McCluer High School to offer its Next Steps Job Readiness Program to 10th grade students.
The Next Steps Job Readiness Program works with teens 15-19 to assist them with the skills necessary to obtain and maintain employment through an interactive curriculum.
“Partnering with the AVID Program to support the students at McCluer High School with their career readiness is an opportunity for Ferguson Youth Initiative to empower more students in the district,” said Aaron M. Harris, executive director.
The AVID program is a career and college readiness initiative that helps students acquire learning and study skills to increase achievement at the post-secondary level. Its mission is to close the opportunity gap by preparing all students for college and success.
The Ferguson Youth Initiative is a non-profit organization founded in 2010 that is dedicated to empowering teens from Ferguson and surrounding areas. Through mentorship, community engagement, and educational programs, the program aims to help young people become positive contributors to society.
Since 2010, the Ferguson Youth Initiative has had more than 4,500 mentoring contacts with teens, held over 1,500 events, and enabled 50 Ferguson Youth Board members to work on issues of direct importance to teens in Ferguson and surrounding communities.
Contact the Ferguson Youth Initiative for support and volunteer opportunities at www.fyifergyouth.org.
