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July 24, 2017

Summer jobs gave these students an opportunity to change the world

Preparing Youth to Succeed

From working with a US Ambassador to working in a medical research lab, these United Way Marian L. Heard Scholars are doing a lot more than a summer job. While…

teen summer jobs

July 17, 2017

How to help your teen get the most out of their summer job

Preparing Youth to Succeed

Encouraging teens to do these four things will help them maximize their summer job opportunities. Summer jobs are a rite of passage. They teach responsibility and provide a source of…

summer jobs for youth

July 6, 2017

For today’s youth, summer jobs aren’t just for fun; they’re about the future

Preparing Youth to Succeed

A few Boston area companies are leading the way to ensure that quality summer jobs are available to all our youth. Summer jobs are a rite of passage, a coming-of-age milestone…

May 15, 2017

A 15-year-old father changed his life so his son could have a better one

Preparing Youth to Succeed

Through coaching and workforce development, organizations like UTEC Lowell are empowering youth to better their lives and never give up. As a young man, Victor knew he was not making…

getting ready for college

May 9, 2017

4 Management Skills Parents Should Practice with their High School Seniors

Preparing Youth to Succeed

Whether your high school senior is getting ready for college, taking a gap year or hoping to join the workforce, this is a year of huge change for both of…

college completion

May 1, 2017

Getting students INTO college is no longer good enough

Preparing Youth to Succeed

For a state with some of the best colleges and universities, Massachusetts has a serious college completion gap among low income and minority students. His first arrest was at age…

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