Our 2019-20 Annual Report is here!
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At Youthentity, we believe that one of the tenets in setting kids up for future success is allowing them to “try on” different roles and careers to better determine their individual strengths, along with their interests and passions. In presenting young people with career options through our youth development programs, we love to introduce them to the Hospitality industry. When considering career tracks to offer our students through our high school career exploration program, Career Academy, hospitality is an obvious choice as our local economy largely relies on tourism.
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Unprecedented events point to an unpredictable economy, and an overall “new normal,” elements of which will remain in place long after a coronavirus vaccine is finally introduced. For students looking to enter the workforce immediately after high school rather than pursuing a four-year degree, career opportunities within the trades deserves consideration.
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Take a look at where we started, and where we are now!
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Want to know the specifics of Career Academy? Watch the Orientation video for the how, what, and why of Career Academy.
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We are thrilled to announce our partnership with the National Center for Construction Education and Research. Youthentity was recently recognized as an Approved NCCER Testing Partner, which will allow us to provide advanced opportunities for our Career Academy students to complete education and training that will give them an edge when entering the workforce.
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When we think back to the last few months, we’re in awe of all that has changed - as well as that which has not. Namely, the support Youthentity continues to receive from the Roaring Fork Valley community.
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Imagine for a moment that you are back in high school and are preparing to graduate. Perhaps you will go to college, or maybe you are going straight into the workforce. How heavy and unknown this future must look to you from that perspective knowing just how many people are looking for employment right now. What have you done to set yourself apart from your peers? How have you prepared yourself for the next steps? Youthentity is without a doubt the answer to that question.
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For many teenagers, summers are typically filled with full and part-time jobs – such as lifeguarding at the local pool, manning ticket sales at the movie theater, and serving at restaurants. This summer will be different, as many industries plan to operate with a slimmed-down staff, and as a result, are unable to offer the same opportunities for high school students. While jobs for young people may be scarce this summer, opportunities for career development and personal growth still exist - particularly in the self-employment sector.
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We all want the best for our kids. We want them to do well in school, find things they are passionate about, maintain healthy relationships and establish financial independence. We also want them to find careers that will provide stability and a sense of satisfaction.
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In recent conversations with teachers, donors, volunteers and community members, we hear a common thread: current circumstances have us all feeling slightly stalled out. While we continue to put great care into keeping our families, friends and communities safe, uncertainly reigns. One thing that hasn't changed is the need for communities to become more financially literate, and for our youth to be ready for and pursue meaningful careers that tap into their hearts and interests backed by financial planning.
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Now is the time to look past our fears and start positioning for the opportunities that lie around the corner. It is a time to take the perspective of sufficiency instead of deficiency. It is time to experience true wealth as found in the joy of giving.
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As I write this column, it’s hard to ignore the timeliness of our planned topic: financial literacy. April is Financial Literacy Month, and now more than ever, we need to educate kids about the role money will play throughout their lives.
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With the recent schools closures due to COVID-19, Youthentity has had to re-evaluate the facilitation of our youth financial literacy and career development programs. Our Career Academy Program Director Peter Barclay and Financial Literacy Program Director Stephanie Stahle are reworking our educational programs for an online-only setting to meet learning standards during the lockdown.
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Career Academy applications are open - with a brand-new career track for students.
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In order to make informed decisions, we need to help kids develop a plan to give a vision for what their future could look like. There are steps you can take at home to outline possible career choices and help your child understand what is involved in making their dream job a reality — one that includes a 360-degree view of the certifications, degrees, costs, and return on investment for their future plans.
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I am sure we can all agree that our valley is an expensive place to live, a condition often viewed as a tradeoff for the surrounding natural beauty and abundant opportunity for adventure. The high cost of living in the valley combined with rising student debt made me wonder: What low-cost professional educational opportunities exist right here in the valley, and can lead to a higher-wage career at a young age? As well, how can valley youth participate?
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As we enter a new year and new decade, now is the time to reset and revive our commitment to financial wellbeing. Our Financial Literacy Program Director, Stephanie, Stahle, has a few tips and tricks to get us back on the saving wagon in 2020!
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Each month, Youthentity Executive Director Kirsten Petre McDaniel writes a column for the Glenwood Springs Post Independent. In December’s column, she discusses the importance of general employability skills for young people.
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It’s rare that a young person - a high school junior no less - knows exactly what they want to pursue as a career. For Michael Thompson, baking has been a career path for years, starting as a high school student with a passion for baking and developing that interest through Youthentity’s YouthChefs program.
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