Graduates of JMG are strongly represented in the fields of health care and social assistance, retail trade, manufacturing, and finance and insurance than their peers.

Programs

Jobs for Maine’s Graduates (JMG) is modeled after America’s largest and most significant school-to-career organization, Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG). Established in 1993 by the Maine Legislature, JMG is an independent, statewide 501( c )3 corporation with a mandate to provide Maine youth facing challenges to education with a comprehensive dropout prevention and school-to-career transition system. JMG has met this challenge by designing and implementing several program models that create school-to-life pathways starting in the seventh grade and ending in successful post-graduate transitions. All programs are offered in a yearlong, one-credit course, often in conjunction with the business or vocational education departments of the host school.

A full time Specialist is trained, supported and equipped by JMG and, as a guest of the host school, teaches the model curricula to 45-55 students (35-45 students for Project Reach Specialists), much of which is accomplished through applied learning activities. Curriculum includes oral and written communications, time management, personal finance, teambuilding, good work habits, community service, and academic supports.

The JMG programs include Jobs for Maine’s Graduates (high school), Project Reach (middle school), ACE Program (Aspiring for Careers and Education, homeless youth in Lewiston), Youth Development Centers, and the Maine Mentoring Partnership.