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YouthBuild Just A Start is hiring two AmeriCorps VISTAs for 2024-25. Applicants who are looking to gain professional experience in either student support or community outreach are encouraged to apply. This is a great way to build professional skills while making an impact in the Boston Metro North community. Click to learn more and apply today!

Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=123184

Youth Success Coordinator: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=123185

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YouthBuild Just A Start celebrated a finished patio/deck project for residents of 1175 Cambridge Street, and unveiled it to the public.

YouthBuild construction students designed the patio with instructors, laid out footings, completed structural framing, and set stone pavers.

Since beginning the project in the fall of 2023, students from 3 different cohorts have contributed to its planning and construction.

Knowing that YouthBuild would be moving to 430 Rindge Ave., the students wanted to leave the property that they’d called home (at 1175) with a farewell present for the remaining tenants, and celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony to show off their talent and hard work.

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Last Week, YouthBuild Just A Start began their 2 week Mental Toughness with a total of 24 participants. The YouthBuild staff have facilitated many ice breakers/activities so participants can get to know each other and staff. Next week will be Day One of those selected participants' journey with YouthBuild Just A Start.🙂

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Support local YouthBuild USA programs, like ours, by donating at checkout in any Burlington store nationwide today! Our nearest Burlington store is located at Assembly Row, 133 Middlesex Ave, Somerville, MA 02145. For more information, visit bit.ly/youthbuild-burlington.

Last month YouthBuild construction students had a chance to gain hands-on experience measuring, cutting, and installing plywood underlayment on the floors of five kitchens, bath and laundry rooms. They also spent a day installing cement board siding on the exterior of the building. It was great to have the opportunity to collaborate with Habitat For Humanity.


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Does YouthBuild Just A Start sound like the right program for you?

Then join us on our LAST in person info session next week March 20th! Go to our inquiry form to register: https://justastart.org/youth-programs/

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👏🏽👏🏽A big shout out to the YouthBuild USA Strategic Partnerships Team and their funding partner Burlington, for awarding us with an Employment & Pathways Grant this year!!

Here’s a sneak peak at an upcoming joint project between our Construction and Retail / Customer Service Students which is made possible by this grant.

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We're Hiring! Come join the YouthBuild Just A Start team as our new Youth Recruitment and Employment Specialist. If you enjoy building relationships with community based organizations and young people, this just might be the opportunity for you!

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Youth Recruitment and Employment Specialist JOB PURPOSE: Reporting to the Assistant Director of Youth Programs, the Youth Recruitment and Enrollment Specialist (YRES) is primarily responsible for recruiting and enrolling Boston Metro North opportunity youth at YouthBuild Just A Start. This new and exciting position will work closely wi...

We're sad to say goodbye to Brian Ristau, who is moving to Ohio after 10 years as a YouthBuild Humanities Instructor and Program Manager for our academics program. You will be missed. Thank you for all you've done here at YouthBuild Just A Start and for supporting hundreds of young people to attain their HiSET and Diplomas. Help us wish Brian all the best on his next journey.

After 8 years as the Construction and Project Manager, we say goodbye to Nick who takes on a new role at Just A Start in the Home Improvement Program as the Home Rehab Construction Specialist. Thank you Nick for introducing and credentialing hundreds of YouthBuild students to the construction industry! We wish you all the best in your new role!

This week we welcomed over 20 students to our "Mental Toughness" orientation. What is mental toughness? It's a time to get to know our staff, potential classmates, and more about yourself and what you want out of YouthBuild! Activities include team building, neighborhood tours, and intro to academics, construction, and retail! 🏋️‍♀️🏡📗🛠📈 Just A Start

A huge thank you to all of our partners for a successful recruitment season! Next week we begin our Mental Toughness Orientation, we are so excited for the prospective students who could become YouthBuild Just A Start's COHORT #30! Just A Start

Ready to take the next step towards your academic and career goals?! Join our final virtual info session 9/19 or final in person info session 9/21. Our Application Deadline is 9/29. Just A Start To learn more and sign up please fill out an inquiry form:

Youth Programs | Just-A-Start YouthBuild Just A Start High school education, job skills, and leadership development for youth Apply now, classes begin fall 2023 Space is limited, so be sure to apply for our priority deadline: Friday, September 29th. Just submit your information and choose an info session to attend (in-person or....

We are getting so excited for our 2023 graduates as we prepare to celebrate them this Thursday. Please wish them an amazing graduation as they take this next step! Just A Start

A special thank you to Capital One Café Assembly Row for their generous donation to the gradating class of 'swag' bags.

Interested in learning more about our academic and workforce training program? Join us Thursday August 3rd at 3 pm for an in person info session! We will have light refreshments, special guests, a tour, and a chance to win a prize. Sign up NOW by submitting an inquiry form: https://justastart.org/youth-programs/ **Priority Deadline for Applications is Friday August 11th** Just A Start

Youth Programs | Just-A-Start YouthBuild Just A Start High school education, job skills, and leadership development for youth Apply now, classes begin fall 2023 Space is limited, so be sure to apply for our priority deadline: Friday, August 11th. Just submit your information and choose an info session to attend (in-person or onl...

There's still time to sign up for our first virtual info session tomorrow July 18th at 12 PM EST. Follow the link below and submit an inquiry form. If you have any questions call or text Christina at (617) 918-7532

Youth Programs | Just-A-Start YouthBuild Just A Start High school education, job skills, and leadership development for youth Apply now, classes begin fall 2023 Space is limited, so be sure to apply for our priority deadline: Friday, August 11th. Just submit your information and choose an info session to attend (in-person or onl...

Youth Programs | Just-A-Start YouthBuild Just A Start High school education, job skills, and leadership development for youth Apply now, classes begin fall 2023 Space is limited, so be sure to apply for our priority deadline: Friday, August 11th. Just submit your information and choose an info session to attend (in-person or onl...

Our info sessions begin July 18th! Sign up now to learn what our program offers, eligibility, and what the application process is like. Our first priority deadline for applications is August 11th. Click this link to learn more: https://justastart.org/youth-programs/
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Youth Programs | Just-A-Start YouthBuild Just A Start High school education, job skills, and leadership development for youth Apply now, classes begin fall 2023 Space is limited, so be sure to apply for our priority deadline: Friday, August 11th. Just submit your information and choose an info session to attend (in-person or onl...

A big thanks to everyone who attended the Charlie Parker Retirement Picnic last month. Check out some great pictures from the event, photography credit to https://www.facebook.com/santosh.rimal.5

**That feeling when you meet Dorothy Stoneman, founder of YouthBuild.**

Kat, an alumni and YBJAS' Alumni Support Coordinator gathered this week with other JAS staff to discuss the impact of YouthBuild in our communities. A huge thanks to our alumni for sharing their stories, we appreciate you!

Do you know a young adult between 16 and 24 years old who may be interested in our program? We will open up the application process in July for our Fall cohort start date. If you or a young person you know would be interested, please fill out an inquiry form ASAP, especially before summer begins, and we can be sure to get in touch with them with more information. Inquiry form link:

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YB Students in the construction track built these beautiful tables for our main classroom. Students utilized their carpentry and staining skills, and practiced project management and teamwork. Thank you Construction team!

A reminder that the Charlie Parker Retirement Picnic is tomorrow Friday May 19th from 3 to 6pm. We will see you there!

Location: Danehy Park Grilling Area (223 Garden St, Cambridge, MA 02138)

Public Transportation:
1) Walk 20 mins from Alewife Station (Red Line) to Grilling Area

2) Take Bus 83 from Central Sq. to Rindge Ave @ Reed St. and walk 10 mins to Grilling Area

3) From Harvard Sq. (Red Line) take Bus 74 to Concord Ave @ Birch St. and walk 10 mins to Grilling Area

Parking:

1) Limited parking available on the east side and west side of Danehy Park.

2) Park at Fresh Pond Mall and walk 10 mins to the Grilling Area.

A reminder to RSVP by end of today for Charlie Parker's retirement picnic next Friday May 19th!

You're Invited! | Charlie Parker's Retirement Picnic After 30 years, our dear friend, Charlie Parker, is retiring from YouthBuild Just A Start. For three decades, Charlie served as a Vocational Instructor, helping to mold the next generation of construction and trades professionals. We will sorely miss his passion and expertise on the YouthBuild team.

Please join us Friday May 19th from 3 pm to 6 pm to celebrate the retirement of Just A Start YouthBuild long time employee Charlie Parker. Click the link below for a formal invitation, which includes details of the event and how to submit your RSVP by May 12th!

You're Invited! | Charlie Parker's Retirement Picnic After 30 years, our dear friend, Charlie Parker, is retiring from YouthBuild Just A Start. For three decades, Charlie served as a Vocational Instructor, helping to mold the next generation of construction and trades professionals. We will sorely miss his passion and expertise on the YouthBuild team.

Last week we visited the Massachusetts State House! Students met with their Reps and Senators to speak about their experience and why YouthBuild is important. In our program students have many opportunities like this to develop their leadership and public speaking skills!

TODAY at 12 pm! Join us for our last info session for Spring 2023 classes. We help young people, ages 16 to 24, reclaim their education, gain job skills, and become leaders in their communities! To sign up for the info session fill out an inquiry form below or text Christina at 617-918-7532.

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