JDG Programs

		JDG Programs
		Programs for In-School Youth, Dropout Recovery and Follow-up Services
		The JDG Specialist works with school counselors and administrators to identify students for the program. Students who meet selection criteria and enrollment requirements are scheduled for the JDG class and receive credit each year. JDG is a certified career pathway.
		JDG provides the following services:
		Utilization of an Individualized Service Strategy (ISS) enabling each participant to set personal, academic and career goals, and monitoring the participant's progress toward achieving those goals. Assessments to determine participants' skills and job career interests An approved career pathway which meets state graduation requirements An approved, structured cooperation work experience for eligible seniors Course completion to bring students up to grade level and begin post-secondary education/training/placement	Remediation Job skill development Job shadowing experiences Part-time and full-time job placement Follow-up services for 12 months after 12th grade that include continuation of counseling and job placement School dropout prevention through early intervention and service delivery School dropout recovery (outreach) from referrals and contacts provided by school teachers, counselors, administrators, parents, and state and local agencies or authorities
		The JDG curriculum helps students develop:
		Good Study Habits Basic math and communication skills The importance of attaining a diploma Problem solving Realistic career interests Career choices and compatible values Sources of employment opportunities	Proper completion of job applications Effective resumes Job interview techniques Work cooperatively with others Basic job survival skills Important social skills