High School Program
High School Core Program
The JMG high school core program is offered in partnership with public schools, and all programs are offered as a for-credit course. The primary objective of the core program is to keep students fully engaged in high school through graduation, leading to enrollment in post-secondary education, a continued education credential or training program, or a quality job with a career pathway. Some features of our high school program include:
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Smaller class sizes
A full-time JMG Specialist is trained, supported, and employed by JMG. The JMG Specialist delivers competency-based model curricula to 40 to 50 students per core program, allowing for smaller class sizes.
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Critical skills
Partnering schools establish a JMG Advisory Board, with participation from teachers, guidance office, and administration. Students have the opportunity to learn critical skills in leadership, teamwork, work habits, communication, public speaking, time management, personal finance, and career development.
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Giving back
The JMG model also includes community service and philanthropic components, teaching students about the importance of good citizenship and giving back.
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Skills → Action
All students participate in the JMG Professional Association, a student-led organization that offers additional opportunities to create a sense of belonging and to put skills into action.
Our Model
JMG’s model utilizes experiential-based education through extended learning opportunities, including statewide student enrichment activities, participation in student shadow days at the Maine State Legislature, and career exploration experiences. A unique service of JMG, is our commitment to formal follow-up support of students. Through follow-up, JMG Specialists continue to serve students for a minimum of 12 months after graduating high school. During this period, Specialists provide guidance and mentoring to ensure a smooth transition into post-secondary education, training and/or the workforce, supporting students as they follow through with plans for life after high school.
As a results-driven organization, we vigilantly track and respond to the outcomes of our programs, always keeping students at the center of the educational process. JMG has a best-in-class outcome data information system. These outcomes, such as graduation rate, continued education rate, retention rate, and GPA, allow us to evaluate the effectiveness of our programs and initiatives.