2. Reality Check The reality in today’s Job Market is… l YOU are responsible for making decisions about your future. l YOU will be competing with other job seekers that have more education and/or experience than you. l 80,000 people in Fresno County are currently looking for employment (competition is tough)  People who didn't finish high school seem to be bearing the brunt of the country's unemployment crisis: About 1.8 million college graduates have found work since January 2010, the WSJ reports, but 128,000 high school dropouts have lost their jobs during the same period. (The Huffington Post)

3. Reality Check l One in three youth who start high school will not graduate four years later. (Orfield, Losen, Wald & Swanson, Losing Our Future) l In Fresno County, 25.4% of the Youth population does not have a high school diploma in 2012. (Fresno Bee) l US Average Weekly Earnings in 2012 (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

4. What is the AYOS Youth Program? The AYOS Youth Program assists youth ages 14-21 with: 1.Academic Guidance 2.Career Guidance THIS WILL LEAD TO, ULTIMATELY, A REWARDING CAREER!!!

5. #1 Academic Guidance Having a solid academic foundation will prepare you for your career and build your confidence! l Gain Assessments to measure Reading and Math Skills and grade levels l Online Tutorials to help you raise your Reading and Math levels and pass the CAHSEE or GED. l High School Diploma, GED and college or advanced training preparation. l Incentive available for attaining tutorial goals.

6. #2 Career Guidance Measures Your skills and abilities: 1. Applied Math 2. Locating Information 3. Reading for Information Ages 14-18 Measures Your Employment Interest: 1. Vocational Interest 2. Work Attitude We want to do everything we can to help you make good choices about your future career. The first thing we do on the Career track is an assessment process to help us identify your interests and abilities to learn and perform the tasks of the career you are interested in. Ages 19-21 Measures Your: 1. Reasoning 2. Temperament Factor 3. Vocational Interest 4. Work Attitude

7. #2 Career Guidance Explore and Research Career Options DDevelop Career Goals JJob Readiness Workshops RResumes, cover letters and applications HHow to be aggressive with your job search IInterviewing Skills (Mock Interviews) CCreate your own career portfolio TTake part in Work Experiences- is not guaranteed and only after academic improvement is shown will I be considered for work experience. After completed Academic Goals and Career Assessments, we prepare you for the career you are interested in.

8. CCWRC By demonstrating a successful job readiness skills you will be awarded the

9. Resources of the Youth Program CCollege and Vocational Training Resource CCareersinthevalley.com  Cal JOBS  Labor Market Information  Community resources  Career Resource Library

10. Benefits of being in the Youth Program  Reading and Math Tutorials  CAHSEE and HS Diploma Assistance  GED Course Completion Assistance  Assistance with:  College and Vocational Training applications  FAFSA and grant applications  Rewards for achieving program goals  Incentives  Work Experience Opportunities- once you complete your academic goals  Vocational Training (Available for 19-21 year old)  CCWRC Certificate  Supportive Services  Leadership/Personal Development

11. Your Academic and Career Advisor You will be assigned an Academic and Career Advisor to: Help you succeed! Achieve your goals! Be the best you can be! Coaching, Tutoring, Mentoring Provide access to other community resources Earn the Career You’ve always wanted!!

12. Our Expectations l Keep in contact with ACA(counselor) l Keep all set appointments l Contact your ACA if you are unable to make your appointment l Participate and Complete all plan activities  Desire is the key to motivation, but it's determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek. – Mario Andretti

13. Commitment to Academic and Career Excellence l Youth Contract AYOS Youth Program focuses on academic excellence and not work experience Your goal is to strive to achieve 2 grade level gains or more. Job readiness and career exploration will be provided once academic goals have been met or significant progress in academics is shown Academic & Career Advisor (ACA) updated on any barriers that may affect your participation as they arise, and you will also keep the ACA updated on contact information

14. Next Step  General Eligibility Requirements l Ages 14-21 year l Fresno County Resident or attend a Fresno County school l Legal Right to Work l Low Income l Basic Skills Deficient and or High School Drop-Out l Selective Service Reg. (male 18 and over)  Schedule a one on one interview with an eligibility worker today

15. WIA Orientation Initial Eligibility Interview Youth Program Entrance Interview Gain Assessment Completion of FRWIB Application Refer to other Community Services

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