JOB CORPS There is nothing routine about saving lives. We call them "heroes". Whitney M Young Job Corps Students and Staff gave the gift of life via their Red Cross Blood Drive on May 9, 2012. If you, a family member or friend ever needed a blood transfusion then you understand...
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Whitney M Young Job Corps Students participate in Mayor Fisher’s Give-A-Day Earth Week
Whitney M Young Job Corps Students participated in Louisville Mayor Fisher's Give-A-Day Earth Week (April 16-20) and volunteered over fifty hours of community services utilizing their skills. Students fed the homeless, sorted medical supplies to send overseas,...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Students earn scholarships to St. Catharine College
Ben Davis and Patrick Stephens signed their letter of intent for full scholarship packages Saturday, April 21st, with St. Catharine College in Springfield, KY. St. Catharine College participates in the Mid-South Conference which is considered to be the top NAIA...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Students help Henryville after tornado disaster
The students at Whitney M Young Job Corps learned a "real-life" lesson during their community service project to assist Henryville with their clean-up for the recent tornado damage. The disaster area gave students a chance to serve and appreciate the mundane things in...
Whitney M. Young Job Crops’ Student Seeks to Improve Her Community’s Health
Whitney M. Young Job Corps Center’s culinary arts student, Tiffany Johnson, from Memphis Tennessee understands the impact diet plays on her community’s health. Ms. Johnson came to Whitney M. Young Job Corps with a high school diploma earning an above average G.P.A....
Whitney M Young Job Corps adds to the graduation rate in Kentucky
On January 26th Whitney M Young Job Corps center presented approximately 60 students with completion of their high school diploma or GED. Students reached a goal that many thought was only a dream. In addition to their education they merit certification credentials in...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center Students learn the power of one vote
Whitney M Young Job Corps students get a lesson in voting while the Republican Party goes through the presidential primary election process. On Monday, January 30th the NAACP president of the Louisville chapter, Mr. Raoul Cunningham, came to Whitney Young to speak to...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center has a special guest, First Lady of Kentucky Jane Beshear
First Lady of Kentucky Jane Beshear visited Whitney M Young Job Corps Center on Wednesday, February 8, 2012. She toured the center viewing our academic and trade programs. She met and spoke with several students. The visit complimented her educational program called...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center pays tribute to Dr. Martin L. King
New Whitney Young Job Corps event highlights Martin L. King Day on January 14, 2012. Keynote speaker, Jefferson County Public School's Assistant to Superintendent, Devone Holt, spoke with students about the legacy of Dr. King. Following the educational experience...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Students gain employment after Groundhog Job Shadow Day
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center participated in the National Groundhog Job Shadow Day on February 2nd with companies from Shelbyville and Louisville, Kentucky. This opportunity allowed students to confirm their interest in trade choice and get a "real life" day at...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center produces another great student, Sherika Hill
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center produces another great student, Sherika Hill. Ms. Hill is currently employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant with Arden Ct. of Louisville via work based learning. Hill earned a promotion within four months as the supervisor of three...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center gives the gift of life.
The Whitney M Young Job Corps Center supported the gift of life by giving blood on November 17, 2011. Students and staff, including myself, gave blood via the American Red Cross. We gave over 40 pints of blood for patients in need. We have received a letter of...
Whitney Young Job Corps partners with African American Business Alliance of KY
Whitney M Young Job Corps partners with the African American Business Alliance of KY to develop work based learning construction opportunities for students. This organization consist of entrepreneurs of varies trades including construction. They focus on minority...
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center Gains New Business Community Liaison, Felicia L Lee
Whitney M Young Job Corps Center's new hire for Business Community Liaison is Felicia L Lee. She has a wealth of knowledge and community experience and I know that you will be pleased with her ambition and energy that she will bring to our local community and...
Whitney M. Young, Job Corps Speaks at Shelbyville, KY Rotary Club
Felicia Lee, newly appointed Business and Community Liaison presented program overview and admissions process to the Shelbyville Rotary Club members. Members were invited to the center for a tour. The membership consists of local key figures including judges, school...
Whitney M. Young Students meet Congressman Guthrie
Simpsonville, KY-The Whitney M. Young Jr. Job Corps students attended the local meeting held at the Masonic Homes located in Shelbyville, KY. Congressman Guthrie spoke about the Health Care Initiative proposals. Then he presented the total spending FY 2010 to his...
Yves Jean Baptiste of Whitney M. Young Job Corps Pursues Soccer and College Dreams
Louisville, KY-The VYPE magazine article states that some dreams take a little longer to come true. Yves Jean Baptiste has just completed his course in facilities maintenance at the Whitney M. Young Job Corps Center in Simpsonville. But his journey to fullfill his...
Zumba Fitness at WMJYCC-Let’s Move Campaign
The Student Government Association at the WMJYCC has kicked off a latin american dance and exercise that inspires the students to get on board with the Let's Move Campaign! Every Thursday evening between 4:3-5:30pm, 20-30 students come together in the gymnasium to get...
Sentinel News report Whitney M Young Going Green
The WMYJCC holds a tree ceremony as exemplary to teaching its students the principles of green initiatives. Students and employees at the center planted a white dogwood in a future butterfyly garden. The tree is a KY favorite and butterfly friendly. A pathway of...
Whitney M Young Job Shadows in the local KY communities
The Whitney M Young Job Corps center partners with over 15 employers to do volunteer work in the community for Groundhog Shadow Day. Businesses in Shelby County that participated included Regis Woods, Christopher East, Amber Oask, Masonic Homes, Crestview Nursing...