The Workforce Investment Network (WIN) In-School Program is designed to provide year-round academic enrichment and work-based learning opportunities for eligible youth. Students participate in after school programs at selected sites and in Saturday Enrichment Workshops offered each month. The workshops cover topics such as study tips, test taking skills, attaining goals, workplace readiness, leadership, and money management. Only students 14-21 years of age are eligible and must meet federally-mandated income guidelines as well as other criteria. Participants are eligible for summer job slots awarded to the program.

In the 2005-2006 school year, MCS WIN In-School Program provided after-school programs and Saturday Academy Workshops for 116 carry-over students. The focus of these activities was academic enrichment in math, science and reading, career exploration, service learning, life skills, work-based learning opportunities, test taking skills, attaining goals, and money management.  A total of 22 Saturday Academies throughout the school year featured a series of professionals from various fields.

Participants in the WIN program will complete a Life Skills curriculum and participate in community service activities, college, business and cultural tours, as well as unpaid work experience and summer employment opportunities. Every student will complete a resume, cover letters, and application forms. Guest speakers from the local labor market discuss future career opportunities, skill and education requirements, salary potential and other issues of relevance. Students in the WIN program complete the Kuder Career Assessment and meet with a career counselor to discuss their results

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For additional information about the MCS WIN program, contact Jennifer Lindsey, Special Projects Coordinator, at lindseyj@mcsk12.net.