JMG increases high school graduation rates, college retention, and degree attainment. It prepares students for successful careers after graduation by helping them overcome academic, financial, and social barriers.
The four-year graduation rate for JMG students is consistently 90% or higher. A wide variety of JMG models provide teaching and learning experiences for the student. JMG is... RESULTS DRIVEN.
Please try again later. JMG programs are hosted within Maine's public schools, and classes and year-round activities are led by JMG Specialists who serve as mentors and educators.
JMG partners with public education and private businesses to offer results-driven solutions to ensure all Maine students graduate, attain post-secondary credentials and pursue meaningful careers. Learn more >
JMG increases high school graduation rates, college retention, and degree attainment. It prepares students for successful careers after graduation by helping them overcome academic, financial, and social barriers.
JMG and the MELMAC Foundation have collaborated to partner with five high schools to provide support to students on a school-wide basis to identify their aspirations for life after high school, and then connect those aspirations to a post-secondary plan.
Jobs for Maine's GraduatesJMG, which stands for “Jobs for Maine's Graduates” but is more commonly known by its acronym, has 143 programs across Maine which partner with public education and private businesses to ensure that all Maine students graduate, attain post-secondary credentials, and pursue meaningful careers.
Paul Johnson - CEOPaul Johnson - CEO - JMG, Inc.
Jeremy Fischer, Esq.OfficersJeremy Fischer, Esq.ChairDrummond WoodsumVirgel HammondsVice ChairKnowledgeWorksRyan LowTreasurerUniversity of Maine SystemNicki PellenzSecretaryMachias Savings Bank
140 programsJMG has 140 programs serving more than 10,000 students throughout Maine.
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JMG MELMAC Program at Brewer, Winslow, Windham Maine.
Middle School Division (grades 6-8); Secondary Division (grades 9-12); and Out-of-School Division (pursuing a GED or high school equivalency through an Out-of-School Program).
10 Maine collegeOnce in college, the CSP provides students with a range of individualized services including academic, social, and financial support. JMG has Specialists on 10 Maine college and university campuses.
The JMG 6th Grade course is designed to help sixth grade students transition from elementary school into middle school . JMG middle school specialists work with sixth grade students in the classroom delivering lessons designed to enhance the skills they will need to be successful in middle school. Specialists provide opportunities for students to learn and practice new skills through conversation, hands on projects, guest speakers, community service, and more. Students will develop the following skills:
The JMG career prep course is designed for high school level career development and exploration. It can be adapted to 10th, 11th, or 12th grade students for a semester or full year. The purpose of this program is to provide students with knowledge in the following areas:
This course is for freshmen and new students entering high school, delivered by JMG. This course educates and provides students with skills that will help them be successful in high school, in secondary education, in the work force, and throughout their life. This course is designed to assist students with studying skills, time management, organization and choices vs. chances. Students will also be introduced to college/career research, resume/cover letter development, job search/application, interview skills, career guidance, and workforce preparation. A key component and section of this course will cover financial literacy and money management. This topic will assist students in providing a better understanding of how to save and plan for their future aspirations. Teamwork, creative thinking, and problem solving skills are incorporated in weekly challenges to foster positive and respectful competition among the class. Students will have the opportunity to hear from a variety of community leaders, along with taking various field trips throughout the community to gain a better knowledge of careers and how certain businesses operate.
Provides a Core JMG program to traditional JMG students along with delivering JMG aligned curriculum to a subset of students identified by the school administration. For example, a career prep focused course for all juniors.Examples: Calais High School, China Middle School, Brewer High School
Each student is required to complete a minimum of five hours of community service and will participate in the JMG Career Association. There is an expectation of 100-120 hours of contact time with each student.