The Kalamazoo Promise

Looking for a career that pays you to learn AND sets you up for success??? We’re partnering with Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights, Kalamazoo Public Schools, Kalamazoo Electrical Training Alliance, Plumbers & Pipefitters, and Workforce Development Institute to help you enroll in a apprenticeship in high-demand fields with great pay. ?? Earn a paycheck while you train ?? Build a career in an in-demand industry ?? Enjoy wages that support an affordable lifestyle Your future is waiting—email Career Specialist, Moises Hernandez, [email protected] now and take the first step toward a career you’ll love!? #KalamazooPromise #YourPathYourPromise

We have some exciting news! ?? We're thrilled to kick off a new initiative aimed at supporting adults in our community who haven’t yet used their Kalamazoo Promise scholarship. With $620K in funding, this program will help eligible adults pursue higher education, gain valuable skills, and achieve their goals. Together, we’re creating opportunities for lifelong learning and growth! ?? Read the full article to learn more about our initiative: https://loom.ly/hzQJC0E #YourPathYourPromise

New episode of BIG in the Community! In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Abra Smith and Viridiana Carvajal, Executive Directors of Kalamazoo Youth Development Network . Click Link(s) to listen to Podcast: Website Link: https://bit.ly/3Yv1ZiY Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3Ay1flp Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3YzZbBf YouTube Music: https://bit.ly/3O17Jw0 Happy Listening! ?? #YourPathYourPromise

From factory work to tech intern and scholar, Shamond Bean’s journey shows the power of resilience, support, and a passion for learning. Discover how he’s balancing school, family, and ambition to build a brighter future. Read his inspiring story here! ?? Read more: https://bit.ly/3YMrCgz #YourPathYourPromise

From factory work to tech intern and scholar, Shamond Bean’s journey shows the power of resilience, support, and a passion for learning. Discover how he’s balancing school, family, and ambition to build a brighter future. Read his inspiring story here! ?? Read more: https://bit.ly/3YMrCgz #YourPathYourPromise

“One of the most valuable aspects of the MPA program has been learning about strategic planning and policy implementation. As Community Engagement Coordinator at The Kalamazoo Promise, l've applied these lessons to create more effective community outreach strategies and develop initiatives that better serve our students and their families.” Many people go to graduate school to hone their skills for career success. Jonathan James uses what he's learning in Calvin's Master of Public Administration program to create more effective community outreach strategies for The Kalamazoo Promise Learn more about Calvin's MPA at https://lnkd.in/ghAi3BeG #Calvinuniversity #MPA #Graduateschool #Nonprofit

New episode of BIG in the Community! In this episode, Jonathan sits down with Mike Tiesenga, Founder & Lead Storyteller at Forerunner Story Co. Click Link(s) to listen to Podcast: Website Link: https://bit.ly/4hnFIMT Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3YowqaB Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3UvsCTV YouTube Music: https://bit.ly/3AjEyRM Happy Listening! ?? #YourPathYourPromise

Meet Maya Goggans, a past intern at Duncan Aviation! Learn how Maya’s internship helped her while pursuing a career in aviation! ?? Interested in participating in Higher Promise: ?? Promise Scholars can register at: https://bit.ly/3Yit4r4 ?? Business Partners can register at: https://bit.ly/3zTO5Pq #YourPathYourPromise #HigherPromise

Elevate Your Success: Mastering Your Time Congratulations, you’ve graduated and landed your first job! Transitioning from college life to a full-time career is a huge milestone, but it also comes with new challenges—one of the biggest being time management. Read on how to master your time: https://bit.ly/3YerPYm

?? Attention Senior Students and Parents! ?? Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM at Loy Norrix for Promise Senior Parent Night! Learn how to apply for the Kalamazoo Promise, hear the latest updates, and get all your questions answered by one of our knowledgeable Promise Coaches. Don't miss this important opportunity to secure your future! Can't Make it? Join us LIVE on Facebook ONLY at 6 PM! See you there! _____________________________ ?? ?Atención estudiantes de último a?o y padres! ?? ?únanse a nosotros HOY a las 6 PM en Loy Norrix para la Noche de Padres de Estudiantes de último A?o del Kalamazoo Promise! Aprendan cómo solicitar el Kalamazoo Promise, escuchen las últimas actualizaciones y obtengan respuestas a todas sus preguntas de uno de nuestros entrenadores expertos de Promise. ?No se pierdan esta oportunidad importante para asegurar su futuro! ?No puedes asistir en persona? ?únete en VIVO en Facebook a las 6 PM! ?Nos vemos allí!