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🎉 JMG Honored with Maine Futures Award! JMG is grateful to receive the Maine Futures Award from the Maine Black Chamber of Commerce (MBCC), recognizing our shared commitment to mentorship, representation, and community. Emma Sinden, JMG Specialist at Portland High School, accepted the award from JOSHUA BRISTER and Malik Hall of MBCC, celebrating the power of partnership. In her remarks, Emma reflected on what it means for students to see themselves in leadership, be welcomed into new spaces, and have their voices lifted. MBCC’s dedication to connection, mentorship, and expanding perspectives has created lasting impact, ensuring students gain opportunities and experience a true sense of belonging. This award is a testament to what’s possible when we build, lead, and thrive together. Thank you, MBCC, for your partnership and this honor!

Student Leadership in Action! We are thrilled to spotlight our incredible JMG students at Sanford Middle School, whose leadership, problem-solving skills, and commitment to their peers are making a real difference through the Snack Dash initiative! What started as a classroom discussion about food insecurity three years ago has grown into an essential program that helps ensure snacks are available for students throughout the school day. When the original grant funding ran out last year, these students didn’t hesitate—they took action and secured new funding to keep Snack Dash going strong this school year! We couldn’t be more proud of their dedication to making a difference. Read more about their impact: https://lnkd.in/esnAhxp5

Partner Spotlight: MMG Insurance At JMG, we know that strong communities are built through meaningful investments in young people. That’s why we’re grateful for partners like MMG Insurance, whose commitment to education and workforce readiness helps open doors for Maine students. Through their support, JMG students gain essential career skills and opportunities, preparing them for success in an evolving workforce. When businesses invest in future talent, we all win. Thank you, MMG, for being part of the JMG community! https://lnkd.in/ekGburas

We appreciate Camden National Bank, one of our valued Employer Partners, for sharing their time and expertise with our students at Medomak Valley High School. A special thank you to Cassie Noyes, a former JMG student, and her colleague Kristin Simmons for talking with students about the essentials of résumés and cover letters. Hearing from professionals—especially JMG alumni—gives students valuable insights and the confidence to take their next steps toward success!

We are excited to share that the #AvangridFoundation, the philanthropic arm of Central Maine Power Company’s parent company, Avangrid, is continuing its investment in JMG with a generous $25,000 contribution! This renewed support reinforces our shared commitment to creating educational and workforce opportunities for Maine students. We are grateful for Avangrid Foundation’s continued partnership in empowering the next generation! https://lnkd.in/gU4tquXX

JMG is thrilled to partner with the Maine Celtics to bring the Playbook Initiative to middle school students in Portland and South Portland! Inspired by Boston Celtics players and launched by the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation, the Playbook Initiative is an anti-discrimination and bias-prevention program. Through open conversations about race, gender, disability, and more, it equips students with the tools to challenge bias, prevent discrimination, and promote inclusivity. Last week, we kicked off this transformative program at the Portland Expo, where students began a journey toward creating more inclusive communities. High school student Trainers guided middle school participants as they discussed real-life scenarios, exploring how they might respond to challenging social situations and take action to create positive change. Their insights and efforts are impactful, and we’re grateful to the Maine Celtics for partnering with JMG to empower students as they grow into thoughtful and inclusive leaders.

We’re Hiring! JMG is seeking a Middle School Specialist for our program at Bucksport Middle School. Are you an enthusiastic educator ready to empower Maine’s youth by building leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills? Apply today to make an impact. https://lnkd.in/eTVmBtrs

JMG is excited to partner with University Credit Union - Maine to better help our students as they prepare for their next steps in education and career pathways. UCU’s support will help expand our ability to connect students with financial literacy resources, career exploration activities, and access to professional insights. Together, we’re empowering students to achieve their goals and navigate their futures with confidence. Learn more about our partnership: https://lnkd.in/e4YB6MHB

We're thrilled to partner with The Roux Institute at Northeastern University and collaborate with Alicia Jalbert to help JMG develop an innovative AI and data-science career exploration module for Maine high school students. This program, which will be piloted this spring, will spark excitement for math and STEM careers by integrating foundational skills with real-world applications in AI and data science. Discover how Northeastern's resources and commitment to Maine's youth are helping shape the future of education. https://lnkd.in/eNZUt-JJ #JMG #RouxInstitute #STEMEducation #AI #DataScience #EducationForTheFuture

Healthcare partnerships are essential to workforce development in Maine, and this story beautifully highlights the connections that can happen along the way. At JMG, we are dedicated to connecting Maine students with real-world career pathways, including in the healthcare sector. The Northern Light Health NICU nurse’s visit to the classroom at Thornton Academy was already a valuable opportunity to share insights into a critical field—but it became even more special when it was discovered that one of the students was one of her NICU babies from years ago. Moments like these remind us how deeply interconnected our communities are and why this work matters so much. Thank you, Junior Achievement of Maine, for facilitating this incredible experience and for joining in the collective effort to support Maine students and their futures!