A path to education & employment success

Youth Solutions, a United Way impact partner, helps young people find their path to education and employment success through a program called Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates (JMG). Brooke Modro, a 2023 graduate of Hartford High School, is a standout of the program. During her senior year, Brooke served as the President of her JMG Career Association. She helped plan and execute five highly successful blood drives, encouraged her peers to apply to college through the #WhyApply campaign, raised funds in the “Hot Cocoa for Kids Fundraiser,” and contributed to initiatives such as creating ribbons for suicide/mental health awareness and organizing school-wide collections for “Cards for Comrades” for active-duty military overseas. Brooke also volunteered for United Way’s “Rake A Difference” event. 

Brooke consistently achieved honors in her classes and served on the Hartford High School Student Council and the Go Green Club. 

Reflecting on her transformative journey with JMG, Brooke said, “If someone asked me what JMG was, I would have a simple, one-word answer: opportunity. Ever since I joined this program, I have been given so many amazing opportunities that will help me become successful in the future. Being a part of JMG is comforting because it’s like a great big family all working together to achieve the ultimate goal of success.”

Brook is now studying at Ferris State University.

Brooke Modro with JMG teacher, Ms. Braddock

Brooke Modro, 2023 graduate of Hartford High School

Youth Solutions is committed to providing Michigan’s youth the support and experiences that prepare them for their futures. Youth Solutions is closing the gap between education and workforce development by providing Michigan’s young people with equitable access to career-focused education and employment pathways through targeted services.