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The Summer Youth Program is Back!
After a successful 2009 summer program, the Smart Business Resource Center will once again coordinate a summer program for the 2010 year. Funds for the program will be drawn from funds through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). The ARRA, signed by President Obama on February 17, 2009, is intended to preserve and create jobs, promote the nation's economic recovery, and assist those most impacted by the recession.
The Act provides funding for additional youth employment and training services from May thru September. The Smart Center has been enlisted to employ youth, ages 18-24 years of age, through the summer in an effort to stimulate the economy. Youth will be placed at various work sites for up to 8 weeks to learn skills for future employment opportunities. We accept this challenge and have had a tremendous response from our community employers in Shasta and Trinity County to help us reach our goal.
The program will also be releasing weekly newsletters and a video documentary set to be completed in September to document this year's summer program. Four summer youth have been hired on by the Smart Business Resource Center to complete this project. See "Newsletters" and "Video Documentary" for more information.
Meet the Media Staff
Alyssa
Alyssa was born and raised in a small town in the Bay Area. She recently moved to Redding, and loves all the outdoor opportunities it has to offer. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with those close to her and being creative. Alyssa's long term goal is to attain a degree in early childhood education, and eventually open up an outdoor school with her close friend. Her special ability is being able to hum and whistle at the same time.
Alyssa is tall
She enjoys writing haikus
You should be her friend
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Miranda
Miranda was born and raised in Redding, CA. She attended and graduated from Foothill High School. She enjoys drawing, photography, photoshop, crafting. She also enjoys spending time with her friends, family and boyfriend. Her long-term goal is to become a graphic artist.
Miranda is fun
She likes to draw anime
You should buy her crafts
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Joe
Joe was born in Redding, California in 1989. Joe is currently working for The Smart Center Youth Program and greatly enjoys his job. He loves working with people and gets to do that every day. Joe's hobby is anything involving movies, from well written to so bad they're hilarious, as well as anything outdoors, such as hiking, exploring, and anything that keeps him active.
Joe is creative
He greatly dislikes penguins
You should like pandas
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Rachel
Rachel was born in Anchorage, Alaska. She enjoys reading, painting and spending time with her family. One of Rachel's role models is Stephen King. Her favorite book is "The Thief of Always" by Clive Barker. She is extremely passionate about music and volunteer work. Her goal is to attain a degree in Nursing.
Rachel is upbeat
She wants to travel the world
You should give her hugs
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