Supporting Youth Through Job Corps with Ivory Boyce

In this episode of Resilient Schools, recorded at the Bridging to Resilience Conference, Jethro Jones speaks with Ivory Boyce from the Flint Hills Job Corps Center. Ivory shares her journey, education, and passion for helping students. 

They discuss the range of services Job Corps offers to young adults, the importance of understanding individual backgrounds and needs, and insights gained from the conference. The conversation highlights the significance of proactive support and empathy in educational settings.

00:00 Introduction to Resilient Schools Podcast

00:14 Meet Ivory Boyce

00:52 Ivory's Educational Background

01:50 Job Corps Services and Support

03:09 Purpose of Attending the Conference

05:21 Conference Insights and Takeaways

07:19 Final Thoughts and Action Steps

10:32 Importance of Understanding Context

13:47 How to Get Involved with Job Corps

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