Young Adults Resources

P21: Pathways to Success by 21

Provides services to out of school youth, High School graduates not enrolled in post-secondary education or working, GED program participants and Young Adults 17+ transitioning out of DSS or DYS.

Services available:

• Career counseling
• Job readiness
• Information on alternative education and college
• Crisis support
• Assistance and advocacy in connecting to programs and resources on a case-by-case basis

Pathways to MCAS Success

Provides services to graduates from the years 2003 to the present, who have not yet passed the MCAS.

Services available:

• Free remediation classes at the community colleges
• Career counseling
• Job readiness
• Information on alternative educatio

FAQs:
Do I need to pay for MCAS preparation classes?
No, the MCAS classes are a free service provided by the Community Colleges.

Can anyone take the classes?
No, you must be a student from the classes of 2003-2005, who finished school but still needs to pass the MCAS, or a current high school senior who is trying to pass the MCAS.

Why should I talk to a Career Counselor about the MCAS?
Because a Career Counselor can help you determine the best plan of action, including help with employment, personal counseling or alternative approaches to your education.

Why do I need to pass the MCAS?
Because, according to a recent study, a person who receives their high school diploma makes, in their life time, a half a million dollars more than some one who does not. A high school diploma or its equivalent is a very important part of taking the next step in life.