Youth Scholars, Skills, Service (YS3)

Alternative Schools Network offers the Youth Scholars, Skills, Service program that has been developed for professionals who work with 16-21-year-old youth in the care of DCFS residing in traditional foster care, the home of relatives, independently, or in a group home. This program provides Chicago area youth who are in the care of DCFS, are not enrolled in an educational or vocational program and do not have a high school diploma or GED, with the opportunity and resources to attain their educational goals and become independent and productive adults. Integral components of YS3 are student mentoring, college placement, and support.

Date of Last Formal Update

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211 Metro Chicago

Physical Address

1807 West Sunnyside Avenue , Chicago, IL 60640

Hours

Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm;

Application process

Appointment Required

Eligibility

Serves individuals 16-21 years old Caters to Special Populations Unemployed

Service area

Chicago, IL

Agency info

Alternative Schools Network

Alternative Schools Network (ASN) works to reduce the number of high school dropouts by promoting alternative education outcomes. Services include job training, counseling, youth mentoring, and college preparation.