Frequently Asked Questions: This page contains answers to common questions of students and parents.
YouthLinks is a program for youth, ages 14-21, that provides educational and occupational opportunities needed to receive a high school diploma, GED or secondary school diploma or post secondary training.Back to Top
How can I be a part of YouthLinks?
There are qualifications that you must meet in order to be a part of YouthLinks. Call our office 453-3833 to get more information on whether you can qualify or not.Back to Top
What services does the YouthLinks program provide?
Tutoring and study skills training, recovery credit classes, Service Learning credit, occupational training and apprenticeships, adult mentoring, guidance and counseling, summer employment opportunities, life skills and leadership opportunities, job shadowing and character education, GED testing fees, tuition and course fees, paid and unpaid work experiences, book fees, coordination of Pell Grant information, job search assistance, resume and job application preparation, and tutoring at all 4 county high schools.Back to Top
We are located in the MAP Academy. Our address is 205 Stumpy Lane. We are beside the Wilson County Board of Education off Highway 231 South.Back to Top
(615) 453-3833 Linda Armistead - Ext. 1100 Lisa Dickson - Ext. 1101 Melanie Powell- Ext. 1102 Debra Hill - Ext. 1103 Terri Beals - Ext. 1104Back to Top
What other opportunities does YouthLinks provide?
YouthLinks also assists with Credit Recovery, Youth Advisory Council, Service Learning, mentoring, and career/post secondary counseling.Back to Top
Credit Recovery is an after school program that allows high school students to recover a credit in a previously failed course.Back to Top
Service Learning is a regular credit class consisting of 133 hours of volunteer community service and class orientation and preparation instruction. Service Learning can be set up as an after-school program or a summer program that allows high school students an opportunity to earn an elective credit toward their graduation requirements.Back to Top
Does YouthLinks go year round?
Yes, we have activities through out the year for our participants.Back to Top
How can I be a part of tutoring?
All you have to do is call Debra Hill (453-3833 ext. 1103). She will let you know exactly where you need to be and when you can start.Back to Top
What are the costs of the YouthLinks services?
All of the services and activities provided through YouthLinks are free to eligible participants. YouthLinks receives a grant through the federal government under the Department of Labor and Workforce Development that pays for all of the opportunities given to our students.Back to Top