What is JAG?

JAG, Jobs for America's Graduates, is a program for juniors and seniors at Kokomo High School, Lafayette Jefferson High School, Logansport High School, McCutcheon High School, Oakland High School, Peru High School, and Twin Lakes High School.  JAG focuses on helping high school students that show promise for a better future to stay in school in order to graduate. JAG helps students find an entry-level job leading to a career and/or postsecondary education. The program gives students credit towards graduation and also offers them the opportunity to expand their horizons through business contacts, unpaid and paid internships, guest speakers, mentors, and community service opportunities. Currently, 126 JAG programs are available in communities throughout Indiana.