WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Griffin Academy offers a Foster Care Emancipation Prep School that focuses on essential life skills, GED prep, and training in construction trades over a 52-week program.
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT: Griffin Academy offers a Foster Care Emancipation Prep School that focuses on essential life skills, GED prep, and training in construction trades over a 52-week program.
With over 150 years of combined experience, Griffin Academy instructors and administrators are adept at providing all the tools and services necessary for foster care teens to successfully transition into adulthood after foster care. Our focus on workforce development, particularly in the construction trades, ensures that every student is prepared for a thriving future.
We offer a range of specialized programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of our students. Our curriculum integrates hands-on learning with real-world applications.
Griffin Academy is dedicated to empowering every foster youth with the essential skills and mentorship needed to launch successful careers after foster care. Through specialized workforce development, primarily focused on the construction trades, we directly contribute to strengthening and rebuilding Ohio’s skilled labor workforce.
Griffin Academy is proud to announce that our inaugural class is about to begin! With our 'Rolling Enrollment,' class cycles for our construction trades programs beginning every 8 weeks. We are already filling up our next class. Griffin Academy is officially an national accredited "High School Builder Program" Partnering with area, gradu
Griffin Academy is proud to announce that our inaugural class is about to begin! With our 'Rolling Enrollment,' class cycles for our construction trades programs beginning every 8 weeks. We are already filling up our next class. Griffin Academy is officially an national accredited "High School Builder Program" Partnering with area, graduates will have a good paying job waiting for them. Starting pay ranges from $25 to $60 per hour. Driver's Education classes are officially in place
Griffin Academy offers a variety of training programs specifically designed for foster care youth to get started in the construction trades. Our courses include:
*C.O.R.E. Training Classes
*Carpentry Training Classes
*Plumbing Training Classes
*Masonry Training Classes
*Electrical Training Classes
*HVAC Training Classes.
These beginner-level courses provide foundational knowledge necessary for entering the skilled labor workforce in their chosen trade.
With our rolling enrollment, class cycles begin every 8 weeks at Griffins Academy.
"CONNECTING YOUTH TO SUCCESSFUL FUTURES"
* On-Site GED preparatory classes
* GED Test completion
* On-Site skills and Career Interest testing, including options in construction trades
* On-Site Online college courses
* On-site tutors available to foster care youth
All required classroom supplies at no additional costs
With our "Rolling Enrollment" Class Cycles, classes begin every 8 weeks at Griffin Academy, ensuring that all students have access to vital educational development resources.
Griffin Academy offers convenient pick-up and drop-off transportation for every Griffin youth within our 5 county service area. Our commitment to workforce development is evident in our programs tailored for youth, including opportunities in construction trades.
MEALS
Daily meals include:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Snack
- Take home dinner/meal
* Youth with special dietary needs and/or allergies will receive a modified menu.
With our "Rolling Enrollment," class cycles beginning every 8 weeks, we ensure that all youth in foster care and beyond have access to quality education and resources.
Griffin Academy Workforce Training and Foster Care Emancipation Prep School is dedicated to ensuring youth success through comprehensive training. Located at $702$ Albert Street, Englewood, OH $45322$, our mission is to build a strong foundation in:
We offer 'Rolling Enrollment' with new classes starting every 8 weeks. Youth participate in small, focused learning groups that emphasize both academics and practical workplace tools, ensuring every student is set up for a successful, independent future.
Griffin Academy offers a variety of classes designed to support workforce development and independence, including:
* Money Management/Fiscal Literacy/Consumer Skills
* Job Seeking/Maintenance Skills
* Health
* Food Management
* Legal Skills
* Personal Appearance
* Transportation
* Emergency/Safety Skills
* Housing
* Educational Planning
* Housekeeping
* Interpersonal Social Skills
* Religion
* Knowledge of Community Resources
* Driver's Education
With our "Rolling Enrollment," class cycles begin every 8 weeks at Griffin Academy.
Education✓
Vocational/Job Training✓
Independent Living Life Skills✓
Bank Account✓
Apartment✓
Good Paying Job✓
During the final month, every youth tackles the Ohio Driver's Education Course (classroom and on-the-road). Next, we become professional matchmakers, helping the youth and referring agencies find that perfect first car. And relax, car maintenance is covered in the IL transportation course. You'll learn the difference between an oil change and just adding more oil. (Hint: there's a difference.)
Finding and moving into your first apartment begins in your IL Legal class (understanding contract law).
Your IL Housing class will help you decide what kind of place you want.
Your IL Money Management Class makes sure you know how to pay for it all.
You only have to decide how you want to decorate.
Griffin Academy accepts:
It's as easy as 1-2-3
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If you have any questions just call us at 513-259-7745
Q. Who is eligible for admission to Griffin Academy?
A. Foster Care Teens aged 16-17 who meet the admission criteria are eligible for enrollment at Griffin Academy, which focuses on preparing students for careers in construction trades and other fields.
Q. What geographic area is eligible for enrollment in Griffin Academy?
A. Foster Care Teens currently placed in Montgomery, Greene, Preble, Darke, Clark, and Miami County can apply for admission to Griffin Academy.
Q. What are the Griffin Academy hours of operation?
A. Classes at Griffin Academy are held from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, year-round, providing consistent opportunities for Foster Care Teens to engage in workforce development.
Q. Does a Foster Care Teen have to wait for a new semester to begin classes?
A. Understanding the nature of Foster Care placements, Griffin Academy will initiate a new class every 8 weeks, ensuring that all eligible Foster Care Teens can start their journey towards successful emancipation and workforce development without unnecessary delays.
