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Griffin Academy Services

Building Trades

GED and Community College

GED and Community College

Construction tools and a hard hat with Griffin Academy logo on wooden planks.

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.

GED and Community College

GED and Community College

GED and Community College

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"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.

Meals & Transportation

GED and Community College

Meals & Transportation

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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.

About the Academy

Independent Living Life Skills Training

Meals & Transportation

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Griffin Academy: Building Careers and Independence

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:

  • Workforce Development: Focus on the construction trades.
  • Education: GED and College preparation.
  • Life Skills: Independent Living readiness.

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.

Independent Living Life Skills Training

Independent Living Life Skills Training

Independent Living Life Skills Training

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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.

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