Michigan Works! Takes Six Youth to Legislative Day in Lansing

February 26, 2025 - Youth Career Advisors Jeanie Flory, Erin O’Rourke, Seth Grueberg and Allison Oaks took six youth to Jobs for Michigan's Graduates Legislative Day in Lansing. The youth represented Mackinaw City, Graying, Wolverine, and Fairview schools.

The Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates Legislative Day is a Youth Solutions annual event focused on empowering youth to engage with Michigan's policymakers, share their personal stories of success, and advocate for continued support of career-focused education.

In Lansing, the youth were able to meet with Senator Michele Hoitenga, Representative Ken Borton, and Representative Cam Cavitt. They spoke with the legislators about current issues facing young people and members of rural communities, such as transportation, education, and access to quality careers.

Students also got the opportunity to go on a scavenger hunt around the Capitol to find landmarks, take photos, and then submit them for a prize.

The students enjoyed a day of talking with other teens from around the state as well, learning about Leadership Skills and how they have learned to utilize those skills.