Determination. Support. Success.
Jazmon’s education history was non-traditional. But despite not participating in the public school system, they were determined to find their own path to success. That determination – along with the strong support and encouragement of their aunt – brought Jazmon to WorkSource Okanogan where they enrolled at the Omak Learning Center.
Jazmon quickly proved themselves in the classroom, completing coursework and joining workshops and tours. By March 2025, they had their GED in hand and walked proudly at Okanogan’s Alternative High School graduation ceremony that June.
Jazmon’s learning continued with a 260-hour work experience at the Omak Mirage Theater, where Jazmon earned strong evaluations from supervisors. They also secured a Food Handler’s Card through Basic Food Employment & Training (BFET), which is a requirement for jobs and careers in the food industry. The work experience and the new credential provide a strong base for future employment opportunities and growth.
Thanks to support received from WorkSource, like financial aid and a campus work study, Jazmon is excited to start a transfer degree program this fall at Wenatchee Valley College, laying the groundwork to continue on to a four-year university.
No matter what the path to success might look like – whether traditional or custom-made – the way forward requires skills, support, and the opportunity for growth.
In order to develop the workforce for the future, we need to continue to invest in the youth of today.
Congratulations to Jazmon on their accomplishments!
