One night of celebration doesn’t come close to the 70 years of civil service Dr. C.T. Vivian has freely and tirelessly given to this country, but we’re humbled to have celebrated such a night! Dr. CT Vivian is a remarkable man who has faced the trials of fire and has navigated the turbulent rivers of…
Once MJYF students graduate from our program there’s no stopping the limitless possibilities that awaits them. Whether it be studying in areas of science, art, literature or traveling the abyss, our alumni go out to accomplish great things and we’re dedicated to sharing their stories. In this edition of our Alumni Spotlight, we’re shining light…
We believe in supporting students’ endeavors to travel the world while learning in the process. Here in our Going Abroad section we’re highlighting senior Khalil Edwards’ summer escapades in China. What was your experience like in a new country? My experience was amazing! It was so cool being able to feel an entirely different energy…
The right exposure can open a mind to unknown territory, resulting in endless possibilities. At MJYF, we make it a priority to expose our students to personal development skills, different cultures, civic engagement and various colleges and universities. In June 2019, we embarked on our annual college tour trip to the DC-Maryland-Virginia (DMV) area. To…
Every year we search for the best and brightest to join our Leadership Academy. We look for dedicated, compassionate high-performing students with an interest in college and eagerness to develop mentally and intellectually. Benefits of Enrolling Students in the Leadership Academy: Participate in educational trips where they meet with elected officials and business leaders at…
Each year our students are challenged with the task of writing a speech about any subject of their choosing. Prior to the big speech day, students attend a workshop on the elements of speech: defining an audience, speech variation, researching and analysis, persuasion tactics and more. During the workshop, we have open dialogue on memorable…
We’re thrilled to launch our new brand look and website. MJYF spent last summer preparing for better ways to engage with students and the outside community. We believe creating a stronger online presence will help us curate real relationships and partnerships for the MJYF brand. We’ve captured so many incredible moments for our students and…