Youth Services at Nine Star Education and Employment Services is an umbrella encompassing the programs below. These programs are offered to youth clients for FREE!

Youth Education & Employment Services (YEES)

This program provides assessment, academic skills upgrade activities, career counseling, and pre-employment skills to youth. Employability skills development includes job search training as well as the development of positive work attitudes and work habits through internships and permanent jobs.

We are looking for motivated youth who want to get a job and finish/advance their education!

High School Completion Program (HSCP)

This program accepts youth nineteen years of age or younger interested in completing a high school diploma.   Support services for enrolled students include individualized instruction; computer and internet access; administration of exit exams; and instruction on study skills, homework habits, and goal setting.  Students enroll for the entire school year.  

Specialized Services Information and Referral

This project enables youth who experience disabilities to transition into independent adult life by developing systems of community support. 

Youth First

Youth First Initiative funding has been granted to Nine Star Youth Services through the State of Alaska's Department of Labor. To be eligible, youth must be between 16 and 24 years of age. The program is designated for youth who are currently not attending school, which can include graduates as well as those who have dropped out of high school.