Extended School Year Program

JET (Job Experience Training) is a life and job skills ESY program designed to help at-risk students become more employable and develop into fully contributing members of the community. The goal of all JET activities is to develop teamwork and build self-confidence.

The target population includes High School students who are in need of guidance and structure to prepare for a productive future. 

Specific job responsibilities in which JETs participate:

• Landscaping
• Painting and light construction projects
• Production Ceramics
• Printmaking
• Digital Music Production
• Assistance with office work
• General maintenance of trails, campus grounds, and buildings

Additional components of the JET program may include:

• Students earn 2.5 credits in Financial Literacy
• Transition Program for students entering high school
• Individual and group counseling
• Anger management
• Conflict resolution
• Healthy lifestyle choices
• Daily recreation time
• Field trips and guest speakers
   

Learn More About Our Alternative High School Program

Contact Collier High School in Wickatunk, NJ to learn more about our special education offerings, as well as our expanded programs with Collier Youth Services.

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Application Process
Application and USDA Forms required for all JET participants; Students not currently attending Collier will also need to submit a current IEP and Medical Forms.

  

Scholarship Availability: The school system can pay for the program if they deem it necessary for the child’s educational/vocational needs 732-946-9694 Dan Smith, Camp Director. 732-946-9694 Dan Smith, Camp Director [email protected] 

Transportation Available: Transportation is the responsibility of the sending school district.  If private pay, the parent is responsible for transportation. 

Registration: High School Student  Freshman  Application and USDA Forms required for all JET participants; **Students not currently attending Collier will also need to submit a current IEP and Medical Forms. All applications must be originals. No faxed copies will be accepted. Need: Project Eco application & USDA form. After acceptance require a notarized Health History form, Consent to Administer form (for meds) Social Security number required If JET is being funded by a school district, a signed contract is required. If DCP&P is funding the program, written approval is required from the local office. If privately funded, up-front payment in full is required. 

Last Updated: 04/05/23