Ja'shad Simmons

On June 26, 2016, Ja'shad Simmons was killed at 18 years old.  Ja'shad was always ready with a joke, a smile, and a tease to his classmates and staff alike.  Ja'shad, we miss you and will always remember you.

Spring 2016 Graduation

The NET celebrated its largest graduation to date!  We are so proud of all our new alumni. We know they will do amazing things!

Roshantis & Rodney Parker

Damanisha Ancar

Warrenisha Bingham

Landrea Brazile

Rakeah Love

Willie Morris

Sahara Polk

Lawrenisha Grant

Wayne Burnett

Essence Edmond

Brendan & Avery Aldridge

Tihut Sambula-Fernandez

Thomas Paramore

Tanya Davis

Jazmine Lloyd

Joriel Boykins

Ronald Roberson

Pernell Suazo

Sounds of Home, Sounds of Change

Check out NET students' contributions to mentor Jebney Lewis' art and sound project!

Here are three of the stories students wrote:

• Oda al Banar by Melany Granados
• Sounds of Change by Donald Frank
  

Town Hall

Despite the rainy weather, NET students gathered to discuss the Presidential candidates and their platforms Friday.

NET Alumnus at Cafe Reconcile

After graduating from The NET in December 2015, Anfernee enrolled in the culinary job training program at Cafe Reconcile (conveniently located across the street from The NET).  During his short time at Reconcile, Anfernee has made a great impression with his supervisors and peers.  Every day he shows up on time ready to learn and is always quick to put a smile on someone's face.  He is about halfway done with Reconcile's program and already looking forward to a full-time job when he's finished.

Here's Anfernee working at an event at Purloo last week.  Keep up the great work, Anfernee!

unCommon Construction Features our own Noel!

Apprentice Spotlight: Noel "I build to become a more active listener."

Noel is a 16 year old at the NET Charter High School, an alternative school that provides "students with the skills, confidence and experience necessary to succeed in the education and career paths of their choice.” Noel’s choice: Construction. Last semester, Noel made the NET's honor roll, earning an impressive 97% in his introductory carpentry class - which uses the National Curriculum for Construction Engineering and Research (NCCER).

At school, Noel is working toward an industry-based certification, but the construction site is where he really shines. He's a fun and incredibly energetic member of this team, and always approaches new challenges with an eager smile - ready to learn and see a job well done. He's also on track to graduate early, making the need to develop employable skills all the more crucial.

At unCommon Construction, Noel reinforces what he learns in the classroom through real world application. He’s quick to pick up new skills and eager to coach his peers and volunteers through more complex tasks. We love working with Noel, and can't wait to see how he'll choose to build his future.

“This team is the best crew I’ve ever worked with.” - Noel

Audio Postcard: The NET Charter High School Graduation

Hear from our graduates here!