1	Bi-CAP YouthBuild Bemidji , Mn. Mission Statement : To provide the opportunity for At-risk youth to reach their Potential educationally, mentally, physically and become contributing citizens. Core Values : Honesty, Integrity, Respect, Pride, Growth, Initiative, Responsibility, and Acceptance. Youth Build Philosophy : The philosophy of Bi-CAP”s YouthBuild Program is to foster And support youth development and growth. This is Accomplished through the education component, individual Leadership opportunities, promoting respect for self and Others and providing opportunities to make a contribution to The larger community. Bi-CAP’s YouthBuild Program models A positive work ethic and team work.
2	YouthBuild Organizational Structure Deb Allison Executive Director Anne McGill Assistant Director of Operations/ YouthBuild Director Tina Sweatt YouthBuild Coordinator Bruce Christianson Life Skills Counselor Ken Baker Leadership/Job Developer Ben Carver Construction Coordinator Ross Millar Education Learner Manager Chris Mack Placement Specialist Justin Pierce Maintenance Technician
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4	Bi-CAP YouthBuild Today YouthBuild covers many things as a youth development program. It provides youth the opportunity to finish their education, earn some money, receive job training and gain valuable work experience while building and rehabilitating homes in their community. YouthBuilders work with counselors to work on personal issues, identify and overcome barriers to succeed at school and work, provide the necessary skills for a particular job, career, and individual personal development.YouthBuilders use the leadership development plan as a guide to follow while in the program.
5	Bi-CAP YouthBuild Today YouthBuild covers many things as a youth development program. It provides youth the opportunity to finish their education, earn some money, receive job training and gain valuable work experience while building and rehabilitating homes for their community. YouthBuilders work with counselors to deal with personal issues, identify and overcome barriers to succeed at school and work, provide the necessary skills for a particular job or career, and develop individually the ability to guide, direct, and influence people. YouthBuilders use the leadership development plan as a guide to follow while in the program
6	Bi-CAP YouthBuild Today Have dropped out of high school. Must be willing to make a 6 month commitment. Must reside in Cass or Beltrami Counties. Youths learn carpentry/construction skills during classroom construction training and while on-the-job with a certified industrial technology teacher.
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8	School / Travel
9	Construction
10	Graduation/ Open House