These inspirational stories are all from the dedicated parents, students, and graduates we have the privilege to help each day.
As Wisconsin’s construction industry continues to grow, contractors across the state are searching for dependable, job-ready workers who can contribute from day one. Forward Service Corporation’s Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) program has emerged as one of the most effective solutions to this challenge. In just six weeks and at no cost to participants, HCST … See details
When Joshua returned to college as a working parent, he knew it wouldn’t be easy. Between two part-time jobs, full-time classes at Fox Valley Technical College, and raising two school-aged children, his days were packed. But for Josh, determination and heart were never in short supply. “I was looking for options to assist with funding … See details
Reginald is a reserved, humble person who works hard and tries his best. While incarcerated, he felt hopeless and unmotivated, uncertain what his release would look like. He wasn’t sure how to begin looking for work or how to reenter the community. When a social worker offered him a referral to the Wisconsin Pathways Home … See details
Billy Jack first encountered Pathways Home while navigating a challenging chapter of life: incarceration in the Wisconsin prison system. “I had a plan for release but was unsure and scared of how to make it happen,” they shared. Like many returning citizens, their immediate concerns centered on finding work, transportation, and the support needed to … See details
When Loles connected with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) program in Outagamie County, she was ready to take charge of her future. Her family had been living day by day, and she knew it was time for change. “My family lives more or less day by day. This program will allow me more … See details
When James enrolled in the Transportation Alliance for New Solutions (TrANS) program in March 2015, (the program now called Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST)) he brought one thing above all else: determination. From day one, James claimed the middle seat in the front row of his 14-member class, a clear signal to his instructors that … See details
Students from Prairie Phoenix Academy (PPA) in Sun Prairie recently experienced one of their most exciting field trips yet — a behind-the-scenes visit to the 911 Communications Center in Madison, WI. The trip, part of the school’s Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program, gave students a firsthand look at the fast-paced and impactful world of … See details
When Randy first came to Forward Service Corporation (FSC) for help, life wasn’t easy. He had been referred to the FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program by his Income Maintenance (IM) agency to meet the work requirement for FoodShare benefits. At the time, Randy was dealing with legal challenges, working to stay sober, and searching … See details
