Press Release
WARSAW — Makia Lucas, a Warsaw Community High School junior, has been elected president-elect of the Indiana State Jobs for America’s Graduates Career Association.
Competing against peers from across the state, Lucas distinguished herself with her outstanding leadership qualities and commitment. In her new role, Lucas will help to lead the state association, guide her peers and represent them at various advocacy events.
JAG is a state-based, national non-profit organization focused on helping high school students overcome challenges.
The program promotes academic success and career readiness, and is instrumental in developing a resilient workforce. With 125 JAG programs in Indiana alone, the initiative supports students through adult mentoring and ongoing post-graduation advice. Impressively, about 95% of participants graduate, with many furthering their education, supported by grants from the Indiana Department of Workforce Development.
“Makia Lucas has really outdone herself by being elected as president-elect for JAG Indiana,” said Taylor Myers, JAG specialist at WCHS. “This means that she will represent all schools that currently have a JAG program. She will get to experience so many great opportunities with our program and we are so proud to see her push her limits in this role. She will then move up to the president of Indiana next year.”
“We are so excited for Makia and this statewide designation,” said Dr. David Hoffert, Warsaw Community Schools’ superintendent. “This opportunity showcases her local leadership and talents on a broader stage. We are proud and thankful for her leadership in exemplifying the WCS mission.”
“At the Warsaw Area Career Center, we’re incredibly proud of Makia Lucas, one of our shining stars who has been elected as the Indiana State JAG Career Association president,” said WACC Principal Ben Barkey. “Our JAG program is dedicated to empowering students like Makia to achieve their fullest potential. Her achievement is a testament to the program’s success and the passion our students bring to their futures. This moment not only highlights the exceptional talent she possesses but also celebrates the impact our JAG program has in opening doors for our students.”
