As the first JAG President at Shadow Mountain High School, Noah Chapman discovered his passion for leadership and hard work through the JAG program. Today, he’s nearly completed his apprenticeship in Oregon’s Power Line Clearance Tree Trimmer Program and is building a strong career path in the skilled trades.

The world of high-tech manufacturing just got real for Paradise Valley High School JAG students. On October 9th, they stepped out of the classroom and into the nano-world of semiconductors, experiencing firsthand the innovation shaping Arizona’s economy and their future careers.

JAG Arizona leaders met with Superintendent Tom Horne and his team to present 2024–25 student success outcomes and share how the program is transforming lives across Arizona through graduation support, career readiness, and employer-connected pathways.

More than 320 JAG students from across Arizona gathered at Phoenix College on September 18th for a day of inspiration, connection, and leadership growth during the 2025 Leadership Development Conference. The event brought together 54 business and community partners, including 46 exhibitors, four presenters, and four Phoenix College staff, all dedicated to helping JAG students discover their leadership potential and prepare for bright futures.

When JAG students show up prepared, they show up confident. That’s why our long-standing partnership with Dress for Success Arizona is more than just clothing, it’s about helping students present their best selves and pursue their future with purpose. From blazers for state officers to pop-up shops in schools, Dress for Success Arizona continues to invest in the potential of every JAG student.

JAG Arizona participated in TUHSD’s 2025 Commitment Day to help over 4,000 high school seniors explore their post-graduation plans and discover how JAG programs provide the support, skills, and opportunities students need to succeed.

The Celebration of Success event celebrated student and Specialist accomplishments, recognized SRP’s transformational partnership, the lasting impact of Congressman Raúl Grijalva, and unveiled the new theme: Different Roots, United Purpose.

When SRP partnered with Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates at Gila Bend High School, the result wasn’t just better student outcomes, it was a community-wide transformation. From academic gains and career readiness to statewide awards and national recognition, SRP’s commitment shows how employer partnerships can power the future of Arizona’s workforce. Now honored with JAG Arizona’s 2025 Power of Partnership Award, SRP sets the standard for what it means to be a true Pathway Maker.

When Emilio Nanden first joined Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates (JAG) at Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School, he struggled with academics and self-confidence. With the encouragement of his JAG Specialist, Emilio began to find his footing—and his future. What started as a few hours each week to catch up on assignments became a multi-year journey of personal growth, career exploration, and real-world success. Today, Emilio works full-time at Honeywell in quality inspection, proving that with the right support and opportunity, students can turn potential into purpose.

Arizona is setting the bar for student outcomes and workforce readiness. With a 99% graduation rate and record-breaking post-graduation success, JAG Arizona has once again exceeded the national "6 of 6" goals set by Jobs for America’s Graduates. Here’s what that means for students—and the future of Arizona.