125 students graduate from Jacksonville Job Corps

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Dozens of young people are ready to start a new chapter after graduating from the Jacksonville Job Corps.

On Friday, 125 students walked across the stage to receive their certificates and diplomas from various fields, ranging from electrical to nursing.

State Sen. Tracie Davis gave the commencement address. A representative from Mayor Donna Deegan’s office read a resolution, declaring the month of August Job Corps Month.

The ceremony also marked 60 years of Job Corps serving the Jacksonville community.

Many of the students who attend Job Corps are low-income residents who have overcome obstacles, gaining confidence from staff members and alumni from the program.

Graduates said they are ready for the future.