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JOB-SCHOOL
&
PUBLIC BENEFIT
By Alce MK Henry
August 2024
INTRODUCTION
My name is Makendi Henry Alce, but I go by "Alce"

(pronouns: he/him/his). I currently serve as the Adult
Education Program Director at the Immigrant Family
Services Institute (IFSI-USA).
I am also pursuing a master’s degree in Public Policy at

Brandeis University. This program will equip me to design
and implement policies that support immigrants and other
marginalized populations in the US.
In my free time, I enjoy writing, watching sports (especially

soccer), and hiking with friends, particularly during the fall
season to take in the vibrant colors of nature.
alcehenry@ifsi-usa.org
malce@brandeis.edu
The figure shows that 27
percent of working-age
immigrants are high school
dropouts, vs. just 7 percent of
working-age natives. Although
32 percent of immigrants have
a four-year college degree or
more, that figure is slightly
lower than the 35 percent of
natives who have at least a
college degree.
TRADE SCHOOL
A trade school, also known as a vocational or technical school, focuses on

providing hands-on training and education in specific trades. These
schools offer specialized programs that prepare students for careers in
certain industries.
FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Free access to college

TUITION-FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (TFCC) PLAN
The goal is to help more Boston residents afford, attend, and complete
college.
The 2024-2025 Tuition-Free Community College (TFCC) Plan pays for up

to three years of tuition and fees for Boston residents ages 18-24 who are
pursuing an associate degree or an eligible certificate program at a
partner college. Funding is available on a first-come first-serve basis.
Funding is available for students ages 25 and up through the following
programs:
ELIGIBILITY
The 2024-2025 TFCC eligibility requirements are as follows.
Students must:
Be a 18-24 year old Boston resident without an advanced
degree.
Enroll in an associate degree or short-term certificate
program at a partner college.
Complete the FAFSA, MAFSA, or alternative form offered by
the partner colleges.*
Submit any requested documentation from the partner
college.
*Students who are undocumented, DACA students, or have
TPS, do not need to complete the FAFSA.
MassReconnect
A new program that can help you earn a degree or

certificate for free and put you one step closer to your
dream career.
Massachusetts residents 25 years of age or older can

take advantage of this life-changing opportunity to
earn an associate degree or certificate for free at one of
the Commonwealth’s 15 public community colleges.
ELIGIBILITY
Individuals must:
Be 25 or older on the first day of classes
Physically reside in Massachusetts for at least one year, as of the
start of the enrolled term, with an intent to remain in Massachusetts
consistent with Board of Higher Education policy
Have approved eligibility status as a “High School Completer,” 1 per
the Massachusetts tuition equity law, 2 or be a U.S. Citizen,
permanent legal resident, or non-citizen eligible under Title IV
regulations.
Have not previously received an associate or bachelor’s degree or
the equivalent
Enroll in at least six credits per semester in an approved program of
study leading to an associate degree or certificate
Maintain satisfactory academic progress according to the
college’s requirements
Complete the 23-24 Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA)
15 Massachusetts Community Colleges:
1. Berkshire Community College 50 academic programs
2. Holyoke Community College 90 associate degree and certificate programs.
3. Bristol Community College Offers more than 130 study programs
4. Massasoit Community College Offers more than 60 Associate degree and certificate programs
5. North Shore Community College 56 Academic Diploma programs and 14 Certificate Programs
6. Bunker Hill Community College Offers more than 100 programs
7. MassBay Community College Offers more than 70 degree programs and more than 100 online programs
8. Quinsigamond Community College Offers more than 120 study programs
9. Cape Cod Community College 40 Associate Degree programs + 45 Certificate programs

10. Middlesex Community College 80 other degree and certificate programs
11. Roxbury Community College Serving more than 2,170 students each year.
12. Greenfield Community College Offers over 29 degree and certificate options
13. Mount Wachusett Community College Offers more than 70 degrees and certificates
14. Springfield Technical Community Offers 94 degree and certificate programs

College
15. Northern Essex Community College 60 academic programs
Roxbury Community College, April 2024
THE TRANSITION
The transition The process or a period of changing from one state

or condition to another:
The first place you go when immigrating to a State is to search on
the State's official website. That is the easiest way to access
resources that are available for you.
For Massachusetts, the official website is https://www.mass.gov/

but it's important to check out the City of Boston website as well
which you can find here: https://www.boston.gov/ An idea of the
Mass website
THE NEEDS
EDUCTION JOB INTEGRATION

THE NEEDS
School (Kids)
GED (Highschoolers)
Adult education program (ESOL
classes)
Community College
Job opportunities
EDUCTION
EDUCTION
EDUCTION
JOB
Work Permit
President Joe Biden's administration promised to expedite the processing
time for work permits to 30 days.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU
African Bridge Network

Orientation Workshop for Foreign-Trained Professionals
African Bridge Network (ABN) creates a network for foreign-trained

professionals in Massachusetts by connecting them with professional mentors,
social service providers, community leaders and other immigrant professionals.
The workshops are designed to introduce immigrant professionals who have
lived in the U.S. for fewer than five years to this network so that no time is lost in
their successful integration. https://africanbn.org/ow/
Haitian doctors are encouraged to connect with ABN as a way to stay in the
medical field while living in the United States. Alce will Follow up on that later.
EARLY CHILDHOOD
The Office of Early Childhood

is committed to universal,
affordable, high-quality early
education and care for all
infants, toddlers, and children
under five.
JEWISH VOCATIONAL SERVICES (JVS)
Jewish Vocational Service in Boston (JVS) was founded in 1938 during the Great
Depression to assist Jewish immigrants struggling to enter the American workforce and
support their families. Today, JVS is among the oldest and largest providers of adult
education and workforce development services in Greater Boston, serving a diverse
clientele representing over 90 nations, and speaking 50 languages, and helping people
secure financial independence through educational and employment services.
JVS for career development

CAREER IN BANKING & FINANCE
Building Energy Efficient

Maintenance Skills (BEEMS)
Careers in Banking and Finance is a comprehensive training
initiative in collaboration with banking and financial
institutions. This program equips motivated individuals with
the precise knowledge and skills required to excel in the
dynamic field of banking, ensuring they can make a strong
impression and achieve success in the industry.
Building Energy Efficient

Maintenance Skills (BEEMS)
The BEEMS Program is a 17-week, hands-on training initiative
that prepares participants for careers as maintenance
technicians/engineers. This comprehensive course covers
essential skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, electricity, and
job readiness, with a focus on energy efficiency and
weatherization techniques.
Weatherization Technician Training
AACA provides you with the opportunity to start a great

new career in one of America's fastest-growing clean energy
industries. This is a FREE training program where you GET
PAID TO LEARN. Launch your new career in this growing
industry today!
Scan the QR code to register
for Virtual Info Session -
Tuesday 8/20 between 11AM -

12PM
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Alce MK Henry
THANK
YOU!

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JOB-SCHOOL

My name is Makendi Henry Alce, but I go by "Alce"

I am also pursuing a master’s degree in Public Policy at

In my free time, I enjoy writing, watching sports (especially

A trade school, also known as a vocational or technical school, focuses on

Free access to college

The 2024-2025 Tuition-Free Community College (TFCC) Plan pays for up

A new program that can help you earn a degree or

Massachusetts residents 25 years of age or older can

1. Berkshire Community College 50 academic programs

2. Holyoke Community College 90 associate degree and certificate programs.

3. Bristol Community College Offers more than 130 study programs

6. Bunker Hill Community College Offers more than 100 programs

8. Quinsigamond Community College Offers more than 120 study programs

9. Cape Cod Community College 40 Associate Degree programs + 45 Certificate programs

14. Springfield Technical Community Offers 94 degree and certificate programs

The transition The process or a period of changing from one state

For Massachusetts, the official website is https://www.mass.gov/

EDUCTION JOB INTEGRATION

African Bridge Network

African Bridge Network (ABN) creates a network for foreign-trained

The Office of Early Childhood

JVS for career development

Building Energy Efficient

Building Energy Efficient

Weatherization Technician Training

AACA provides you with the opportunity to start a great

Tuesday 8/20 between 11AM -

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