Program Requirements

In order to participate in the Work-Based Learning Program student must:

  • have parent permission and parent must attend orientation meeting.

  • be a rising 11th or 12th grade student and on track for graduation.

  • be at least 16 years of age by August and have a social security number.

  • have a job by the second week of school.

  • be enrolled or previously enrolled in a Career, Technical, and

Agricultural Education (CTAE) class or Pathway Completer.

  • be recommended by a CTAE teacher, counselor, or administrator.

  • have reliable transportation to work and off campus at the beginning of your WBL Block. (Must immediately leave the school campus.)

  • work a minimum of 7.5 hours a week for 1 Block, 1 credit; 15 hours a week for 2 Blocks, 2 Credits; 23 hours week for 3 Blocks, 3 Credits.

  • be a member of a Career Technology Student Organization (CTSO)

FBLA, DECA, TSA.

  • have good attendance, academic, and discipline records.

  • have a good attitude and good grooming habits.

  • attend/participate in WBL Activities, WBL Student’s Monthly Meetings, College Tours, Job Fairs, Job Shadowing, etc. and take SAT, ACT, ASVAB assessments, etc.

  • complete and turn-in all Work-Based Learning Documents.

  • develop and maintain a Work-Based Learning Portfolio.

  • complete Monthly Earnings and Employer Evaluation Reports.

  • have a professional outfit (dress shoes, suit, dress in black or navy).

  • adhere to all Policies and Procedures set by the WBL Program.