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WHAT IS WORK-BASED LEARNING (WBL)?
WBL is an opportunity to be released from school early to go to work and start gaining some real world work experience – and get school credit! You can have a paid part-time position, an unpaid internship or both. We try to relate your work experience to your long-term career goals, but you can also get WBL credit if you just have a general part time job. This is a great opportunity to begin building your resume while still in high school.
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO TAKE WORK-BASED LEARNING?
In order to apply for the Work-Based Learning program, here are the requirements that you must meet:
Must be at least 16 years old
Maintain good attendance and discipline record
Provide your own dependable transportation to/from job site/internship and have an official school parking permit
WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO FOR THE CLASS?
There are two main components of the WBL class:
GO TO WORK. For each release period, you must work 5 hours per week. For example, if you have WBL during 7th period, then you have to work 5 hours each week. Those hours do not have to literally be from 2:45-3:35 pm every day. You might only go to work one afternoon during the week and then on a Saturday. This gives you flexibility with other after school activities, like athletic games and practices. Failure to comply may result in dismissal from the program.
COMPLETE MONTHLY ASSIGNMENTS. Each month, you have to complete a few assignments that are related to a specific topic. All assignments are posted in your google classroom. Monthly timesheets and employer evaluations are due on the 5th of each month.
HOW DO I GET TO WORK/MY INTERNSHIP?
Students must provide reliable transportation daily.
I HAVE A PAID JOB. CAN I USE IT FOR WBL?
Yes, if it is related to coursework. The purpose of WBL is to help students find their future career. Students can have a paid job and an internship related to his/her career goals.
CAN I USE MY PAID JOB TO COUNT FOR WBL HOURS EVEN IF I HAVE AN INTERNSHIP?
Yes, if students do not get enough hours through the internship, they can supplement with paid hours.
WHAT IF I CAN'T WORK FOR A FEW DAYS OR WEEKS?
If a student is temporarily out of work due to extenuating circumstances, alternatives may be provided to earn hours. Speak to your coordinator.
WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE A JOB OR RELATED INTERNSHIP?
Your WBL Coordinator will help secure a job or unpaid placement.
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