Youth Apprentice Program
2025-2026 YA STUDENT TRACKER SPREADSHEET
Prewritten Email script Send email to Employers after job offering for YA Agreement and Training Plan.
HOTSHEET for Prospective Employers
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FCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program
FCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program
FCPS was selected as one of two counties in Maryland to pilot the Maryland Youth Apprenticeship "Earn and Learn" Program. Participating students work during the summer after the junior year and during the senior year in a state-approved industry. They work with a mentor to learn valuable skills and earn industry credentials and high school credit.
The program is a partnership between the Maryland Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, the Maryland State Department of Education, the Department of Commerce, FCPS, community educational and business partners, and area employers. FCPS takes the lead in coordinating student placements.
The program requires that eligible employers hire Apprenticeship Maryland participants in eligible career track occupations in science, technology, engineering, math (STEM) and manufacturing. Student apprentices are provided paid compensation through “earn and learn” opportunities.
Students also receive training in employability skills, interpersonal/social skills and general knowledge of the world of work.
What are Maryland Youth Apprenticeships? An apprenticeship is an industry-driven program that provides students the opportunity to “earn and learn.” A Youth Apprentice participating in this program receives supervised, structured, on-the-job training from a mentor in a specific STEM-related occupation within the following industries:
Environmental, Agriculture, and Natural Resources
Business Management and Finance
Construction and Develoopment
Health and Bio Sciences
Information Technology
Manufacturing, Engineering and Technology
Students work a minimum of 450 hours with a certified employer while also receiving related educational training at their high school or the FCPS Career and Technology Center. Students have an opportunity to apply through their school's Work Based Learning Coordinator
Youth Apprentice Program Hiring Timeline
Youth Apprentice Program Hiring Timeline
(Winter/Spring 2025-2026 through Fall 2026)
(2024-2025) wblc Youth Apprenticeship Documents
(2024-2025) wblc Youth Apprenticeship Documents
Prewritten Email script
Send email to Employers after job offering for YA Agreement and Training Plan.
🔴Once the forms below are opened, download and save first. This will allow for fillable option.🔴
Student Application
YA Student Application Form-Fillable.pdfStudent Agreement
YA Agreement - Corrected 2023.pdfStudent Training Plan
YA Training Plan - Blank.pdfTraining Plan Fillable
Training Plan example (Phoenix Mecano)
Student Evaluation Form
FCPS Youth Apprentice Evaluation Form.pdfMDoL Minor Fact Sheet
MDoL Minor Fact Sheet.pdfYOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM UPDATES
YOUTH APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM UPDATES
(2025-2026) Policy Guidance on Youth Apprenticeship
(2025-2026) Youth Apprenticeship Agreement Form Instructions
(2025-2026) Related Instruction - By Employer & Position
(2025-2026) MSDE Youth Apprenticeship Related Instruction Waiver
Support documents for WBLC
Support documents for WBLC
SUPPORT DOCUMENTS FOR EMPLOYERS
SUPPORT DOCUMENTS FOR EMPLOYERS
Employer FAQ Packet
(Marketing for NEW Recruits)
Youth Apprentice Employer Recruitment FAQ SheetHow to Be a Great Mentor
How to Be a Great Mentor for Youth Apprentices, Interns, and Work Study StudentsHOW EMPLOYERS ACHIEVE 450 HOURS
HOW TO ACHIEVE 450 HOURS FOR YOUTH APPRENTICE EMPLOYERS2025-2026 Term & Semester Timeline
2025-2026 FCPS Term & Semester TimelineSUPPORT DOCUMENTS FOR aPPRENTICES
SUPPORT DOCUMENTS FOR aPPRENTICES
WBL Student To Do Checklist
Work-Based Learning (WBL) Student ChecklistStudent WBL FAQs
Student WBL FAQ📳YA Phone call Script: Supports the flow of conversations📳
📳YA Phone call Script: Supports the flow of conversations📳
FCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program – Introductory Phone Script
FCPS Youth Apprenticeship Program – Introductory Phone Script
Introduction:
“Good morning/afternoon, this is [Your Name], Work-Based Learning Coordinator with Frederick County Public Schools. May I speak with [Business Owner/Manager's Name]?”
(If not available, ask for the best time to follow up. If they are available, continue.)
“Thank you for taking my call. I’m reaching out to share a unique opportunity to partner with FCPS through our Youth Apprenticeship Program. Is this a good time for a quick conversation?”
If Yes – Continue:
“Great! FCPS offers a Youth Apprenticeship Program that connects qualified high school students with local employers for paid, career-focused work experiences. These apprenticeships help students gain real-world skills, and they give businesses like yours a chance to train and evaluate future talent.”
“The program is very flexible. Students work part-time during the school year, and we help coordinate scheduling and support compliance with state guidelines.”
“We’re currently looking to expand partnerships in industries like [insert relevant industry if known: healthcare, skilled trades, tech, animal care, business, etc.], and your business came to mind as a great fit.”
Key Benefits (Optional to Emphasize):
Students are already enrolled in relevant Career & Tech Ed programs
Employers can shape and train a future workforce
Flexible schedules, minimal paperwork, and support from FCPS
No long-term hiring commitment required
Ask for Interest:
“Would you be open to learning more about how this could work for your business—maybe with a short follow-up meeting or a quick email overview?”
If Yes:
“Perfect. I’ll send you a follow-up email today with more information and some sample roles. What’s the best email to reach you at?”
“Also, I’d be happy to set up a time to meet in person or virtually—whatever works best for you.”
If No or Not Now:
“I completely understand. Would it be okay if I kept you in the loop for future opportunities? I’d love to reconnect when the timing is better.”
Closing:
“Thank you again for your time. We really value our community business partners and hope to work together to support the next generation of Frederick County’s workforce. Have a great day!”
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