Work-Based Learning - Expectations

Work-Based Learning (WBL) Student Guide

WBL Students Should:

Be on track for graduation;
Be courteous and considerate of the employer, co-workers, and others;
Be punctual and dependable;
Maintain regular attendance, both in school and at the WBL placement;
Notify the employer and the WBL Coordinator as soon as possible if you are not able to attend work;
Complete all forms and documents required in the WBL program;
Keep records of work experiences and wages earned (if applicable) as required by JCPS and submit them on or before specified deadlines;
Conform to the policies, procedures and regulations of the employer and JCPS;
Maintain a satisfactory performance level during the WBL placement; and
Consult the WBL Employer and WBL Coordinator about any difficulties at the WBL placement.

WBL Student Benefits:

Exposure to the world of work.
Connect classroom learning to the real world.
Practice skills in real-world scenarios.
Explore to industry sectors and careers within these sectors.
Gain experience that reinforces/contributes to career path plan.
Earn school credits while also gaining valuable work experience.
Discover strengths and talents.
Develop essential employability skills.
Network with potential employers.
Work with equipment and technology that may not be available at school.
Earn while you learn.
Become Postsecondary Ready (PSR) after completing at least 300 hours of verified work.

WBL Students Acknowledge:

Enrollment in a Jefferson County Public Schools Work-Based Learning (WBL) program is limited and that submitting an application for enrollment does not mean that I will automatically be accepted;
My grades, discipline record, and attendance record may be checked by the WBL Coordinator and other JCPS officials prior to acceptance into the program;
All Eligibility and Enrollment forms must be completed and submitted prior to final acceptance into the program;
I must respond to all inquiries from school officials regarding my application in a timely manner;
I must secure a placement prior to enrollment in a Work-Based Learning program;
If I drive to/from the placement and lose my driver’s license and/or auto coverage, other transportation and/or renewal of coverage will be required to continue participation in the program and will be my and/or my guardian(s) responsibility;
If, after the semester begins and I am removed from or leave my placement, I will be required to request a schedule change and will be enrolled in regular classes with a regular class schedule (grace periods may vary but will not exceed 2 weeks);
All relevant parties (including but not limited to myself, my employer, school officials, and my guardians) must comply with district, state, and federal requirements before, during, and after the Work-Based Learning placement and failure to do so may result in a rejected application or removal from a placement;
If accepted, I must complete all required training (from employer and/or JCPS);
If accepted, I must complete and submit all required forms and documents for the duration of the placement;
If accepted into an unpaid work program, I must submit a monthly work log for review and verification, and failure to do so may result in my removal from the Work-Based Learning program;
If accepted into a paid work program, I must submit regular pay stubs for review and verification, and failure to do so may result in my removal from the Work-Based Learning program; and
If accepted, I must complete any other activities as determined by school staff to meet course standards.

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Visit the WBL Programs page to learn more about specific WBL requirements based on the type of WBL experience.

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