I want to chart a unique learning path for my goals through work-based learning, research, and other personalized opportunities.

What can an Extended Learning Opportunity (ELO) do for you?

Extended Learning Opportunities

ELOs are designed and driven by a learner’s authentic interest, allowing them to pursue their interests and career aspirations in a variety of non-traditional ways. Extended Learning Opportunities are

• Highly flexible and individualized to the learner’s needs and goals 

• Developed in partnership with school and community members to meet specific competencies

• Agreed upon goals and competencies are rigorous and frame the ELO experience with 

• A minimum of 60 hours of engagement

• A project and presentation will be the culmination of the ELO experience

• Credit can be awarded if the learner has fulfilled all requirements of the ELO

To learn more about ELOs and being the process of creating an ELO, visit the PHS Extended Learning Opportunities website.

Students can also pursue their interests and career aspirations through other opportunities:

Job Shadow

• Learners observe experienced professionals at a worksite or approved location (including virtual) for a limited and agreed-upon period.  At the end of this experience, learners should witness a typical day for a professional in their desired career field. 

Internship

• Learners perform authentic job tasks at a worksite or approved location (including virtual) under the guidance of a qualified supervisor. Internship opportunities are defined by the following: 

• Academic credit and/or compensation at the discretion of the school and community partner

• A minimum of 120 hours of engagement

• Performance evaluated by the work manager in addition to the educator (Kauffman Foundation, 2023).