Contact
Jim Cleveland
Director of Educational Programs
(920) 921-9500
jimc@fdlac.com
Info for Students
Believe It or Not
It's not your ordinary high school education. Instead of fighting for a parking space and rushing to your locker, you could be punching a time clock and learning skills for future employment.
The Bottom Line
As part of the School to Work Program, you could find yourself working in a manufacturing facility or professional business office. Youth Apprenticeships and Co-ops are rigorous and competitive. It's not just a way to escape school for half a day!
These programs are designed to provide high school students with skills that are required to succeed in the workplace. This is why employers throughout Fond du Lac County have hired students and invested hundreds of hours training them. Workforce preparedness affects the future of the business community.
You Gotta Be Committed!
- You must have completed your sophomore year and be on track for graduation.
- You must have a good attendance record.
- You must complete an interview and be hired by the business.
- You must pass a drug screening test.
Student Q & A:
Q. Will I earn credits toward graduation?
A. Students participating in an apprenticeship or co-op earn the same number of credits as if they were in school for the full day.
Q. How will I get to the work site?
A. Students are responsible for their own transportation.
Q. Can I participate in extra-curricular activities?
A. Yes, the School to Work Office and your job mentor will adjust your work schedule to accommodate practices, games, etc.
Q. How often do I get paid?
A. Pay schedules are determined by the business.
Q. What if I need a day off?
A. You must let the mentor know the date ahead of time and he/she will decide if you may have the time off.
Q. Do I work during the summer months?
A. Summer work is encouraged for students who participate in the School to Work Program
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