Mission Statement
The mission of the School to Work Program is to promote an increased level of partnership between business and education. School to Work provides business with opportunities to develop a highly skilled workforce from within the area high school population.

An Evolving Partnership
School to Work is a partnership between the Fond du Lac Area Association of Commerce and the school districts of Campbellsport, Fond du Lac, Lomira, North Fond du Lac, Oakfield and Rosendale-Brandon.

In a Nutshell
Students involved in the School to Work Program spend a portion of the day in school and a portion of the day on the work site. This unique schedule allows students to apply what they have learned in school to the jobs they are performing on the work site.

School to Work Co-op Descriptions
Animal Science
Agri-Science
Business
Construction

Current particpating businesses:
Agnesian HealthCare
Aurora Health Center
Bank of Oakfield
Basic American Metal Products
Braatz Farms
Chelstars Bed & Biscuit
Companion Animal Care
Dave Schmitz Farm
Diamond Edge Holsteins
F.Ziegler Enterprises
FDL Humane Society
Fox Valley Savings Bank
Grande Cheese Co.
Guell Farms
Holiday Automotive
Holiday Inn
Immel Farm
Koffman Farm
Krief Farm
Hometown Bank
J & K Summerfield Aligning
J & M Towing & Service
J.M. Schmidt Farms
Kondex Corp.
Kritter Kastle
Manowske Welding
Marine Credit Union
Matthew's Tire & Auto Center
Mid-States Aluminum
National Exchange Bank & Trust
Nick Wiedmeyer Farm
North Fond du Lac School District
Pampered Paws
Oakfield Elevator
Ramada Plaza Hotel
Sadoff Iron & Metal
Schumacher Farms
Service Motors Ford
Serwe Excavating
Stan's Auto Center
State Farm Insurance
Stuart's Landscaping
Vixmer Manufacturing

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.

Co-op Descriptions

Agri-Science
Students explore plant and soil sciences through the study of agronomy, soil sampling, greenhouse work and landscaping.

Animal-Science
Students gain an understanding of small animal care and develop skills and knowledge in pet grooming, nutrition, housing, health, diseases, reproduction and animal restraint. Communication skills are stressed and careers in the field are explored.

Business
The course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation of what business is, how it operates and how it is managed. Learners gain knowledge in planning, leading, organizing and coordinating business operations. The content of the course includes computer applications, general office skills, personal as well as professional skills, use of various technologies and accounting practices and procedures.

Construction
The program is designed to guide students in the development of skills within the construction trades industry. Students learn about safety procedures, plan specifications, building codes and all facets of the construction process by building a home in the Village of North Fond du Lac.

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