Welcome WBL/YAP Parents

WBL Coordinator/Career Specialist

Email: holli.howard@hallco.org

Google Number: 678-769-4579

Twitter: chs_wbl

Instagram: chs_wbl

www.hallcowbl.org

Provide the opportunity for learning and observing useful employability skills under actual working conditions.

You are now a part of an ELITE group within this school!

Criteria: GPA, Attendance, Behavior

Please consider it a privilege to get to participate in the WBL program.

Remember- You are representing yourself, your family, CHS and Hall County Schools in our community.

Please do not jeopardize this opportunity for future students

Agree to professionally represent the school and employer. Display a willingness to learn. It is a privilege to be in this program.

Agree to not take advantage of the independence of WBL. Please understand that you can be removed and placed into an elective if this occurs. You are NOT to be on campus during your WBL Period unless you have permission from Ms. Howard.

Agree to be evaluated by employer/WBL Coordinator monthly. It is very important that your evaluations are signed by your mentor/employer, parent and yourself.

Agree to let Ms. Howard know of any job challenges--you are only allowed to change jobs once a year at the semester change.

Agree to submit to Ms. Howard a monthly portfolio which include the following: attendance sheet or pay stubs indicating total hours and wages earned during that period, as well as portfolio assignments.

Requirement – work or intern one hour for each release period during the day.

1 WBl Period = 5 hrs per wk

2 WBL Periods = 10 hrs per wk

3 WBL Periods = 15 hrs per wk

4 WBL Periods (Approval from Principal) = 20 hrs per wk

Agree to announced and unannounced employer visits.

Agree to attend Mandatory Meetings -you have those dates on the first day of school

Agree to adhere to the school’s attendance policy.

•To understand and help enforce the attendance policy in order to instill in your students a solid work ethic.

•They should also plan to stay in this position at least through the length of the WBL course. It’s important the student seeks a position that matches their interest, abilities, values , and scheduling constraints to minimize conflicts related to working. (ONE JOB CHANGE PERMITTED)

•When a student accepts a paid or non-paid position at a business partner’s place of business, the student is expected to follow all guidelines and protocols . (phone, dress, holidays etc.)

•Transportation to and from work is both your and the students responsibility. Please assist your student to ensure they are able to get both to and from their job.

•Your student must be covered by your personal health insurance or school insurance as well as accident insurance.

•To encourage and model employability skills to your student

No restrictions on how late a student (16 years or older) can work

Work Permit is NOT required for a person 16 years or older

No driving between the hours of 12AM-5AM (effective July 2014) for students 16-18 years old (CLASS D License)

Students are not to attend work if they are absent from school.
*Please plan ahead for appointments, games, vacations, college visits, prom, etc.

Time will need to be made up for any days missed.

Students are to communicate any absences/tardiness to Ms. Howard and your employer/mentor – leave a message, text or email when absent before 8:30 a.m.

Warning for the first time – Second time – detention.

When you check out – record check out time on sign in/out sheet.

50 Points will be deducted from your weekly grade if students fail to adhere to absences agreement.

•Be productive

•Be punctual

•Be responsible

•Be respectful

•Show initiative

•Be enthusiastic

•Ask questions-LEARN

•Go above and beyond

•Begin working/interning on time

•Smile and offer assistance & ask questions

•Always say please and thank you

•Do not use your cell phone while on the work site for any reason.

•In case of an emergency, make sure your parents know the work site phone number, extension and mentor’s name.

If Employers or Mentors calls/emails me when you are absent without permission or call in.

If you are not present at your worksite as scheduled and as you have documented on sign out sheet.

If you leave your work site early with out prior permission from your employer or WBL Coordinator.

These violations will result in being written up and possibly spending a day in ISS - it is considered SKIPPING!

August 7 & 8- Complete Paperwork and Internship Placement

August 17--->1st-4th Period It's For Real Training (Media Center)

August 18--->5th-7th Period It's For Real Training (Media Center)

Oct 13

Nov 10

Jan 3

Feb 9

April 20

•Teamwork and Work Habits

•Appearance and Professional Image

•Attendance and Punctuality

•Attitude and Respect

•Business Communication Skills

•Discipline and Character

•Productivity and Academic Performance

•Responsibility and Organization

•Self- Management and Time Management

•Social Media Ethics: Pros and Cons

•Oral and Written Business Communications

•Employability and Marketable skills

•Empower students to think critically

•Reinforce basic skills in communications and human relations

•Time Management skills

•Reference/Recommendation for college

•Update resume with internship and work experience

•Competitive edge in the job market

•Great networking opportunities

ARE YOU...

• Excelling, career-focused student
• Previously or currently enrolled in a CTAE Course
• Paid or Unpaid internships
• Enrolled for at least 2 periods (either 1-2 or 6-7)

Honors WBL Key Points...

• College Accredited ePortfolio
• GeorgiaBEST Elite Certification
• Collaborative Service Learning Project
• Regular Technology Training and Seminars (some from College Professors)
  

Talk to Ms. Howard TODAY if you are interested!

All WBL Students will report to Media Center (1-5th) and Cafe (6-7th Period) on Monday, August 7th and Tuesday August 8th during your WBL period- Must have documentation packet with parent and student signatures completed before you can leave campus!

On Aug 7th you will receive the following:

•Key Fob & Window Cling

•Yellow WBL Folder

*Website Training with First Day assignment

Failing to sign out or sign in daily – even if you check out – you are required to sign out – 20 points first month then -50 points.

Being absent from school and not notifying WBL Coordinator and your mentor– 50 points and detention

Failing to bring in pay stubs or attendance sheet monthly. – 0 Test Grade

(Students that receive a pay check will need to make a copy of your stub and turn it in with your portfolio every month)

Being at school after being released from class without prior permission from WBL Coordinator– 50 points and possible detention

Failing to turn in Portfolio on time will result in a automatic 70 when turned in late

Portfolio Assignments are online – due dates are posted for the year (see assignment sheet)

*See WBL Syllabus for specific grade calculations

If you have turned in all of your documentation you may sign out and leave campus on Tuesday, August 8th

Your First & Last Name

Business Name

Contact Information for further correspondence

Career Area