T
he working students of Pollard
meet every Thursday for Work Experience.
The Work Experience Program
helps students who work a minimum of 10 hours a week. These
students are eligible to earn elective credits while in high school.
The opportunity is open to all students regardless of what program
they are in at LPHS. Students have
to attend class once per week during homeroom, turn in assignment
sheets, 6 time sheets equals 5 credits 12 time sheets equal 10 credits.
They must turn in all mandatory
paperwork and complete assigned
work. Students must learn how to
balance school work and work.
“They are perpetually tired” says
Mrs. Davis. Reaction: Some things
students have learned were how to
tie a tie, preparing for a successful
interview, resume writing, and much more. These kind of skills help them
prepare for future jobs and help keep the ones they have now. The students all like the program because it helps them all. The Work Experience
Program has a positive impact on everyone who joins the program.
“I love the program” says Nicholas Walsh a senior in the regular program.
Mrs. Davis and the students discuss ways to deal with difficult schedules,
how to deal with stress, setting goals and share out with one another in
class. Also they discuss time management and the importance of sleep.
This program is preparing the students to be ready when they go for
other important jobs. It teaches them
how to be safe and responsible while
working. It also makes sure they are
getting treated equally and not
getting taking advantage of at their
jobs.
“I like it, it’s very interesting I’ve
learned a lot and it gives kids like me
a chance to graduate and learn responsibility”- Danny Baker senior in
regular program.
- Alyssa Andalon
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