Work-Based Learning

Work-Based Learning is a continuum of school-coordinated workplace experiences that are related to students’ career goals and/or interests. They are performed in partnership with local businesses, industries, or other organizations in the community. WBL enables students to apply classroom instruction in a real-world business or service-oriented work environment.

Work-based learning comprises a wide range of activities that are conducted as an extended learning experience, including:

• Guest Speakers
• Work Place Tours
• Internships
• Job Shadows
• Mentorships
• Externships
• Clinicals
• School Based Enterprise
• Service Learning
• Apprenticeships

Step 1: Work-Based Learning Application

Complete this application to show Mr. Smith that you are interested in work-based learning. Upon submission of this application he will contact you to set up a meeting. 

Note: You will need to be logged in to your JCS account to access the application.

Step 2: Personalized Learning Plan

To be completed after your meeting with Mr. Smith.