Exploratory Work Experience Education

What is Exploratory Work Experience Education

Exploratory Work Experience Education is an elective class that combines volunteering with classroom instruction.  Students volunteer during the week outside of school, and also attend a class session once a week at school.  Students will develop:  positive work habits and attitude, self-confidence, job skills, and a personal portfolio which can be used to locate, secure, and retain employment in the community.

What will I learn in Exploratory Work Experience Education

The course curriculum includes: how to get a job, keep a job, leave a job, economic awareness, and career awareness.  Students will learn about Labor Laws at will effect them throughout their lives.  Students will learn about banking, budgeting, credit and insurance.  Students will learn about the function of different California agencies that can assist them in times of difficulty.  Students will learn about work place safety, sexual harassment, and jobs in the trades.  Students will develop a portfolio, which shows the abilities, knowledge, and skills achieved. 

I heard Exploratory Work Experience Education is a variable credit class. How does that work?

Exploratory Work Experience Education is a variable credit class.  A student can earn up to 5 credits per semester for a total of 10 during their high school tenure.  Students are encouraged to obtain all 5 credits, but can earn less than 5 because of missing classes or not working the required number of hours.

Who may enroll in Exploratory Work Experience?

To qualify to enter the program a student must:

• Complete the EWEE Pre-Enrollment Packet
• Be willing to volunteer 5 hours per week minimum.
• Be 15  years of age and in grade 10-12
• Meet the school’s minimum day enrollment requirements
• Have recommendation of counselor
• Have the approval the Work Experience teacher
• Have parent/guardian approval
• Have an school approved place to volunteer

How do I Enroll in Exploratory Work Experience Education?

To enroll in the Exploratory Work Experience Education program, follow the steps below :

1. Complete the EWEE Pre-Enrollment Package
2. Return the completed package and the work experience teacher will enroll you into the class
3. Look for a place to complete your internship / volunteer service
4. Start attending your weekly scheduled class session

How do I earn a grade in Exploratory Work Experience Education?

 Exploratory Work Experience is a PASS—FAIL class.  Student must complete the EWEE Pre-Enrollment Package, attend classes, volunteer, and receive an evaluation from their volunteer supervisor.  Students must complete 70% of the work to earn a PASS

CLICK HERE for EWEE Pre-Enrollment Page

CLICKHERE for possible places to volunteer in the local area.