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How to Create Powerful Work-Based Learning Programs for Multiple Career Academies and Pathways
Diana LaMar, Ed.D. Education ConsultantDL & Associates
Rose GonzalezTeacher on AssignmentFontana Unified School District
What is Work-Based Learning and Why is it Important?
Successful Academies Require Work-Based Learning
Career Exploration Software
What are Those Skills? Hard work ethic Showing up to work on time Collaboration and team work Effective communication Dressing appropriately for
the job Following directions
We Know Why, but How?
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
DISTRICT NEEDS
BOARD POLICIES
EMPLOYERS
Who are they?
Where are the gaps?
What are the district and Board policies?
In your region, who are they?
DETERMINE:
Determine Your Key Stakeholders
School Board and District Cabinet Business and Community Partners District-level WBL Director District Risk Manager Secondary School Administrators Work-Based Learning (WBL) Teachers Academy Coordinators Teachers, Students, Counselor, and Parents
VISION
DISTRICT
COM
MUNITY
Determine Your Needs School Board
policies
District policies
WBL positions
Affiliation agreements
Internship training plans
How do you educate stakeholders about WBL??
Follow Board / District Policies: Business partner approval
Content of affiliation agreement
Certificate of liability protocol
Business partner monitoring
Fingerprinting business partners
Student transportationCreate a system and develop
timelines.
WHO are the Employers in Your Region?
What are the largest employers?
Hotels Health Care Education/Government Agriculture
What are the small businesses? Retail Restaurants Entertainment
WBL ETIQUETTE How do you “define” a
region or area?
How do you track your business partners?
How do you share partners with neighboring districts?
Are you going to have a Regional WBL system?
What Does YOUR Work-Based Learning Plan Look Like?
Career Awareness
Career Exploration
Career Preparation
Utilize Existing Resources
Your WBL Plan
ConnectEd California
Linked Learning Alliance
Other School Districts
California Department of Education
NAF
Career Academy Support Network
Career Awareness
Career Exploration
Career Preparation
Create a WBL Continuum Specific to Your District
Define each type of WBL activity.
Decide what is developmentally appropriate for each grade level.
Grades 7, 8, & 9
Grades 9 & 10
Grades 11 & 12
Career Awareness (grades 7, 8, 9)
Career exploration software Career fairs Guest speakers / volunteers Informational videos Work-place tours – in-person and virtual
Career Awareness
Career Exploration
Career Preparation
Career Exploration (grades 9 & 10)
Continue career exploration software Workplace tours Professional interview day Job shadows Mentor programs or virtual exchange
programs Student-based organizations (HOSA, Skills
USA, FHA-HERO, FLBA, etc.)
Career Awareness
Career Exploration
Career Preparation
Career Preparation (grades 11 & 12) Continue career exploration software Mock Interviews Community/Volunteer Service Internships – paid or unpaid Senior Presentations Post-Secondary Opportunities
Career Awareness
Career Exploration
Career Preparation
How Will You Implement Your WBL Program?
Find Your Business Partners! Start with your CTE teachers’ contacts Use your networking skills Join local business associations Attend Chamber of Commerce meetings Conduct internet searches Read the local magazines and newspapers Access social media Ask your existing industry partners to
recruit their colleagues Recruit from the advisory boards of your
post secondary partners
Develop Marketing Materials
linkedlearningpsusd.com
Create Brochures & Handouts
Create Opportunities for Involvement
Advisory Boards are Powerful
Business Partners can be:
• Mentors for student-based organizations
• Audience members for student presentations
• Judges for industry-themed events
• Guest speakers• Hosts for field trips
Business Partners are ESSENTIAL
But what do they expect when students show up for Work-Based Learning experiences?
Create a Checklist for WBL Activities
Tailor to your school district
Organization is key: paperwork and communication
Ensure the students are prepared
Create a Plan for Student Internships Begin with desired student outcomes. CTE teachers and business partners
are your experts! Student and parent input is
important. Be mindful of child labor laws.
Evaluate Your Plan for Rigor & Relevance
Treat WBL the same as an academic class.
How will learning be assessed? How many hours are required? How many site visitations by the teacher are
required? Get honest feedback from employers.
WBL is for ALL Students
Ensure equity and access. Determine prerequisite skills
required for different types of WBL activities.
Allow opportunities for all levels of maturity and skill.
Develop a 4-year plan.
Keep Positive Relationships
Written thank you notes and/or certificates from students
Recognition by School Board Radio, television, social media Company logo on academy
website Invitations to academy events Follow-up after advisory
meetings
Student Recognitions are MEANINGFUL
Advertise On Your Website and In Brochures
What are Some Challenges You May Face When Developing a WBL Program? Finding enough local business partners in particular
industries Paperwork/requests/authorizations Coordinating schedules & substitutes Marketing and outreach Funding Keeping organized Transportation Finding chaperones
Remember the Importance of Ongoing Communication Regularly inform school personnel
about events Collaborate at weekly academy meetings Conduct monthly WBL teacher meetings Consult with your community partners Network with educators from other school
districts Keep the students visible within the
community and at School Board meetings
Hard Work Pays Off…
Keep track of your data and share successes with all stakeholders.
WBL is Constantly Evolving.
Diana LaMar, Ed.D.DL & Associates760-518-8573dianalamar123@yahoo.com
Rose GonzalezTeacher on AssignmentFontana Unified School DistrictGonzRo@fusd.net
Thank you for your attendance.
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