Cooperative Work Training
The cooperative work-training program (CWT) is offered to any student who has reached the age of 16 and is employed. The CWT program consists of two parts:
Job Orientation, which counts as a social studies credit; and
Work experience, which counts as a PE credit.
Enrollment in both components is required. Both student and parent must sign a consent form agreeing to follow the rules of CWT, and employment must be maintained in order to succeed in the program. CWT also offers support classes in English, math, and social studies to students who may be having difficulties balancing schoolwork and employment.
CWT English - 01650
Grades: 10, 11, 12 Length: 2 Semesters Credits: 1
Description: CWT English focuses on the use of expressive and receptive communication skills that are necessary for students to cope in today’s world of work. Many opportunities for the practical application of language skills are given, especially as they pertain to school, on‐ the‐job training and goals for after graduation. Referral is required.
CWT Math - 04080
Grades: 10, 11, 12 Length: 2 Semesters Credits: 1
Description: CWT Math is a two-semester course of which students learn to use mathematics effectively as a tool in their personal and business lives. After students have completed this course, they will be able to apply mathematical concepts in various personal and business situations. This course may be used to meet the mathematics requirement for graduation. Students will review and apply mathematical operations with whole numbers, decimals, fractions, ratios, and percents. They will understand terminology relating to personal and business mathematics applications and apply basic math skills to the situation of both personal and business applications. They will use common mathematical formulas to solve a variety of personal and business mathematics as well as apply knowledge of computer and calculator use. Referral is required.
CWT Social Studies - 05370
Grades: 10, 11, 12 Length: 2 Semesters Credits: 1
**This course fulfills graduation requirements for US History A, US History B, American Government.
Description: CWT Social Studies focuses on American History and the U.S. Constitution. The first semester parallels U.S. History A and the second semester includes U.S. History B and U.S. Government curriculum. The federal and state constitution tests, required for graduation are given during this semester. Referral is required.
CWT Job Orientation – 07410 & 07420
Grades: 10, 11, 12 Length: 2 Semesters Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Must be 16 years old and employed
**This course fulfills graduation requirements for a social studies elective.
Description: In Job Orientation, students learn basic job search skills, attitudes, and habits necessary for working citizens. Applications, proper work attitudes, and habits are covered every year. Other topics may include career research, personal goal setting, understanding paychecks, safety on the job, basic economics systems, labor laws, unions, taxes, insurance, current events, and other topics relating to the world of work. Referral is required.
Work Experience – 07430 & 07440
Grades: 10, 11, 12 Length: 2 Semesters Credits: 1
Prerequisite: Must be 16 years old and employed
Description: The Work experience component of CWT requires students to obtain and maintain a job in the private sector for the entire semester. This work experience will be documented and evaluated by the instructor who will make contact with the employer and will make on‐site visits. Referral is required.