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Work Study
 "The Work Study program has provided the Foundation with very capable and highly motivated students."
- Don Bard,
President, Lazarus Foundation
Work Study is a structured, supervised work experience in a business or other community organization. Participating students receive special education services and demonstrate independent work skills. A teacher works closely with the student and the employer to ensure satisfactory job performance.
Work Study experiences are invaluable in helping students:
- Develop skills, habits, and attitudes needed for success on the job
- Identify work interests and realistic career goals
- Build self confidence
Eligibility
- Students age 16 and older with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
 Employer's Role
- Provide a paid or training (unpaid) job appropriate to student's abilities and vocational interests
- Complete monthly evaluation forms
- Collaborate with Work Study teacher
- Additional roles and responsibilities
Benefits to Employer
- Personal satisfaction gained through helping student enter productive workforce
- Teacher monitors job performance weekly at job site
- Job may be training (unpaid)
- Many students continue employment with firm after graduation
Logistics
- Ten or more hours per week at job site throughout school year
- School system provides transportation
For More Information
Dawson Robertson
Work Study Program Office
410-313-5640
dawson_robertson@hcpss.org
"The Work Study program has allowed my son to explore work experience in an area of interest to him. He has gained increased confidence in his abilities as a result of this positive work experience."
- Theresa Thaler,
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