SKILLS ARE BUILT NOT BORN
What is The School That Works?
The School That Works is a workforce program that works with both high school students and graduates to pursue meaningful careers through a blending of character formation, development of life skills/employability skills, work experiences, and opportunities.
ADVANTAGES OF THE SCHOOL THAT WORKS:
The School That Works is a collaboration between GU2L, Local 370, Local 948, GISD, MI Works, Mott CC, as well as over 25 area business partners.
Focus is on the Individual: There are multiple pathways to success. Young people should be supported in following the trajectory that is well-suited to their unique characteristics, motivations, interests, circumstances, and needs.
The Development of Soft Skills and Workforce Readiness Skills: These cognitive, social, and emotional competencies need to be developed before entering the workforce.
A Feeling of Connection: The presence of caring, committed adults to provide moral and emotional support.
Guaranteed jobs: For all students who complete our skills program and participate for at least 12 hours a week in education activities leading to a high school diploma, and avoid adverse risk-taking behaviors.
Belief Statement
All youth have a right to opportunities and decent work experiences in which they can experience meaningful and dignified employment.
Provides a safe, comfortable environment where students are respected and listened to.
Collaborates with other professionals to enhance the learning experience.
Upholds high expectations and standards for each student.
Promotes civic responsibility as well as leadership development.
Encourages entrepreneurial ideas and research.
Maintains procedures and consequences, not rules and punishments.