For Students: School-To-Apprenticeship
January 15, 2008
Build your future on a SOLID foundation.
What is School-To-Apprenticeship?
School-To-Apprenticeship (STA) is a program for Juniors in participating schools who are interested in a rewarding career in the construction trades. It includes rigorous academic and technical preparation during high school. Those who meet established standards may be selected for a paid supervised work experience, typically during the summer between Junior and Senior years.
During Senior year, activities may include visiting apprenticeship facilities, mentoring Juniors in the program, cooperative education and/or assisting with the annual Construction Career Expos. Upon graduation, students are encouraged to apply for a federally recognized construction apprenticeship program. While participating in the STA program does not guarantee that graduates will be accepted into an apprenticeship, students should be well prepared to compete for available openings.
Building Your Future...Is All Up To You.
For the student
You will have the unique opportunity to:
- Prepare for potential entry into a federally insured, registered Apprenticeship Program.
- Lead to a rewarding career in the construction trades.
- Take advantage of enhancing your qualifications and chance for acceptance.
- Obtain valuable, paid work experience in your chosen field.
- Build a foundation for a long-term relationship with a local employer.
REQUIREMENTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Students are required to successfully complete a qualifying Career and Technical Education course during the 11th grade, with a minimum grade of "B" for STA program entry. Students must have also earned an overall grade point average of "C" or better.
- Maintain 95% attendance during the 11th grade.
- Have parental/guardian support.
- Demonstrate good citizenship, workplace ethics and behaviors.
- Demonstrate willingness to follow regulations and to be self-disciplined.
- Display dedication and commitment to fulfill all academic and vocational requirements while enrolled in the STA program.
- Receive positive teacher references and support.
- Have reliable transportation to and from work; maintain a valid drivers license and be insurable.
- Students under 18 years of age are prohibited from any job-related driving.
- Be interviewed and accepted by an employer approved in the STA program.
- Obtain a physical exam - including drug testing - and be physically able to perform the duties associated with the trade.
- Successfully complete the OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety Course and Red Cross First Aid during assigned times.
- Maintain a weekly log and obtain signature from employer during the work phase.
Parents & Guardians
- Provide the commitment to ensure your student's successful participation.
- Understand the policies that have been established for participation in the STA and actively monitor your student's progress.
- Ensure that your student has a reliable means of transportation during the work phase of the program.
- Sign and become an active participant in a written contract between student, employer, instructor, parent/guardian and STA coordinator.
Requirements for Seniors to continue in the STA Program
- Continue to maintain 95% attendance during the 12th grade.
- Maintain a minimum "C" overall GPA and a "B" in the related Career and Technical class(es).
Employers
- Take an active role in the job-related aspect of the student's education.
- Offer the student an opportunity to learn a wide range of skills related to the student's construction-related career goal.
- Monitor and report the student's job performance.
- Sign and become an active participant in a written contract and training plan between student, employer, instructor, parent/guardian and STA coordinator.
- Provide drug testing.
- Provide paid work-based learning experiences.
- Follow appropriate Federal Child Labor Laws and company insurance requirements.
Building Your Future...On A Solid Foundation.
For the employer
You will have the opportunity to:
- Assist young people who have the potential to become valuable future employees.
- Work with young people who have met rigorous standards and are preparing to enter a career in construction.
- Help provide the industry with future trades people.
- Support education to meet the realistic needs of students and the economy.
The School-To-Apprenticeship Program is not for every student or every organization. For students, the guidelines and expectations are rigorous. The rewards come from preparing for a trade with a bright, exciting future.
For employers, it takes a company dedicated to sharing its time and knowledge with a young adult to make the program successful.
The School-To-Apprenticeship Program is a partnership between the following Program Sponsors:
- Boilermakers, Iron Ship Builders and Blacksmiths Local #1
- Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 74
- Caprenters Local #174
- International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #176
- Iron Workers Local #444
- Operating Engineers Local #150
- Plumbing & Pipefitters Local #422
- Sheet Metal Workers Local #265
- Construction Helpers - All Trades
Three Rivers Construction Alliance
233 Springfield Avenue
Joliet, IL 60435
815-741-3747
www.threerca.com
JJC Tech Prep
214 N. Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60432
815-280-1361
www.jjctechprep.org
Kankakee Area Regional Vocational Education System
KARVES
4083 N. 1000 W. Rd.
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
815-939-4971
www.kacc.k12.il.us
Three Rivers Education to Employment System
TREES
214 N. Ottawa Street
Joliet, IL 60432
815-727-2714
www.trees.k12.il.us
School-To-Apprenticeship Program Participating Schools
Grundy Area Vocational Center
1002 Union Street
Morris, IL 60450
815-942-4390
Kankakee Area Career Center
4083 N. 1000 W. Road
Bourbonnias, IL 60914
815-939-4971
Joliet Township High School District 204
201 East Jefferson Street
Joliet, IL 60432
815-727-6800
Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210
1801 East Lincoln Highway
New Lenox, IL 60451
815-465-2111
Lockport Township High School
1323 East 7th Street
Lockport, IL 60441
815-588-8100
Wilco Area Career Center
500 Wilco Blvd.
Romeoville, IL 60446
815-838-6941
