“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.”
Don Williams, Jr.
Hello ~ My name is Jen Fox and I am currently a Work Experience Coordinator for Apollo High School.
I have been teaching for 15 years; starting at the correctional facility in Sauk Centre then moving to Sauk Centre High School when the facility closed. I started an 18-21 Transition program for Meeker and Wright Special Education Cooperative and now am working at Apollo High School. I am passionate about teaching real life skills and getting students ready for the world of work because that is where we want them to eventually transition.
I have three boys, 14, 12, and 6. They are awesome and I am very active in their activities.
I enjoy music(both singing and playing), volleyball, softball, and being with family and friends.
Life is a journey and you never know exactly what is on the path or where it will take you. I encourage my own children and the students I work with to envelope the paths and the journey. It will be what you make of it.
I have been teaching for 15 years; starting at the correctional facility in Sauk Centre then moving to Sauk Centre High School when the facility closed. I started an 18-21 Transition program for Meeker and Wright Special Education Cooperative and now am working at Apollo High School. I am passionate about teaching real life skills and getting students ready for the world of work because that is where we want them to eventually transition.
I have three boys, 14, 12, and 6. They are awesome and I am very active in their activities.
I enjoy music(both singing and playing), volleyball, softball, and being with family and friends.
Life is a journey and you never know exactly what is on the path or where it will take you. I encourage my own children and the students I work with to envelope the paths and the journey. It will be what you make of it.
Work Experience-Apollo High School
2010-2011 Course Overview / Syllabus
Instructor: Jen Fox (320)253-1600 ext. 2924 jennifer.fox@isd742.org
Course Description: Students enrolled in Work Experience or Work in School must attend the Work Basic class each trimester. The course will teach information that is pertinent for work readiness. Units will include, but are not limited to: work-based learning, skills for success, career planning & research, the job hunt, job satisfaction, and managing your income. Class time may also be spent viewing relevant videos, listening to guest speakers, participating in class discussions and working in the computer lab.
Course Objectives: Topics covered in class.
*Workplace Safety *Self-Advocacy
*Labor Laws *Goal Setting
*All Aspects of Industry-job acquisition/retention *Finance
*SCANS Skills *Problem Solving
*Career / Training Choices *Organization
Grading & Requirements:
Grades for this course: A = 100 – 90%
20% Assessments B = 80 – 89%
20% Assignments C = 70 – 79%
35% Time Sheets/paystubs D = 60 – 69%
25% Participation/attendance F = 59% or less
Credits:
You must put in hours at school or at an employment site in order to earn credit for Work Basic class. 35% of your grade will depend on your time sheets/paystubs and attendance at work.
Students in Work Basic class but do not have an outside job must work at least 3 hours per week in order to complete this expectation. The jobs will change according to availability but will consist of custodial work, IGGYS, or preparation of a new space.
Students with jobs off campus must work an average of 10 hours per week. New job sites must be approved BEFORE the student begins the job. Employer will grade students based upon work performance evaluations and 4 site visits per year. Change of job status must be communicated to Coordinator immediately.
Classroom Rules & Suggestions for Success:
2010-2011 Course Overview / Syllabus
Instructor: Jen Fox (320)253-1600 ext. 2924 jennifer.fox@isd742.org
Course Description: Students enrolled in Work Experience or Work in School must attend the Work Basic class each trimester. The course will teach information that is pertinent for work readiness. Units will include, but are not limited to: work-based learning, skills for success, career planning & research, the job hunt, job satisfaction, and managing your income. Class time may also be spent viewing relevant videos, listening to guest speakers, participating in class discussions and working in the computer lab.
Course Objectives: Topics covered in class.
*Workplace Safety *Self-Advocacy
*Labor Laws *Goal Setting
*All Aspects of Industry-job acquisition/retention *Finance
*SCANS Skills *Problem Solving
*Career / Training Choices *Organization
Grading & Requirements:
- Attendance - students are expected to attend class daily, complete assignments and maintain a “B” average in order to earn I.S. or be released for work.
- Employability Agreement - employee, employer, parent/guardian and WE Coordinator must complete and sign prior to students being released early or to receive credit for a job.
- Earning Statement/Time Card - students must submit time sheets/paystub. Failure to complete this requirement will result in loss of credit and denial of employment for credit or during school time.
- Academic Integrity - Cheating will not be tolerated! Students will be expected to do their own share of the work while being honest.
Grades for this course: A = 100 – 90%
20% Assessments B = 80 – 89%
20% Assignments C = 70 – 79%
35% Time Sheets/paystubs D = 60 – 69%
25% Participation/attendance F = 59% or less
Credits:
You must put in hours at school or at an employment site in order to earn credit for Work Basic class. 35% of your grade will depend on your time sheets/paystubs and attendance at work.
Students in Work Basic class but do not have an outside job must work at least 3 hours per week in order to complete this expectation. The jobs will change according to availability but will consist of custodial work, IGGYS, or preparation of a new space.
Students with jobs off campus must work an average of 10 hours per week. New job sites must be approved BEFORE the student begins the job. Employer will grade students based upon work performance evaluations and 4 site visits per year. Change of job status must be communicated to Coordinator immediately.
Classroom Rules & Suggestions for Success:
- Be respectful of others and property
- Be prepared and on time to class daily
- No electronic devices seen or heard unless specified by instructor
- Participate in class discussions/activities
- Take employment seriously; this will prepare you for life beyond high school
- Maturity & communication between peers, staff and employer is productive and beneficial
