WORK Institute (Where Opportunities Require Knowledge)
Basic Profile
Opened In 2007
Grades 9-10
Geography Urban
Type District - Instrumentality Charter
Autonomies
Program Determine learning program
Set school-level policy
Determine professional development
Determine authorizer assessments
Determine state assessments
Personnel Select colleagues
Evaluate colleagues
Transfer or terminate colleagues
Determine tenure policy
Select leaders
Administrative Determine school budget
Set staff pattern
Determine compensation
Determine teacher workday
Set schedule
Teacher Authority Is...
De Jure and De Facto
De jure teachers’ authority is granted via charter contract with district and waivers from union. De facto teachers select their colleagues, although the district retains the right to fill unfilled positions.
About the Learning Program
WORK Institute works to prepare students for career and/or college bound success by combining academics with career curriculum. Students engage in project-based and community service activities within one of three career paths to prepare for senior year employability.
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