Programs that provide opportunities for people to investigate their occupational interests through simulated job experiences such as role playing; career mentoring, i.e., pairing professionals and people interested in that occupation; and job shadowing, a work-based learning experience that allows a visitor to follow a host during a typical day (or other period of time) observing and asking questions about a particular career. Also included are police explorer programs, fire cadet explorer programs, and other similar groups which provide opportunities for youth who may be interested in pursuing a career in these fields as adults to gain experience in the area.
Age 18 or older, US citizen or permanent resident, resident of area served, able and willing to work full time, household income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guideline, not previously enrolled in Bridges.
Students in grades 7 through 12.
Must have at least two of the following risk factors:
Low socioeconomic status (SES).
Low school attendance.
Overage for grade.
Failing 2 or 3 core subjects.
ELA/Math level below 3.
Suspensions.
Must attend one of the designated Hillside Work Scholarship Schools, including:
Early College International High School.
East High School – Upper.
Edison Career & Technology.
Enrico Fermi School #17.
Franklin High School.
Gates-Chili High School.
Gates-Chili Middle School.
Greece Athena High School.
James Monroe High School.
Joseph C. Wilson High School Commencement Academy.
Northeast College Preparatory High School.
Phoenix Academy.
Rochester International Academy.
School of the Arts.
School Without Walls (480 Broadway Avenue, 14607).
World of Inquiry #58.