- Colton Joint Unified School District
- Work Experience & Permits
- Class Paid Workers
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Benefits of Taking the Work Experience Class
Hours Minors are Allowed to Work
Ages: 16 – 17: School in Session
4 hours max. per day Monday – Thursday
8 hours max. per day Friday – Sunday
24 total hours per week
5:00 am to 10 pm
Students Enrolled in Work Experience Education8 hours max. per day Monday – Thursday
8 hours max. per day Friday – Sunday
40 total hours per week
(A request may be approved to allow students to work after 10 pm)
Elective Credits
Work Experience Education is a variable credit class. A student can earn up to 10 credits per semester for a total of 40 during their high school tenure. Students are encouraged to obtain all 10 credits a semester. Basically, a student earns a single credit for every 20 hours worked and attending two classes. Four classes must be attended to earn any credits. (See chart: smallest number of classes/hours determine number of credits)