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Work Permits
You need a JOB and a Work Permit to start working, but you will need to get an application filled out first. Applications for work permits (Green Form B1-1) are available from the Work Experience Coordinator at each school site during the School Year. All current Work Permits (Blue Form B1-4) expire one week after the following school year begins.
To obtain a Work Permit, you need to do the following…
- Secure employment (get a JOB).
- Fill out application (available in the main office). Work Permit Application
- Meet the requirements for obtaining a Work Permit.
Requirements for obtaining a Work Permit…
- Have and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or above (NO F’s).
- Good attendance in all classes.
- No behavioral or disciplinary issues.
We offer an elective class (Work Experience) to 11th & 12th graders.
- Fill out a Training Agreement (available in the main office).
- Bring in your most recent pay stub to verify your hours.
- Open Enrollment during the first month of each semester.
Schedule for California Minimum Wage Rate 2019-2023
Minimum Wage for Employers with 25 employees or less
Minimum Wage for Employers with 26 employees or more
January 1, 2022
$14.00/hour
$15.00/hour
January 1, 2023
$15.00/hour
Want to earn credits while working? Apply For Work Experience!
Work Experience:
- Open Enrollment for Work Experience happens during the first month of each new semester.
- Eligible students must already have a legal job.
- Students must maintain employment for the entire semester, even if you turn 18.
- Fill out a Work Experience Packet - Please see Mr. Calder's to obtain a packet.
- Request Form B1-1, Training Agreement, WEE Contract, and Work Past 10 PM form.
- Work Experience goes on your schedule as a 9th period elective (10 credits per Semester).
- Work longer hours on school days (up to 8 hours any day of the week).
- Check in weekly, and complete weekly assignments.
- Turn in your pay stub every time you get paid.
- You need to work at least 180 hours during the semester to receive 10 credits.
Mr. Trevor Calder
Work Experience Coordinator
Edward C. Merlo High School
Main Office
Phone: 209-933-7190 Ext. 4719
@ Merlo Wednesday