The Cooperative Education Program provides an opportunity for eligible students to participate in paid employment during their career/technical areas with a related area employer. They receive fair and competitive wages and valuable work experience. The employers are expected to grade students based on criteria provided by the school. These employers become partners in the educational process by offering expanded learning opportunities in the workplace. Eligibility for Seniors (Abridged) Co-op eligibility, at the beginning of the senior year, depends on the following junior year criteria: • A final grade of C- or better in each academic subject. • A final grade of B- or better in junior year CTE program. • MCAS competency determination based on scores in all required areas. • Obtained OSHA 10-hour safety card. • Meet school’s term or yearly attendance requirements. • Instructor recommendation. *Students who are not eligible for cooperative placement at the beginning of grade 12 may become eligible based on their report card at the end of any term during the senior year.