Classrooms are equipped with modern technology, each student is given a laptop, and use of computers is an integral part of all aspects of the students’ education.
The Holy Family Academy work study program is new to Pittsburgh, but is inspired by established programs in many other US cities, such as Boston, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Memphis, Philadelphia, New York, and Los Angeles.
Students work one day each week at some of Pittsburgh’s premier employers completing tasks and projects typical of entry level positions.
The professional setting provides the students with experiences that reinforce the future-ready skills introduced in the classroom, including communication, delivering quality work, collaboration, and decision making.
Students earn four credits towards graduation while exploring career options and building self-esteem, self-confidence, and optimism.
Sponsoring companies, in turn, are developing Pittsburgh’s skilled workforce while creating a diverse pool of future applicants for themselves.
Families also benefit from the tuition underwriting provided by the work study program because Holy Family Academy assesses tuition based on a family’s ability to pay.
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