JO-EMPLOYMENT OF STUDENTS

Submitted by jhanscom on January 10, 2006 - 12:45pm

File: JO

EMPLOYMENT OF STUDENTS

The MSAD #11 Board believes there is a need for balance between work and school to enhance the development of young people. The MSAD #11 Board directs school staff to work closely with parents, businesses and employers to students toward that end.

The MSAD #11 Board recognizes that Maine statutes restrict the work hours for students enrolled in school who are under age 16, and, to a lesser extent, for students who are 16 and 17. The law authorizes the Superintendent/designee to issue work permits to minors under 16 under certain conditions, including that he/she be enrolled in school, not habitually truant, not under suspension, and currently passing a majority of courses. Permits may be revoked by the Superintendent if these conditions are not maintained.

Legal Reference: 26 MRSA §§ 664, 702, 704, 771, 773-775

Adopted: November 1997

Revised: January 8, 2009