FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1.      How much does it cost to attend the Options Academy – Business?

a.       There is a $20 Career-Technical School Organization fee.  All students are a member of DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America which is our CTSO.

2.      How is Wendy’s affiliated with this career technical program?

a.       Wendy’s International has partnered with Butler Tech to offer hands-on career technical program for high school students.  In this program you will learn management skills in a school setting and work in an actual Wendy’s store two full days every week.  This on the job training will prepare students for a fast track career in management.

3.      What Wendy’s restaurant location will I work?

a.       You will have a choice of Wendy’s restaurant n which to work, based on store employment availability and proximity to the students’ home.  On Tuesday and Thursday, the student will provide his or her own transportation the Wendy’s store where they work.

4.      Will I get paid for my work at Wendy’s?

a.       Yes.  Students enrolled in Options Academy – Business will spend Tuesday and Thursday at a Wendy’s restaurant location.  While on the job, students earn $6.50 – 7:50 per hour in addition to hands-on training in the food service industry.

5.      Will I graduate from Butler Tech?

a.       You remain a student of your high school and will graduate from there.  In addition to your high school diploma, you also receive a career-technical certificate and a career passport from Butler Tech.

6.      What if I want to participate in activities at my home school?

a.       You are encouraged to be involved at your home high school AND Butler Tech.  Information about activities that pertain to your home school will be communicated to you by Mr. Morrison.