SUN Youth℠ — Federal Programs Partnership
ESSA-compliant youth employment for Title I schools. State statutes govern what students can do, when, and how many hours — so your state is where we start.
Select your state to get started
Federal law sets the floor. Your state's statutes determine the details. We'll show you exactly what applies.
Go to Your State's SUN Youth℠ Hub
Why Title I Schools Choose SUN Youth℠
Built from the ground up for federal program compliance — every feature maps to a statute, a requirement, or a reporting obligation.
ESSA-Compliant
Fully documented after-school employment program that satisfies ESSA §1116 family engagement requirements for both SWP and TAP schools.
Title I Part A Fundable
Designed to align with allowable uses of Title I Part A funds. Schools sponsor student memberships — families pay nothing out of pocket.
State + Federal Statutes
Every state has its own child labor statutes layered on top of federal FLSA requirements. Select your state to see what applies to your students.
Guardian-Supervised Work
Every gig requires guardian approval and real-time oversight. Age-band compliance is enforced automatically for ages 12–17.
What Your School Gets
- ESSA §1116 family engagement documentation — audit-ready
- Age-band FLSA compliance enforced automatically per student
- Guardian-supervised gig work with real-time oversight tools
- Student earnings tracked, held in escrow, released on completion
- Academy training modules for students, guardians, and staff
- School ombudsman dashboard for program oversight
- Works for both Schoolwide Programs (SWP) and Targeted Assistance Programs (TAP)
Ready to partner with your school?
Start by selecting your state above to see state-specific labor law requirements and partnership details — or apply directly if you're ready.
Questions? Email schools@sphereus.com
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