Career Adventure Day (CAD) Teacher Resources
Grades 2nd-4th

 

This page provides quick access to all materials needed to prepare students for Career Adventure Day and complete required reporting after the event.

Required Forms & Preparation

Complete the following forms below.

Career Adventure Day Preparation

Complete at least THREE weeks before the event.

  • The Lesson Overview provides scaffolded lesson options to support different reading levels and learning needs. Teachers can choose the lesson that best fits their students, helping them build career awareness and understand the skills used in different jobs before Career Adventure Day.

  • Complete the following lessons on different days.

    • Lesson 1: Career Exploration/Literacy Integration (25-30 minutes)

    • Lesson 2: Passport Preparation (25-30 minutes)

      • CAD Passport – Print copies to use with Lesson 2. Used for station tracking and student interest rating.

        • Print Passports on colored paper to distinguish from other schools at the event.
        • Bring your students’ Passports to the Career Adventure Day event.
      • Map of Career Stations – Print if you or students would like to see a map of the building.

Complete After Career Adventure Day Event

Reporting & Documentation

Iowa District Career and Academic Plan (DCAP)

Nebraska Career Readiness Reporting

Post-CAD Activities

Email cad@ignite-pathways.com for more information.

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