Explore Careers Early: Hands-on activities in industries like healthcare, aviation, trades, and more.
Spark Motivation: Connects classroom learning to real-world careers.
Meet the Pros: Students engage with student ambassadors and industry experts to explore future career paths.
Builds Awareness: Helps students explore post-high school options early.
Informs Decisions: Supports families in planning for future pathways.
Strengthens Connections: Brings schools, families, and communities together to support student success.
Supports Student Goals: Aligns with career standards and ICAP planning.
PBL in Action: Sparks classroom connections and future project ideas.
Strengthens Partnerships: Provides opportunities to build ties with local businesses and workforce leaders.
I liked that you get to experience different careers, and it was very realistic.
~ Zuri, 6th Grade Student
It gave me different career options and experiences.
~ Aria, 6th Grade Student
Career Adventure Days was such an eye-opening experience for my child. He came home excited, inspired, and full of new ideas about his future. It really helped himstart thinking about their interests in a more focused way.
~ Tina, Mom of 5th Grade Student
Being able to watch students "out of the element" and persevere at new opportunities was an experience we could never have been able to provide them at school.
~ Mrs. Jones, Middle School Special Instruction Teacher
Talking Points:
1. “This is real-world learning our kids need.”
Career Adventure Days give students hands-on experiences with real careers, helping them understand what’s out there and how their education connects to future opportunities. It’s more than a field trip—it’s a chance to explore, ask questions, and build career awareness early on.
2. “It supports what you’re already doing in school.”
CAD aligns with career readiness goals, Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAPs), and helps reinforce the importance of academic skills in a real-world setting. It can complement what students are learning in the classroom.
3. “Other schools are already taking advantage of this—we don’t want to miss out.”
Many area schools are choosing to bring students because the feedback from students, educators, and parents is so positive. It's a simple way to expose students to future pathways without a big burden on teachers or staff.
Your voice matters. When you share opportunities like Career Adventure Days with your school, you’re opening doors for students to dream bigger and explore what's possible.
Be the spark. Advocate for an experience that connects learning to real futures—and shows students why their education matters.
Be the reason it happens. One conversation with your school could give dozens of students the chance to discover their passion and purpose.
Let’s build brighter futures—together.
Subject: Exciting Opportunity for Students – Career Adventure Days
Dear [Principal/Counselor Name],
I wanted to share an incredible opportunity that could make a big impact on our students' learning and future success: Career Adventure Days, offered by IGNITE Pathways.
These hands-on events are designed to expose students in grades 2nd-12th to a variety of real-world careers through engaging, interactive experiences with industry professionals. They help students connect classroom learning to future career paths, build essential employability skills, and ignite interest in high-demand fields.
One of the best parts? The admission cost is similar to many other field trip opportunities in the metro area—and flexible funding options are available to help make this experience possible for all students, regardless of background.
I truly believe Career Adventure Days could make a difference for our school. If you're interested in learning more or bringing this to our district, I encourage you to reach out to the IGNITE team at CAD@ignite-pathways.com.
Thank you for considering this meaningful opportunity for our students!
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Contact Information, if desired]
