“Take Our Kids to Work” is a national initiative that provides Grade 9 students with the opportunity to OBSERVE a work environment or ENGAGE in pathways planning for one day.
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Take Our Kids to Work Day
Students benefit because - it’s an opportunity for them to explore career options, through:
- Understanding the importance of staying in school by learning first-hand what skills are required in today’s workplace
- Thinking about what aspects of their “work day” they liked and what they didn’t
- Exploring career options in a practical way and gain a better understanding of just how many career choices are open to them
- By spending a day in the life of a working adult, they develop an appreciation of their parents’ work and motivations
Parents benefit because - it helps them prepare their children for the future by:
- Discussing work experiences with their child
- Beginning a career discussion based on actual experiences
- Enriching their child’s experience with discussions before, during and after the workplace visit
Teachers benefit because - the Take Our Kids to Work™ program allows real life experiences to bridge with learning in the classroom.
- Helps make the connection between education and future career paths
- Demonstrates the complexity of career choices and the benefits of early exploration
- Allows teachers and students to explore career options in practical way
Employers Benefit because - the program is an ideal way to enhance corporate social responsibility initiatives.
- Enhances employee engagement, morale and loyalty
- Showcases your workplace as progressive and committed to education
- Publicizes the range of career opportunities in your organization and sector
- Garners positive brand and corporate recognition
- Makes your company eligible to apply for a Canada’s Outstanding Employers Award
- Promotes and support continuous learning and successful transitions into the working world for young people.
The information on this page has been adapted from: Take Our Kids to Work™
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