Visual Arts Career Pathways
Today, students need to see a link between what they are learning and future work. Career Connections offer practical ways for teachers and school counselors, families and community members to show students, as early as in kindergarten, the types of jobs possible for them. Watch the video above or go to the Ohio Department of Education's website here.
A Career Pathway is a collective look at education and training, wage and outlook information for related occupations. These pathways offer an overview of the various career options along with education and training that can begin as early as grade 7. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan. Go to the Ohio Department of Education's website here for more information. For additional career planning resources, visit OhioMeansJobs.com
Student Artists:
“Where can studying Art or Design take you? What kinds of careers exist for those who study creative subjects at high school? While you might have heard that becoming an architect, fine artist, sculptor or gallery assistant is an option for those who study Art or Design, there are many other careers available for those who are able to envision, design and create beautiful things. This article highlights a selection of these – including digital and graphic design jobs – and illustrates the range of exciting art-related careers that are possible. It contains a list of over 150+ awesome careers, with 25 examples showcased in detail.” https://www.studentartguide.com/articles/art-careers-list
Parents of Student Artists:
We are planning our first College and Career Fair for the Visual Arts on Feb. 6, 2023 for art students in grades 8-12 to attend during their art class that day. We also plan to hold an informational meeting for parents about various occupations in the arts industry or art related fields on a different day. College representatives will be available, as well as Mentor Schools alumni who are working in an arts related field. We are asking that you complete this short survey so that we may get a better idea how to serve you. Link to survey: https://forms.gle/ah6buuQAtZaWNVKC7
We are planning our first College and Career Fair for the Visual Arts on Feb. 6, 2023 for art students in grades 8-12 to attend during their art class that day. We also plan to hold an informational meeting for parents about various occupations in the arts industry or art related fields on a different day. College representatives will be available, as well as Mentor Schools alumni who are working in an arts related field. We are asking that you complete this short survey so that we may get a better idea how to serve you. Link to survey: https://forms.gle/ah6buuQAtZaWNVKC7
Thank you for your continued support of the Mentor Schools Art Program!