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CONNECTING STUDENTS TO REAL-WORLD CAREER PROFESSIONALS.

Career Sparks offers eager young minds the opportunity to hear from real-world career professionals across the country in a Virtual Career Day setting. Join our free 14 day trial today.

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FOSTERING CAREER EXPLORATION

Career Sparks connects students with career professionals in a fun virtual setting called Spark Encounters.   

Teachers and students from all across the nation join in to hear from career heroes like astronauts, doctors, and artists as they share their inspiring stories and educational journeys. On-Demand Spark Encounters are available 24/7 on your schedule!  Join our free 14 day trial to learn more.

 

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""Are there lessons or solutions in video games?""

Sparkler Student Question, 2nd grade
Answered by Graham McNeill, Principal Narrative Writer at Riot Games

"What advice would you give your students when they experience hardship in something they love doing?"

Sparkler Teacher Question, 3rd grade
Answered by Simon T. Bailey, First African American Director of Sales for the Disney Institute

"Who inspired you to do your job and do you travel around the world?"

Sparkler Student Question, 3rd grade
Answered by Norma Rener, Brand Executive and Fashion Powerhouse for the Jessica Simpson Brand

"From the time you create your characters, how long does it take to animate them?"

Sparkler Student Question, 4th grade
Answered by Patrick Murphy, Art Director of Fortnite at Epic Games

"I tried introducing my kids to biographies of inventors and thinkers in hopes of planting seeds, but sadly, these books remained shelved. Two sessions of Career Sparks and my son is talking nonstop about how this person did this and this person thought that. "

Parent Kateri Wang
Mom to 3rd grader and 6th grader

CAREER SPARKS IS IN THE NEWS!

Students, teachers and supporters across the country are becoming Sparklers! Check out what the buzz is all about and why educators are bringing Virtual Career Days to their classrooms. 

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ON-DEMAND SPARK ENCOUNTERS

Career Sparks will be featuring On-Demand Spark Encounters only during the 2024-2025 Academic School Year.  From astronauts to professional athletes to pioneers in science, engineering or mathematics, discover the Spark Encounter that will inspire your students to be their future best! With On-Demand, you can pick the Spark Encounter of your choice on your schedule!

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 If you are a member and would like to view the library of On-Demand Spark Encounters, please click below.

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NEW MEMBERS 

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GAMING GIANTS

CAREERS: ART DIRECTOR, WRITER

Innovative video game leaders Patrick Murphy - Art Director for Epic Games (Fortnite Battle Royale) and Graham McNeill - Principal Narrative Writer for Riot Games shared their interests, passions and journeys within one of the world's most popular entertainment activities. 


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BUSINESS INNOVATORS

CAREER: BRAND MANAGER

Featuring two brand thought leaders Simon T. Bailey, the first African American Director of Sales for the Disney Institute, and Norma Rener, brand executive and fashion powerhouse for the Jessica Simpson brand. You'll learn what it takes to develop, build, and manage brands that are known world-wide.

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SPORTS SUPERSTARS

CAREER: SPORTS COMMENTATOR

Professional athletes make sports look easy, like Miami Marlin Matt Joyce and Dodger Legend Ron Cey who share their experiences and journeys through MLB. Lea B. Olsen, an athlete herself will also share what it's like to be a professional sports commentator for FOX Sports and the excitement she gets from interviewing sports stars like Steph Currry!

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TV TITANS

CAREER: ACTOR


When the camera is on, TV Titans perform at their very best! During this Spark Encounter you'll learn just what it takes to bring a character to life by the amazing art of acting. Don't miss this opportunity to learn all about being an actor for the iconic studio Disney and what it feels like to have fans world-wide!

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VIEW PAST PROGRAMMING

Our On-Demand Library houses years of programming, packed full of guest speakers that have showcased amazing careers.  Click below to view past programming.

2023-2024 SPEAKERS 2022-2023 SPEAKERS 2021-2022 SPEAKERS 2020-2021 SPEAKERS

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Bring career heroes virtually into your classroom with consistent, turnkey programming, customizable for small groups or full-class participation.

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Teachers coming from Title 1 Schools receive a 50% Off Savings!  Bring Career Heroes into your classroom today!

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Be the spark in young lives by helping students explore their futures! Contribute to building community.

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- Sydney J. Harris

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