Educator Newsletter * July 2019
SAVE THE DATE!
The 4th Annual JA JobSpark will take place on September 24-25, 2019 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds
Thank you for participating in JA JobSpark 2018!
An event of this magnitude is possible because of educator support with student preparation and on-site participation . You made a difference by being
part of this experience and we look forward to seeing you at JA JobSpark 2019!
JA JobSpark Teacher Kick-Off!
SAVE THE DATE!!!
August 14, 2019 from 9:00am-11:00am
August 15, 2019 from 1:30pm-3:30pm
(you only need to attend one of these sessions)

Learn about (and pick-up!) the curriculum for JA JobSpark 2019 and what to expect when your students attend the event on September 24th & 25th! Please check with your school's Building Coordinator & stay tuned for an invitation and registration information.
JA EduSpark Teacher Externship
On June 26 & 27, Junior Achievement held our very first JA EduSpark Teacher Externship. 32 educators had the opportunity to learn about trends and skills needed for future career opportunities for their students through direct exposure to in-demand careers. Our educators were able to tour the facilities, interact with industry professionals, and hear from panels of experts at IKORCC, Republic Airways, & Salesforce.
New Hands-On Experiences
Our cluster members are hard at work preparing new and exciting hands-on experiences for JA JobSpark 2019! We can't wait to share the following with your students:

  • Non-Profit Food Pantry Simulation
  • Teaching Simulation
  • Sports Management Activity
  • Timecard/Badge & Scanning Technology
  • Cyber Security Activity
  • New Auto Experiences
  • Digital Marketing/Social Media Activities
Career Clusters
JA JobSpark centers around 8 career clusters. Career clusters are groups of careers that share common themes or require similar skills and represent pathways defined by Indiana Department of Workforce Development as industries in need of an educated and skilled workforce in coming years. Check out this month's highlighted career clusters below:
Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Logistics
SPARK questions for students:

Do you enjoy making things or working with your hands?

Do you enjoy math and science classes?

Are you creative and like inventing things?
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
SPARK questions for students:

Do you want to help feed and clothe the world?

Are you interested in protecting our environment?

Do you like to work with animals?
Student Resources
Under the "students" tab on our website , you can find excellent resources for your students to learn more about in-demand careers, Indiana post-secondary education, career exploration, 21st Century Scholars, and more!
For more information on JA JobSpark, please visit www.jajobspark.org
or contact Molly at molly@jaindy.org .