It’s My Future (IMF)

Program for Grade 7

Did you know that every learning opportunity you have is a stepping-stone for future success? If you are prepared, you can achieve your dream career and be successful in life. It’s My Future will help students plan for their future. 

This program provides practical information about preparing for work while still in junior high school by looking at developing a personal brand, a students skills and interests and the goals a student should consider for future education and employment.

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Teacher Led Class

Self Directed Program

Volunteer Facilitated Program

English

French

Program Overview

Lesson 1 – My Brand

Through self-reflection, interviews and creation of a personal logo, students explore the importance of building a positive personal brand for the future, starting in junior high school.

  • Recognize the choices students make in junior high school can have a direct impact now and in the future
  • Identify corporate and personal brands that represent positive reputations
  • Design a logo as part of expressing a personal brand

Lesson 2 – Career Mapping

Students explore life experiences to develop work skills and how that can map a path to their employment goals.

  • Identify work skills they have developed
  • Create goals to help secure a job in their field of interest

Program Content

Lesson 3 – My Career Blog

Students reflect on the program and showcase their learning through a blog entry.

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