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K-12 Educational Resources Resources from AIA to bring architecture to the classroom

Parents, educators, and community members can all play an important role in introducing students to rewarding and exciting careers—and helping them realize their potential.

Architecture remains a vital and popular career option, with numerous pathways for students who express interest in drawing, creating, building, and problem-solving. Starting early is the key.

Teaching architecture and design means fostering a love of learning and discovery across all core subject areas, cultivating students' innate creativity, and enhancing their observation, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

There are numerous resources available to cultivate the next generation of designers and leaders and ensure the future generation of architects is inspired, prepared, and diverse.
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  • Explore & discover K-12 resources from AIA

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The ACE Mentor Program of America is a no-cost after-school program that prioritizes workforce development for high school students by connecting them with experts from the design and construction industry.
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  • Visit the ACE Mentor Delaware.
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The Delaware Career Resource Network (DCRN) is a resource for students from Kindergarten to 12th grade, educators and families to learn more about career pathways, training options, and jobs that are in demand now and in the future.

Key Features of the DCRN website:
  • An age and grade-focused guide for students starting in Kindergarten to 12th grade.
  • Projections on high-demand careers.
  • A user-friendly job‐seeker interface that guides students through resume tools, assessment quizzes, and skill-gap planning.
  • Information on apprenticeship programs, scholarships and career pathways.

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ARCHCareersGuide provides resources such as outlining the path, links to websites including architecture programs, career information, and a suggested reading list. 

Connect with ARCHCareersGuide and learn how to:
  • research Architecture Summer Programs to attend;
  • select the best architecture program for you;
  • succeed in your architectural education;
  • secure a position in the discipline using the Firms resource -- for the summer or after graduation
  • pursue careers beyond architecture​