Career Education Initiative at Tokiwako Elementary School: Shaping Future Leaders

The career education class at Tokiwako Elementary School specifically targets sixth-grade students through a comprehensive course titled "Towards Your Dreams."

Course Overview

Objectives: The aim is to cultivate concrete images about work and expand students' perspectives on their future dreams and career paths.

Program Details:
Students are encouraged to interact directly with professionals in various fields whom they are interested in. Before the meetings, they prepare questions to ask these professionals, fostering a productive exchange of ideas and insights. This hands-on approach helps students develop a clearer understanding of work and ignites their curiosity about potential career options.

Sample Questions:

- Why did you choose this profession?
- How did you get into this line of work?
- What does your job involve, and what makes it fulfilling?

The Center of the Arts Role

As a vital component of the program, the NPO Center of the Arts plays several roles:

- Assisting in the casting of professionals
- Serving as a bridge between school education and the community

The chairperson of the Center, Kumiyo Shirai, known for her background as a former manga artist and a comprehensive creator, alongside communications expert Seiichi Sakakibara (Secretary on the Branding Committee), brings a wealth of experience to the initiative. They are supported by a diverse group of professionals with experience in school PTA activities who serve as “dream navigators” for students, providing various opportunities for them to reflect on and articulate their dreams as a part of their career development journey.

Expanding Opportunities

Utilizing their connections with relevant governmental agencies and local authorities, the initiative continues to gain support and expand. Recently, they launched an educational YouTube channel, backed by the Chuo City educational committee, offering resources that blend real-life interactions and remote learning to create a hybrid support system for students.

Commitment to the Future

Through communication design grounded in social business principles, the Center represents a critical effort to strengthen support for children in realizing their dreams. By actively engaging with educational institutions, local businesses, and communities, they aim to empower the next generation to firmly navigate their futures.

Learn More

To discover more about the Center of the Arts and their initiatives, visit their official website: Center of the Arts

About Seiichi Sakakibara

Seiichi Sakakibara, from Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, is the representative of EMOLVA and a vital member of the NPO Center of the Arts. Educated at Tokyo University of Science, he specializes in materials science, utilizing Web technologies for his research. In 2009, he joined CyberAgent as an infrastructure engineer before transitioning to the role of web analyst for social gaming. By 2015, he founded EMOLVA, focusing on SNS marketing solutions.

Achievements:

- Developed a following of over 500,000 as an influencer, generating over 100 leads monthly.
- Provided SNS marketing services to over 500 companies ranging from startups to large enterprises and public institutions.
- Successfully attracted over 12,000 job applicants through SNS channels.

Moreover, he partners with 1.4 million influencers and over 10,000 regular monitors, collaborating with various entertainment agencies for comprehensive marketing strategies.

Community Engagement

In addition to his corporate responsibilities, Sakakibara actively participates in civic activities. He joined the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce in 2021 and has taken on leadership roles in various committees focusing on branding and outreach.

Engagement with multiple platforms, including popular YouTube programs, further amplifies his commitment to community service and youth empowerment.