Dear Arete Colleagues and Families,
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to ask for your support in helping our high school students secure local, age-appropriate job opportunities.
As part of our Work Exploration elective at Arete Charter Academy High School, students are learning about career pathways, workplace expectations, and job readiness skills. Many of them are eager to gain part-time employment experience; however, we have not yet been successful in securing enough local opportunities for them.
Each visit would include a small group of approximately 4–6 students, accompanied by a school staff member. We are flexible with scheduling and would plan a visit on an upcoming Thursday between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., at a time that works best for your business. Each visit would last about 60–90 minutes.
During the visit, students hope to:
Observe how your business operates day-to-day
Learn about the different jobs, roles, and skills within your field
Ask questions about hiring, applications, interviews, training, and career paths
If you own a business, manage a workplace, or have connections to local employers who may be open to hiring responsible high school students, we would greatly appreciate your assistance. Even part-time, entry-level, seasonal, or internship-style opportunities can make a meaningful difference in helping students build confidence, develop professional skills, and gain valuable real-world experience.
Our students are being prepared with foundational workplace skills such as communication, professionalism, and reliability, and we are committed to supporting both students and employers in creating positive working relationships.
If you are able to help, or if you know someone who might be willing to connect with us, please feel free to reach out to me directly at [email protected]. I would be grateful for any leads, referrals, or guidance you can provide.
Thank you for being such an important part of our school community and for supporting our students as they take their first steps into the workforce.
Warmly,
Meredith Doerr
