All students will create a Career Portfolio:
Career Portfolios Overview
Are portfolios only for fashion designers, photographers, and artists? No, portfolios are
needed for all occupations.
Definition:
Portfolio (pôrt-fo´le-o´) n.
1. a. A portable case for holding loose papers, photographs, or drawings.
b. The materials collected in such a case when representative of a person’s work.
The American Heritage Dictionary
What is a career portfolio?
A career portfolio is a lifelong student-managed collection of accomplishments that
show progress toward career goals.
How does a portfolio benefit students?
• Displays their strengths and abilities.
• Highlights their accomplishments.
• Assists them in planning for the future.
• Helps them select their courses more appropriately.
• Increases their self-esteem by showcasing their accomplishments.
Where will the students store their working portfolio (collection)?
• Pizza boxes
• Accordion files
• Cereal boxes
• Legal size file folder with stapled sides
How can a portfolio be presented?
• Binder • Zipper case
• Scrapbook • CD-ROM
• Computer disk • Video
What does a portfolio tell employers?
That you are:
• Motivated • Self-directed
• Organized • Conscientious
Is it required of all students?
Yes; all students will create a portfolio as a part of the graphic design
class requirements.
Where could the portfolio be stored?
Binders or computer disks can be placed in:
• Classroom with the student’s assigned teacher.
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