The Young Entrepreneurs Program is a FREE 3-week summer program open to students from
elementary through high school who are interested in business, creativity, innovation, and
leadership. Students will be divided into age-based cohorts to ensure activities and learning
experiences are appropriate and engaging for every age group. Throughout the program, youth
will develop their own business ideas, create products, explore STEM and entrepreneurship
concepts, and learn marketing and leadership skills through hands-on projects and mentorship.
All supplies and materials for student business ideas will be provided through the program.
Students will have the opportunity to create and explore ideas such as pottery, jewelry, 3D
printed art, lemonade stands, artwork, handmade products, and other creative business concepts.
At the end of the program, students will showcase and potentially sell their products during a
community Youth Market Showcase.
Register for the Young Entrepreneurs Program!
Program Schedule:
● Program Dates: July 14th – July 30th, 2026
● Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
● Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Week 1: Thinking About Business & Drafting Business Proposals
Students will explore entrepreneurship fundamentals, identify problems they want to solve,
brainstorm business ideas, and begin developing their own business proposals.
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Program Orientation & Team Building
● Introduction to Entrepreneurship
● What Makes a Successful Business?
● Brainstorming Business Ideas
Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Identifying Community Needs & Target Audiences
● Exploring Innovation & STEM in Business
● Business Idea Development Workshop
● Mentor Collaboration Activities
Thursday, July 16th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Introduction to Business Proposals
● Goal Setting & Planning
● Creating Draft Business Concepts
● Group Presentations & Feedback
Week 2: Designing Businesses & Creating Products
Students will begin building their brands, designing products, and developing the visual identity
of their businesses.
Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Product Design & Development
● Branding Basics
● Logo & Business Name Creation
● Creative Design Activities
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Packaging & Product Presentation
● Technology & Digital Design Exploration
● Budgeting & Pricing Basics
● Hands-On Product Creation
Thursday, July 23rd, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Refining Products & Business Concepts
● Team Collaboration Activities
● Mentor Feedback Sessions
● Business Development Workshops
Week 3: Product Design & Marketing Strategy
Students will focus on marketing, communication, and preparing for the final showcase event.
Tuesday, July 28th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Introduction to Marketing Strategies
● Social Media & Advertising Basics
● Creating Promotional Materials
● Public Speaking & Pitch Practice
Wednesday, July 29th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Finalizing Products & Displays
● Business Pitch Development
● Customer Service & Sales Skills
● Mock Marketplace Activities
Thursday, July 30th, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
● Final Business Presentations
● Showcase Preparation
● Reflection & Celebration Activities
● Youth Market Showcase Planning
Youth Market Showcase
At the conclusion of the summer programs, students will participate in a Youth Market
Showcase, where participants from both programs will come together to display and sell the
artwork, products, and businesses they created throughout the summer.
This event will allow students to:
● Showcase their creativity and hard work
● Practice leadership and communication skills
● Gain hands-on business experience
● Build confidence presenting their ideas to the community
More details regarding the Youth Market Showcase will be shared with families closer to the
event date.
We look forward to an exciting and impactful summer with your students!