IDEA Camp
February 17, 2025 @ 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
$49
An exciting day camp opportunity for 6th, 7th, & 8th grade students
Dive into the exciting world of entrepreneurship at our dynamic day camp designed for 6th-8th grade students! This hands-on program guides young innovators through the essential stages of business creation, from brainstorming ideas to crafting a solid business model. Whether students come with a business idea in mind or need help discovering one, our camp provides the tools and support needed to bring their entrepreneurial dreams to life.
- Date: Monday, February 17, 2025
- Check-in: 8am - 8:30am
- Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm
- Cost: $49
- Location: NIACC Recreation Center
Register for IDEA Camp
What Students Will Learn
- Ideation and Discovery: Develop creative thinking skills and learn how to identify problems and opportunities that can lead to innovative business ideas.
- Business Model Canvas: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the nine key building blocks of the Business Model Canvas, including value proposition, target market, and revenue streams.
- Value Proposition: Discover how to define and deliver products or services that meet customer needs.
- Target Market: Understand the importance of identifying and analyzing the ideal customer for a business idea.
- Marketing Strategies: Learn how to create simple, effective marketing plans to promote a business idea.
- The Role of Partnerships: Explore how key partners, resources, and activities can strengthen a business.
- Financial Literacy: Create simple financial projections to estimate costs and revenue.
Activities & Deliverables:
- Interactive Workshops: Hands-on sessions focused on real-world applications of entrepreneurship concepts.
- Business Model Canvas: Each student will complete a Business Model Canvas for their business idea, outlining the critical elements of their proposed venture.
- Executive Summary: Students will write a clear, concise overview of their business, showcasing their understanding of the entrepreneurship process.
- Financial Projections: Simple, guided exercises to help students estimate startup costs, pricing, and potential revenue.
- Pitch Presentation: The camp culminates in a presentation where students pitch their ideas to peers and instructors, gaining confidence and feedback.
Who Should Attend?
This camp is perfect for middle schoolers eager to explore entrepreneurship, develop creative problem-solving skills, and build confidence in their ability to create and innovate. No prior experience is required—just curiosity and enthusiasm!