Grades 5–8  ·  July 13–17  ·  9:00 – 11:00 AM

Young Entrepreneurs
Academy

A hands-on, week-long business program where middle schoolers learn to think, build, and pitch like real entrepreneurs.

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5
Days of learning
5–8
Grade levels
1
Big pitch day

Young Entrepreneurs Academy gives 5th through 8th graders a real taste of the business world — from brainstorming ideas to presenting them in front of a live audience. Students work in teams, solve real problems, and walk away with skills they'll use for life.

No experience needed. Just curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to try something new.

Weekly schedule

What students will do

1
Think like an entrepreneur
Intro to business basics, team building, and spotting problems worth solving.
2
Build your idea
Market research, customer interviews, and defining what makes a product valuable.
3
Money & marketing
Learn about budgets, profit, pricing, and how to reach your target audience.
4
Create your pitch
Storytelling, persuasion, and building a pitch deck your audience will remember.
5
Pitch day
Teams present their business ideas to a panel of judges. Prizes awarded!
Program info

The details

Grades
5th – 8th grade
Dates
July 13–17, 2025
Hours
9:00 – 11:00 AM
Cost
$125 per student
Class size
Max 20 students
What to bring
Notebook & curiosity
FAQs

Common questions

Does my child need any business experience?
Not at all. The program is designed for complete beginners. All they need is an open mind and a willingness to participate.
What will students actually make?
Each team will develop a real business concept and present it on the final day. They'll leave with a pitch deck, team poster, and a certificate of completion.
Is this academic or more like a camp?
It's hands-on and project-based — definitely more like a camp than a classroom. Students will be active, creative, and collaborating all week.
How do I sign up?
Fill out the registration form below. Spots are limited to 20 students, so early sign-up is encouraged.
Financial Aid

Need-based assistance

We believe every student who wants to participate should have the opportunity to do so. Need-based financial aid is available for families who qualify.

To apply, simply email us at henrybennett2009@gmail.com with your child's name and a brief note about your situation. All inquiries are kept completely confidential.

Registration

Sign your child up

Click the button below to fill out our registration form. It only takes 2 minutes! Payment instructions will be sent after registration is received.

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Payment options

💸 Venmo: @Henry-Bennett-19

🏦 Zelle: (615) 512-8561

Full payment of $125 due by July 10th to secure your spot.