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Week 1: Innovation Explorers- Mini Makers Market (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersMini Market Edition blends creativity and early entrepreneurship in a fun, imaginative way! Kids step into the role of creative heroes as they design “mini products” for a pretend market, make choices based on customer needs, and explore how ideas turn into creations. Along the way, students are introduced to real-world career connections like artist, craft maker, and designer—all through hands-on, age-appropriate activities. The week wraps up with a playful Mini Market, where kids proudly share and trade their creations using pretend money. This enrichment builds creativity, confidence, and decision-making skills in a fun, supportive environment—perfect for young innovators ready to save the day with their ideas!Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 1: Innovation Explorers- Start Up Spirit (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersStartup Spirit Week sparks creativity, confidence, and problem-solving as kids become young innovators! In this hands-on enrichment, students learn to identify everyday problems, brainstorm creative solutions, and design ideas using rapid prototyping with materials and simple technology. Children are introduced to exciting concepts like value propositions, market needs, and customer discovery—plus real-world career connections such as startup founder, UX designer, and engineer. The week wraps up with a lively Lightning Pitch Showcase, where students proudly present their ideas and celebrate their entrepreneurial spirit. Perfect for curious kids who love to invent, design, and think big—Startup Spirit Week turns imagination into action!Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 2: Innovation Explorers- Digital Creators & Content Entrepreneurs (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersDigital Creators & Content Entrepreneurs Week introduces kids to the exciting world of the modern creator economy! In this hands-on enrichment, students explore how digital content is made by creating videos, podcasts, and blogs, while learning to use simple, kid-friendly editing tools. Kids also discover how to build a brand voice and visual identity, all while learning about safe, ethical online entrepreneurship. Along the way, they’re introduced to real-world career paths such as content creator, social media manager, editor, and graphic designer. With a focus on audience engagement and age-appropriate monetization concepts, this program builds creativity, digital literacy, and confidence—perfect for kids ready to create and share responsibly in the digital world.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 2: Innovation Explorers- Little Inventors Lab (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersLittle Inventors Lab Week invites kids to become creative problem-solvers and hands-on innovators! In this engaging enrichment, students build simple inventions using recycled materials, tackle fun “fix-it” challenges (like stopping toys from rolling away!), and move through prototype stations where they build, test, and improve their designs. Along the way, children discover how inventions help people and solve everyday problems while exploring exciting career connections such as engineer, inventor, and scientist. Perfect for curious kids who love to tinker, build, and experiment—this week is all about turning ideas into action!Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 3: Innovation Explorers- Chef & Shopkeepers (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersChef & Shopkeepers serves up a delicious mix of creativity, teamwork, and pretend play! In this engaging enrichment, kids create simple snacks, design menus with picture-based pricing, and set up their own play restaurants, grocery stores, and food trucks. Through hands-on activities, children explore how food-related businesses work while learning about customers, teamwork, and the “cost of ingredients” in an age-appropriate way. With fun connections to careers like chef, baker, grocer, and restaurant owner, this program builds confidence, creativity, and social skills—perfect for young food lovers ready to cook, serve, and shine!Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 3: Innovation Explorers- Eco-Business & Sustanability Innovators (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersEco-Business & Sustainability Innovators inspires kids to think big about caring for the planet while building creative solutions! In this hands-on enrichment, students design upcycled products, explore renewable energy through mini-labs, and tackle fun waste-reduction challenges. Kids also learn how eco-focused businesses can make a positive impact, discovering ideas like social responsibility and mission-driven business models in an age-appropriate way. With career connections to environmental scientist, sustainability consultant, and eco-product designer, this program empowers young innovators to turn their passion for the planet into meaningful ideas for change.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 4: Innovation Explorers- Eco-Explorers (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersEco-Explorers Week invites kids to dig into creativity while learning to care for the planet! In this nature-inspired enrichment, students make plant pots, seed bombs, and hands-on nature crafts, then bring their creations to life by running a pretend farmers market or plant shop. Through playful activities, children explore how nature supports businesses and why caring for resources matters. With fun career connections to gardener, farmer, park ranger, and environmental scientist, this program builds environmental awareness, creativity, and teamwork—perfect for young explorers ready to grow great ideas while helping the Earth.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 4: Innovation Explorers- Food Lab Entrepreneurs (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersFood Lab Entrepreneurs Week mixes creativity, science, and business into one delicious experience! In this hands-on enrichment, kids test recipes, experiment with flavor combinations, and learn basic food safety while exploring how food ideas turn into real products. Students design brand packaging and labels, then put their skills to the test by running a playful pop-up café or snack shop. Along the way, they’re introduced to concepts like costs, pricing, supply chains, and menu design in an age-appropriate way, with career connections to chef, food scientist, and food truck owner. The week wraps up with a fun Snack Lab Pop-Up Shop, where kids proudly showcase their tasty creations!Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 5: Innovation Explorers- Stoyteller & Media Makers (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersIn Storytellers & Media Makers, kids explore creative content, communication, and branding through hands-on projects. Students create books, comics, puppets, and short video clips, design logos for their own “media company,” and make simple advertisements and jingles. Along the way, kids learn how storytelling connects to real-world careers like author, illustrator, filmmaker, and journalist, while also discovering business basics such as brand identity and storytelling in media and business. This course builds creativity, confidence, and communication skills—perfect for curious kids with big ideas.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 5: Innovation Explorers- Tech Builders & Coding (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersTech Builders & Coding introduces students to the exciting world of coding, game design, and technology creation. Through hands-on projects, kids learn introductory coding matched to their skill level. Students design their own games or app ideas, tackle robotics challenges, and explore how real tech companies turn ideas into products that grow. Along the way, they’re introduced to careers such as software engineer, game designer, and app developer, while learning business concepts like minimum viable products (MVPs), testing, and using user feedback to improve ideas. This course builds problem-solving skills, creativity, and confidence, perfect for curious kids who love technology and how it works.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 6: Innovation Explorers- Build it Bosses (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersIn Build-It-Bosses, kids design and build houses, towns, and tiny businesses using blocks, boxes, and LEGO. Students create floor plans, explore city zoning through play, and work in teams to bring their ideas to life. Along the way, they learn how building connects to real careers like architect, builder, city planner, and interior designer, while practicing business skills such as planning, budgeting (“block budgets”), and designing for customer needs. A hands-on course for kids who love to build, plan, and create.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 6: Innovation Explorers- Fashion, Merch & Design (Gr.6-9)Innovation ExplorersIn Fashion, Merch & Design Entrepreneurs, students step into the world of fashion and creative business. Kids explore clothing and accessory design, create custom merchandise like stickers, simple apparel, and totes, and learn how products go from idea to must-have item. Students dive into fashion marketing, styling mini photoshoots, and exploring trend forecasting—figuring out what’s popular and why. Along the way, they’re introduced to careers such as fashion designer, merch manager, and illustrator, while learning business concepts like branding, profit margins, limited drops, and understanding demand. This course builds creativity, confidence, and entrepreneurial thinking—perfect for kids who love style, art, and expressing themselves through design.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 7: Innovation Explorers- Community Impact Startup (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersIn Community Impact Start Up, students become changemakers by exploring how businesses can solve real community challenges. Kids learn to identify problems in their community and design service-based ventures that help people in meaningful ways. Students practice working with partners and stakeholders, communicating their ideas clearly, and building a strong mission. Along the way, they discover careers such as nonprofit leader, social entrepreneur, and public service professional, while learning business skills like mission statements, measuring impact, and understanding grants. This course builds empathy, leadership, and problem-solving—perfect for kids who want to make a difference.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 7: Innovation Explorers- Pet & Animal Helpers (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersIn Pet & Animal Helper, kids explore animal care through imaginative play and hands-on activities. Students set up pretend grooming, training, and vet stations, and create craft pet toys and treats. They learn about caring careers like veterinarian, groomer, pet-shop owner, and zookeeper, while practicing simple business skills by providing helpful services and earning “paw points.” A playful, empathy-building course for kids who love animals and helping others.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 8: Innovation Explorers- Innovation Olympics (Gr. 6-9)Innovation ExplorersIn Innovation Olympics, students work in teams to tackle daily innovation challenges in engineering, design, and business. Kids collaborate, solve problems in real time, and pitch their ideas just like real-world leaders. They explore careers such as engineer, CEO, and product manager, while building skills in leadership, teamwork, deadlines, and presentations. The week wraps up with the exciting Entrepreneur Games, featuring awards for creativity, teamwork, prototypes, and pitches. A fast-paced course for kids who love challenges, competition, and big ideas.Youth Enrichment 25-26 -
Week 8: Innovation Explorers- Super Service Stars (Gr. 3-5)Innovation ExplorersIn Super Service Stars, kids run pretend service businesses—like cleaning crews, helper squads, and fix-it teams—while solving community problems with kindness and creativity. They explore careers like teacher, nurse, firefighter, and entrepreneur, and learn how businesses help people and communities. A hands-on course for kids who love helping and making a difference.Youth Enrichment 25-26