Start Upward Essentials is a 10-week after-school program for teens ready to transform their passions into real-world action! Through hands-on activities, inspiring guest speakers, and creative challenges, students will learn to dream big, take risks, and launch their ideas with confidence.  Program will meet each Wednesdays,  September 24 -Dec 10, 4:00-6:00pm.

Students will leave Start Upward with:

• The skills to start and pitch their business

• Confidence to turn their ideas into reality

• Tools to articulate and refine their vision

• Clear next steps to bring their idea to life

If you are interested in signing up or want more information on the Start Upward Essentials, email veronica@dogreater.org.

Start Upward Ideator is a 10-week after-school program for high school students ready to take their business ideas to the next level! 💡✨ Building on skills developed in Start Upward Essentials, students will further develop their business idea, test it with real customers, refine their solutions, and prepare to launch. Through hands-on activities, and guidance from mentors and guest speakers, students will gain the confidence and tools to move from concept to action. This program is for high school students.

Oct 7–Dec 11, 2025  | Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:00-6:00pm

If you are interested in signing up or want more information on the Start Upward Ideator, email veronica@dogreater.org.

REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY OPEN