Summer Business Institute Leadership Edition

OPEN TO STUDENTS ENTERING 11TH - 12TH GRADE

Description: Summer Business Institute - Leadership Edition offers students an opportunity to develop their leadership skills and engage with their communities. Students will delve into real-world challenges through the lens of their academy by choosing one of four career quadrants to explore: Public Service, Technology and Engineering, Business/IT, or Creative Arts.  Students will : 

• serve as academy subject matter experts to solve the provided challenge through the knowledge obtained in their academy courses

• obtain industry-recognized credentials

• collaborate with students from different academies on projects and initiatives

• engage in leadership training 

• receive mentorship and networking opportunities 

• participate in industry field experiences 

Date: June 24 - July 25, 2024; Monday - Thursday

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

No Cost: Transportation is provided to and from your zoned school; Free Breakfast and lunch

Challenges 

Essential Question for all quadrants: How can we address a pressing community challenge or issue through innovative problem-solving and collaborative leadership?

Students will choose which quadrant to explore from the lens of their Academy:

Public Service:

Join the Public Service challenge and explore innovative ways to establish a Youth Court. Collaborate with fellow students to develop a peer-led program that supports those who may be in need of restorative practices.

Business IT:

Join the Business IT challenge and learn how to create a powerful personal professional brand. Gain insights into effective branding techniques, online presence management, and networking strategies to stand out in the competitive entrepreneur world.

Technology and Engineering:

Embark on the Technology and Engineering challenge to reimagine learning spaces and methods using cutting-edge technology. Dive into the world of virtual reality, augmented reality, and smart design to revolutionize the way we teach and learn.

Creative Arts:

Get creative with the Creative Arts challenge and partner with HRT to design a visually captivating campaign with the theme 'Be the Change.' Collaborate with artists, marketers, and designers to create impactful visuals displayed across bus shelters, inspiring positive change in the community.