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In 2009, I was introduced to a program through the Learning Partnership called The Entrepreneurial Adventure program. Since then, I have integrated the idea of building business into my curricular programs, with all proceeds going to charities that the students choose. The design thinking process explored that following themes and skill development. All work is tied directly to curricular outcomes.
Charity research and presentation
Consensus decision making
Employment applications and interviews
Design development
Company marketing and design
Loan presentation and applications (to our School Council)
Sales and delivery
Accounting and proceed submittion
Over the years, we have raised over $10 000.00 for charities in our community through this work.
Student ideas over the years for projects have included Fuzzy Friends pencils, t-shirt designs and colouring event, environmentally friendly slime, escape rooms (uniquely designed for each grade level), duct tape wallets, surprise bags and Mission Possible obstacle course event.
Choosing products
Determining prices and profits
Learning about money
Surveying potential customer
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