BUILD YOUR
BUSINESS

60+ hours

of curriculum over six units

This program may be integrated into core subject or CTE classes or offered as a standalone elective. Applicable for semester or year-long courses. Creates the beginning of a three-year pathway.

Target audience: Students in 8th to 12th Grade

Student Value

  • Engaging project-based learning experience incorporating 21st century skills
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship focusing on developing an entrepreneurial mindset, learning human-centered design, and starting a business
  • Three events: Personal Pitch + Career Panel, Idea Pitch, and Business Plan Competition

Educator Value

  • Lessons delivered in turn-key digital platform that supports all learners
  • Collaborative sessions to connect educators regionally & nationally
  • Experiential training that helps engage students

Time Commitment & Support

  • 60+ hours of lesson plans
  • Summer Institute (15-20 hours)
  • Training and ongoing support
  • BUILD Support with events and volunteers

Interested?

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VIDEO PREPARATION GUIDELINES

HOW TO RECORD

1. iPhone, iPad, Zoom and Loom are all choices of recording tools for their video presentation 
2. Record with both students and their presentation in view
3. Record horizontally for the best view of the students and their presentation
4. Follow Presentation Diagram to the Right

PRESENTATION TIPS.

- Make eye contact with the camera
- Notecards may be used as cue cards
•Pro Tip: Notecards should avoid having a full script
- Even when you are not speaking, don’t forget the camera is still recording!
•Be aware of your body language while you and your business partners are speaking
- Everyone has an opportunity to speak
- Professional dress is encouraged
- Practice makes perfect
•Practice how you will transition from each speaker
•Project your voice when you speak​

Follow positioning format Above

Download a Sample of Our Curriculum

Fill out this form to receive a free sample of our curriculum and to receive occasional email updates on how to bring BUILD to your community.