2017 Young Entrepreneurial Scholars (YES!) Camp (Rising 6th-9th Grade)
4646 US Hwy 25-70
Marshall, NC 28753
United States
(July 31 – August 4, 2017)
The Young Entrepreneurial Scholars (YES!) Camp is a North Carolina Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning (NC REAL) Youth Entrepreneurship camp that will run July 31 – August 4, 2017, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at A-B Tech Madison. This program is for students.
Registration fee: $52 and space is limited!
2017 Application – deadline will be April 14, 2017
Please return completed application to:
Sherri Davis, Director, A-B Tech Madison
Instructional Services, Madison County Programs & Services
4646 US Hwy 25/70, Marshall, NC 28753
(828) 398-7700 (main number)
(828) 398-7701 (office)
The goal of the camp is to introduce students to the ideas of entrepreneurship, creative thinking, and fun, interactive activities to engage students. Campers will work in teams to develop a business plan, learn how to apply for a business loan and about resources in their community. They will also gain an understanding of entrepreneurship as a viable career option and meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs. For more information, contact Jill M. Sparks at jillmsparks@abtech.edu or 828.398.7949.
Camp Objectives :
• To create an atmosphere of fun
• To meet and learn from successful entrepreneurs
• To learn to work and cooperate in groups
• To identify and encourage entrepreneurs
• To gain an understanding of entrepreneurship as a viable career option
• To generate business ideas
• To identify and evaluate entrepreneurial opportunities within their community
• To help participants learn about their community
• To develop and implement a business plan