Mission
To inspire and equip youth ages 9–17 with real-world entrepreneurial skills and a confident problem-solving mindset.
June 29 – August 7, 2026 · Catholic University of America
The Program
A six-week summer experience split into two age-based cohorts — one focused on product creation, one on brand building and entrepreneurship fundamentals.
Vision
Cultivating a future where young scholars are confident entrepreneurs — equipped to build their own brands, products, and businesses from the ground up.
Two Cohorts
Built for two stages of growth
Cohort 1 · Ages 9–13
The Product Lab
A hands-on product-creation track — scholars identify a problem, build and prototype a product, and pitch it to real judges — layered with the DOES-sponsored CRESP curriculum for life skills, digital citizenship, and career exploration.
Explore The Product Lab →
Cohort 2 · Ages 14–17
The Brand Builders
A brand-building and entrepreneurship-fundamentals track — scholars work through business identity, marketing, and pitch development to launch a brand of their own with confidence.
Explore The Brand Builders →
A Day in the Lab
Daily schedule
Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
| Time | Block | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 – 11:00 AM | Session One | Cohort programming (Product Lab / Brand Builders) |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch | Provided daily by Chef Suge |
| 12:00 – 2:00 PM | Session Two | Cohort programming (Product Lab / Brand Builders) |
| 2:00 – 2:30 PM | Activity Time | Life skills, SEL, guest presenters, or enrichment activities |
| 2:30 – 3:00 PM | Reflection & Dismissal | Daily wrap-up and safe departure |
Key Events
- June 16Virtual Parent & Scholar Orientation
- June 29Program Launch
- Weeks 1–5Weekly field trips
- August 4Final Product Showcase
- August 6End-of-Summer Celebration
Staying Engaged
Parent newsletter
Families received a weekly recap and look-ahead newsletter.
See it in action
Explore the two cohorts
Cohort 1 built and pitched original products. Cohort 2 launched brands of their own.