West Des Moines Community Schools Community Education

Students will engage in a dynamic learning experience focused on entrepreneurship through interactive classroom activities and a fieldtrip of local businesses in the Valley Junction Area. This program empowers students to discover how to monetize their passions, equipping them with essential skills in business planning, marketing, and financial management. Students will gain practical insights and real-world knowledge, fostering creativity and innovation as they explore various avenues for turning their interests into profitable ventures. Students will do this by: Meeting & learning from successful entrepreneurs Designing business cards and flyers Going through the process of planning and implementing a business idea At the end of the camp, families will be invited to attend a business fair showcasing the students’ creative ideas and hard work! Program led by Jon Williams Field Trip: Students will participate in a field trip on the first day of camp. The bus will pick up and drop off from Valley. Lunch: Please send a sack lunch with your child each day. Lunch is not provided. Parent Reception: On Friday from 2:45-3:20 pm students will showcase their hard work and business ideas. Registration Deadline A $25 late registration fee will be charged if you register less than one week before the program’s start date. Cancellation Policy If you are unable to take the class you can request a refund before the second day of class. There will be a $25 deduction from any refunds except programs canceled by Community Ed. Behavior Guidelines Please remember that participation in Community Education programs is voluntary. Students are expected to act respectfully throughout their participation. Community Education reserves the right to remove a student from a program at any time if they display inappropriate or unsafe behaviors.