🐝 Build an Air Bee & Bee: Think Like an Eco-Entrepreneur!
Welcome to Air Bee & Bee, an ESTEAM® entrepreneurial learning experience designed to spark divergent thinking and environmental empathy.
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Learning, Connection, and Innovation with New Mexico Out-of-School Time Network
Bringing Learning to Life Through Workshops at NMOST’s 2026 Spring Into Summer Conference We had a fantastic time connecting with educators and program leaders at the NMOST’s Spring into Summer Conference, hosted by the New Mexico Out-of-School Time Network. This annual gathering brings together out-of-school time (OST) professionals and advocates from across New Mexico to…
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Northern Recharge 2026: Empowering Afterschool Professionals Through ESTEAM & Mindset Workshops
VentureLab was honored to lead two interactive sessions at UAN’s 2026 Northern Recharge focused on cultivating entrepreneurial mindsets in youth and the educators who serve them.
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Empathy Activation Cards
The Power Skill For Idea Generation Our Empathy Activation Cards are designed to nurture the crucial empathy mindset. By prioritizing empathy, we empower students to move beyond surface-level brainstorming and generate solutions rooted in real-world impact. When students lead with this human-centered mindset, they don’t just “invent”—they solve. It is the essential bridge between a…
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Why Empathy Matters in Entrepreneurship Education
Empathy isn’t just a “soft skill.” It’s a measurable driver of creativity and idea generation.
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Student Goal Setting for success
Goal Setting for 2nd – 12th Grade Students Every great innovation begins with a spark of curiosity and the active pursuit of opportunities. Through curiosity, students explore the world with wonder; through opportunity seeking, they identify problems worth solving—giving rise to a Big Idea, a bold vision of what could be. While these two stages…
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Refreshing Mindsets with Missouri Afterschool Educators: VentureLab at MOSAC
Every year, afterschool professionals from across Missouri gather for Missouri Afterschool Network’s (MASN) annual event that is more than just a conference—it’s an opportunity to grow, connect, and find a sense of belonging. The Missouri AfterSchool Network brings together program directors, coordinators, and direct service staff to the annual Missouri School Age Conference (MOSAC). The…
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7 Essential Tips for Raising Entrepreneurial Girls 💪
At VentureLab, we believe raising entrepreneurial girls is a powerful catalyst for change. It empowers them to see themselves as innovators and leaders capable of shaping the future, regardless of gender, race, or socioeconomic status.
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Thankful Turkey and Mindset Feather Printables
Practice entrepreneurial thinking this Thanksgiving with VentureLab’s fun and engaging printables! Our “Mindset Feather” activities are great for kids and families to share what they’re grateful for while learning key entrepreneurial traits. Download the free printables and bring creativity and connection to your Thanksgiving celebration!
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Nebraska Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop Powered by Tanya Crawford
VentureLab Certified Educator Tanya Crawford took the stage at GetConnected 2025 to share hands-on activities that promote entrepreneurship and build essential entrepreneurial mindset skills in youth, such as empathy, resiliency, confidence, and problem-solving. Attendees—including program leaders, afterschool staff, and teachers—received free activity guides and follow-up technical assistance to aid immediate implementation in their afterschool and summer learning programs.
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Empowering Youth Artisans through Entrepreneurship: Craft Lake City’s Program for the DIY Fest Kid Row Market
VentureLab’s Spark Mentorship and Materials program was used during two 4 week-long programs for students in grades 3rd through 12th. Students set SMART Goals, learned from local artisans and participated in Craft Lake City’s Kid Row at their Annual DIY Fest. Utah Afterschool Network identified Craft Lake City to lead the program at the Salt Lake City Public Library.
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Championing Youth Entrepreneurship in Afterschool: Meet Erin Malone, a VentureLab Certified Advocate in St. Louis
VentureLab is proud to celebrate Erin’ Malone’s accomplishments by awarding her the status of a VentureLab Certified Advocate for her contribution to the youth entrepreneurship movement by growing partnerships and youth development opportunities, sharing her experience with other educators, growing her mindset in the VentureLab Mindset for Educators Program, and advocating on behalf of youth…
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Meet Peter Gioia, a VentureLab Certified Educator in St. Louis
VentureLab celebrates Peter Gioia, CAPSA Manager at Mission: St. Louis Beyond School, whose passion for youth development is transforming lives through entrepreneurship education. From sparking creativity in hesitant students to inspiring persistence in young innovators like Timothy, Peter exemplifies the power of VentureLab programs and mindsets to prepare youth for success in school, career, and life.
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Together for Youth: Celebrating Afterschool, Supporting What Works
VentureLab fully backs the release of $1.3 billion in 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding—restoring vital after-school and summer enrichment across 10,000+ U.S. programs. Our ESTEAM® curriculum (Entrepreneurship, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) directly fuels those opportunities by fueling hands-on learning and mentorship. We’re committed to ensuring this momentum continues so every youth can access creative, confidence-building programs
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VentureLab and Mission St. Louis Featured In The St. Louis American
Beyond School sparks young entrepreneurs! 🌟 K–8 students in St. Louis joined Mission: St. Louis’s 16-week “Beyond School” entrepreneurship program—teaming with VentureLab—pitching ideas like cleaning products and a wellness app to judges on May 8, 2025. This program builds resilience, community focus, and business smarts by helping kids prototype, pitch, and problem-solve in a fun, failure-friendly space.
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YWLA Foundation Hosts Second Annual Girls Summer Entrepreneurship Program
Discover key insights and strategies from GEC 2025 on empowering youth entrepreneurship—real-world examples, inclusive ecosystems, and scaling impact.
