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Entrepreneurial Education Success Stories

Discover inspiring stories that showcase the impact of our entrepreneurial education programs on young entrepreneurs, educators, and supporters. Here, you’ll find heartwarming success stories from students, insights from teachers integrating VentureLab’s curriculum in their classrooms, and testimonials from our partners and sponsors who help make our work possible. Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our community and demonstrate the transformative power of entrepreneurship education.

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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July 21, 2025
A man in a black polo shirt with a circular logo sits smiling in an office, embodying the spirit of a Certified Champion Educator. Behind him, the large letter "A" and motivational posters from VentureLab set the stage for empowering young minds.

Empowering Youth Through Career Innovation: Meet Adam Rodriguez, a VentureLab Certified Educator in San Antonio

Empowering young minds to dream big and achieve more, Adam Rodriguez, an 8th-grade math teacher at Agnes Cotton Academy in San Antonio ISD, is making waves in education. As a VentureLab Certified Educator, Adam uses the Career Exploration and Innovation Program to help students discover their passions and turn them into actionable plans for the future. From guiding a student toward an automotive vocational program to inspiring countless others, Adam’s dedication and innovative approach are transforming lives. Learn how he’s shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs and changemakers!

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March 13, 2025

Empowering Youth Through Entrepreneurial Learning: Meet Jeremy, a VentureLab Certified Educator in San Antonio

Meet Jeremy Manginell, a VentureLab Certified Educator and Manager of SA Youth’s SOAR Program in San Antonio, Texas. Jeremy is transforming lives through entrepreneurship education, helping high school students earn diplomas, gain vital problem-solving skills, and plan their futures. With over 20 years in education, his work with unhoused youth and underserved communities is creating lasting change.

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March 12, 2025
Children in red shirts engage in a hands-on activity outdoors, next to a mobile unit with "Think," "Make," "Create" signage. Sponsored by Nebraska’s Beyond School Bells initiative, this VentureLab inspires young minds to innovate and explore outside the traditional classroom setting.

VentureLab Partner Spotlight: Nebraska’s Beyond School Bells

Discover how Beyond School Bells, in partnership with VentureLab, is transforming out-of-school education in Nebraska. By nurturing entrepreneurial mindsets, they inspire youth and educators to embrace creativity, innovation, and problem-solving. Learn about their groundbreaking initiatives like the Think, Make, Create Labs and how they’re fostering a culture of innovation statewide. Join the movement and explore how entrepreneurial learning can revolutionize educational programming.

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February 12, 2025
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Innovators: Anjana’s Journey with VentureLab

Explore Anjana’s journey with VentureLab, a testament to how we’re supporting future leaders. This story exemplifies our commitment to nurturing young entrepreneurial talent, providing them with the skills and confidence to innovate and lead in tomorrow’s business world. Join us in empowering the next generation of changemakers.

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November 20, 2023
kids singing the VentureLab Entrepreneur Song

Classroom sings the VentureLab Entrepreneur Song

Watch this video of an elementary classroom is singing the VentureLab Entrepreneur Song! It was share with us by Lisa S., an Entrepreneurship Teacher, Nashville, TN. Lisa is teaching our Topics in Entrepreneurship Grades 1-2 curriculum and her class was pretty excited to sing this song about how to be an entrepreneur.

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September 20, 2022
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