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Are you a maker or a doer? Do you have an idea? Come learn how to discover solutions, build concepts, and pitch creative solutions to real-life problems.

Idea Academy’s mission is to support the next generation of “Original Thinkers” by exposing them to new ideas, exploring new ways of thinking and encouraging every child to dream big.  The program is designed to equip youth with the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they need to thrive in today’s world by developing the hard and soft skills needed to succeed in business.

IDEA ACADEMY: Camp Original Thinker
Ages: Entering grades 6 to 8
Dates: July 23 – July 27, 2018
Time: 8:30AM – 4:00PM
Cost: $250 per student (limited scholarships are available click here for application)
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Each session will be held at the historic James J. Hill Center. Lead teachers, Hill staff and business professionals from the community will come together to help your child learn how to transform their original thinking into action. Each day will be filled with activities, projects, presentations and visits to local businesses and startups to give them an inside look at the different ways a professional or business functions.

Lead Teacher

Aaron has taught for the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists, the University of Minnesota, Concordia University of St. Paul, The Guthrie Theatre, The Children’s Theatre Company, Lyric Arts Company of Anoka, Park Square Theatre, and the Minnesota Thespian Festival, as well as other schools and institutions. He is the Mid-America Regional Rep and a Certified Teacher with the Society of American Fight Directors, as well as the Founder of the Fake Fighting Company, LLC.

Additional Camp Details:
Curbside drop off and pickup allowed (exception is day #1)
Lunch will be provided
Camp T-shirt provided
Student teacher ratio 1 to 10
Final pitch presentation for friends and family
Limited scholarships are available, click here for application

Empower your child to start shaping their future today!

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1 Million Cups is a free, national program designed to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs. Developed by the Kauffman Foundation, 1MC is based on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee. Learn more. Join us every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Apply to present: Use the 1MCSPL Portal on the Kauffman Foundation’s website!

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