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Lower School Students Shine in Entrepreneur Competition
Canterbury students in kindergarten through fourth grade showcased their business skills in the Lower School Entrepreneur Competition on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, in the Performing Arts Center.
Students worked as sole proprietors or as business partners to create a detailed business plan to share with the judges. In total, more than 80 students participated in this year's event.
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The biggest takeaway from participating in an event like the entrepreneurship competition is that students feel a sense of ownership and pride in the business they have created.
"We have kindergarten students who can discuss marketing and advertising strategies... first graders can tell you about profit loss and gain. In second grade, we have businesses that would make an immediate impact and are ready to roll out now," said Jennifer Stephenson, Canterbury's Director of Technologies.
Stephenson wen on to add, "Third grade students often have detailed displays and 3D models of their businesses along with knowing the key activities that need to be done daily, while in fourth grade, students create more innovative businesses and can explain in detail key partnerships and channels used to reach their customers.
Congratulations to all participants for a job well done. Below are the overall results and grade-level awards:
BEST IN SHOW: [1st Grade] Cha Cha's Doggy Car Wash- Cha Cha A. '35
{Click here for a complete photo gallery from the competition}
The biggest takeaway from participating in an event like the entrepreneurship competition is that students feel a sense of ownership and pride in the business they have created.
"We have kindergarten students who can discuss marketing and advertising strategies... first graders can tell you about profit loss and gain. In second grade, we have businesses that would make an immediate impact and are ready to roll out now," said Jennifer Stephenson, Canterbury's Director of Technologies.
Stephenson wen on to add, "Third grade students often have detailed displays and 3D models of their businesses along with knowing the key activities that need to be done daily, while in fourth grade, students create more innovative businesses and can explain in detail key partnerships and channels used to reach their customers.
Congratulations to all participants for a job well done. Below are the overall results and grade-level awards:
BEST IN SHOW: [1st Grade] Cha Cha's Doggy Car Wash- Cha Cha A. '35
Kindergarten:
1st Place: Swara's Toy and Book Library by Swara S. '36
2nd Place: Payton's Creations by Payton H. '36; Cherry's Hair and a Little Bit of Makeup by Gigi G. '36
3rd Place: Sweetensville by Layton B. '36; Moon Golf by Henry S. '36 and Max L. '36; Fairy Bakery by Annabelle P. '36 and Carolina S. '36
Perseverance and Determination Award: Zahra S. '36
Perseverance and Determination Award: Zahra S. '36
1st Grade:
1st Place: Cha Cha's Doggy Car Wash by Cha Cha A. '35; The Baker's Palette by Lily K. '35; Frooty Fruit Bowls by Ivaan S. '35
2nd Place: Queen of the Green by Gabriella C. '35; The Ultra Party Shop by Phillip G. '35; Jone's Style by Ryan J.' 35
3rd Place: Alivia's Chick Sitting and More by Alivia T. '35; Ila's Boutique by Ila F. '35; Fancy Bracelets for All by Siri R. '35; Holler for Challah by Sutton I. '35
2nd Grade:
1st Place: Cub Cave Snack Cart by Charlotte L. '34 and Carter L. '35; Bath Bombs by Camilla S. '34
2nd Place: Fly Paint by Neil V. '34 and Nathan V. '35; Emilia's Cell Phone Bracelets by Emilia E. '34
3rd Place: Quinn's Gourmet Pop's by Quinn B. '34
3rd Grade:
1st Place: Thompson Tech by Alex T. '33; EKJ's Chocolates by Emmie E. '33, Kailyn W. '33, and Julianne S. '33; Surprise Card by Madeline M. '33 and Keller P. '33
2nd Place: The Color Kitchen by Reed B. '33 and Tuck S. '33; Magic Slime by Camden E. '33; Turtle Talks by Lydia T. '33; Caring Candles by Isabelle Q. '33
3rd Place: Benson Farm by Banks B. '33 and Rider J. '33
4th Grade:
1st Place: Sun Smoothies by Victoria F. '32
2nd Place: Algae No More by Alex C. '32 and Michael C. '32
3rd Place: Sparks Smile by Avery U. '32, Diane I.' 32, and Avery T. '32
