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23+ Free Entrepreneur Lesson Plans (Projects, Worksheets, etc.)

By: Author Amanda L. Grossman

Posted on Last updated: December 14, 2022

Need free entrepreneurship curriculum, lesson plans, and projects? Here's entrepreneur lesson plans for high school, middle school, and elementary.

So, you’re looking for entrepreneur lesson plans to help turn your kids or students into the innovators of tomorrow.

And not just to make them into entrepreneurs, but to benefit your kids and students with the following results of teaching entrepreneurship :

• Improved academic performance
• Increased problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Improved interpersonal relationships
• Higher self-esteem

But, exactly how are you supposed to teach entrepreneurship?

Entrepreneurs, among other qualities, need to be able to recognize opportunities in the marketplace. This means finding a need, and figuring out how to solve that need in a profitable way.

This can be as simple as a kidpreneur/kidpreneurship (or kidpreneur-in-the-making) opening a lemonade stand on a smoldering July day near a construction site, and as complicated as creating a machine knob specifically for tea growers in Japan.

And having this ability doesn't have to result in a person starting their own business; it works equally as well for your child if they work for someone else in the form of more merit raises, one-time bonuses for one-off projects, promotions, leverage in salary negotiations, etc.

In fact, the skill of recognizing an opportunity, and seizing it by writing my own job description resulted in me snagging my first job out of college (worth an awesome $40,000 + benefits to me at the time). More on that in a bit.

What are the other skills a child needs to learn to help them as an entrepreneur?

Psst: you'll also want to check out my resource list of youth entrepreneurship programs , entrepreneur biographies for kids , kid entrepreneur kits , and full review of the Teen Entrepreneur Toolbox . 

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How Do You Teach Entrepreneurship?

Teaching entrepreneurship is a bit trickier than, say, teaching algebra. With algebra, the equations come out with the same solutions, every time. But with entrepreneurship?

There are an endless number of variables that go into it, and an endless number of outcomes that can come out of it.

How are you supposed to teach for that?

One of the best ways to teach entrepreneurship is to choose entrepreneurial projects, activities, and lesson plans that aim at nurturing these entrepreneur skills:

• Ability to identify opportunities
• Self confidence
• At least basic knowledge of business finances/financial literacy
• Knows how to take measured risk
• Vision and creativity

Elementary School Entrepreneurship Curriculum

Excited to start teaching your elementary school-aged kids about entrepreneurship? Let me share some entrepreneurship lesson plans, resources, and curriculum with you.

Also, check out these 3 kid business plan examples .

1. Venture Lab

Who It’s For : Grades 1-12

Financial Aid : ( Free for non-commercial use ) Curriculum that organizations can purchase to use with students

Length of Program : 90-minute lessons

Location : N/A

Venture Lab offers a curriculum suited for 1st – 12th graders (curriculum is divided into lower elementary, upper elementary, and middle school/high school.) This is a course in a box with all of the lesson plans already completed and is meant to be utilized as part of regular coursework, after school programs, or camps.

Its focus is on teaching girls components of entrepreneurship such as STEAM concepts and design thinking.

2. Money Monsters Start their Own Business

Who It’s For : 4th – 8th grade

Students will read through the Money Monsters Start their Own Business book (PDF provided – 51 pages), and then play a game that has them experience the ups and downs of starting a business.

I love how a Toy Store Income Tracker is included so that each student can track their own earnings and see the numbers for themselves.

Psst: you'll also want to check out Federal Reserve Bank's webinar on teaching kids entrepreneurship , which will give you some lesson plan ideas. 

Starting a Business Lesson Plans for Middle School

Do you want to teach your middle school kid (or student) how to start a business, and you need a lesson plan? I’ve actually created a Take Your Child to Work Day printable which will give you lots of ideas for your starting a business lesson plan.

More middle school business lesson plans for how to start a business (all free):

• Federal Reserve Bank's Jay Starts a Business (Grades 3-6; comes with teacher's manual with lesson plans)
• Free Kid Business Plan Templates
• Biz Kid’s Crash Course on Entrepreneurship for Middle School
• EverFI’s Venture Entrepreneurial Expedition (for grades 7-10).
• Small Business Administration’s Young Entrepreneurs course
• Foundation for Economic Education’s Booms and Busts , What is Entrepreneurship? , What is the Entrepreneur’s Role in Creating Value? , etc. (students can earn a Certificate of Achievement)
• TeenBusiness’s Entrepreneur Lesson Videos series
• Parade of Entrepreneurs Lesson Plan
• Lemonade Stand Worksheets , and my best Lemonade Stand Ideas

Psst: Try holding a market day in your class. Here are 22 things for kids to make and sell , 17 boy crafts to sell , and help pricing their products in this market day lesson plan .

Teaching Entrepreneurship to High School Students – Free Entrepreneurship Curriculum

There are some great curriculum and materials out there for teaching entrepreneurship in high school, many of which include entrepreneur worksheets for students.

Psst: you also might want to check out these 5 business books for teens , and 11 business games for students .

1. Alison’s Entrepreneurial Skills Path

Who It’s For : Business students, and people interested in learning about creating a business

Financial Aid : Free

Length of Program : 6 lessons, each between 1 and 3 hours

Alison is a free, online platform with tons of courses, and one of the paths you can go down is an entrepreneurial skills one.

Teachers of the courses include venture capitalists, professors at Harvard, and professional entrepreneurs.

Lessons include:

• Characteristics of the Successful Entrepreneur
• Critical Skills for Entrepreneurs
• Creating an Entrepreneur’s Checklist for Success
• Entrepreneurship – Creating the Business
• Key Elements of Entrepreneurial Success
• Why Entrepreneurs Should Think Big

2. Youth Entrepreneurs

Who It’s For : Students

Financial Aid : Schools pay for this program, with the cost based on how many students get free and reduced lunches

Length of Program : 1 year

With this program, students first focus on economics, then they focus on starting their own businesses.

3. Diamond Challenge Business Curriculum

Who It’s For : Kids and teens

Length of Program : 14 modules

Looking for a video business curriculum with instructional guides? The Diamond Challenge’s program covers the following:

• What is Entrepreneurship?
• Opportunity Recognition
• Opportunity Screening
• Types of Businesses
• Building a Business like a Scientist
• Using a Business Model Canvas

They also offer a Social Curriculum track that’s 6 video modules long, including:

• What is Social Entrepreneurship?
• Wicked Problems and Grand Challenges
• Social Entrepreneurship Processes and Challenges

4. INCubateredu

Who It’s For : 10th and 12th graders

Financial Aid : Free (at schools where it’s available)

Length of Program : 1 year (followed by acceleratoredu for the 2nd year)

Through Uncharted Learning’s program, 10 th to 12 th graders develop their own business, pitch their idea ta a shark-tank style event, and even have a chance at receiving funding.

5. JA BE Entrepreneurial®

Who It’s For : Grades 9-12

Financial Aid : Free for students

Length of Program : 7, 45-minute sessions

Location : Anywhere

Through your child’s school, they can take Junior Achievement’s Entrepreneurial program. The course teaches students how to create a business plan, plus how to start a venture.

Lessons covered include:

• What’s My Business?
• Who’s My Customer?
• What’s My Advantage?
• Competitive Advantages
• Ethics are Good for Business
• The Business Plan

6. JA Company Program Blended Model

Length of Program : 13 classes (2 hours/class), or as a 1-year program with 26 classes (1 hour/class)

Location : Anywhere (online course)

This is an online program that teaches high schoolers how to solve a problem/fill a need in their community through entrepreneurship.

• Start a Business
• Vet the Venture
• Create a Structure
• Launch the Business!
• Run the Business

7. The Mint's Be Your Own Boss

Who It’s For : Teens

Length of Program : 3 lessons

Starting with the Be Your Own Boss Challenge , The Mint takes your teen through the following three lesson:

• Planning Your Business
• Money & Your Business
• The Law & Your Business

8. Wharton High School's Entrepreneurship

Who It’s For : High School students

Length of Program : 50+ lesson plans

These lesson plans go through the following:

• Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurial Opportunities
• Global Markets
• Business Plans

9. YE$ Youth Entrepreneurship

Who It's for : high school students

Cost : Free

Location : Anywhere (it's a PDF)

Here's a free PDF with tons of entrepreneur lesson plans and research done for educators, that is meant to go along with a 4-H program. You'll find some nuggets in here, plus, it's free!

Now let’s take a look at entrepreneurial projects that can teach your kids and teens all about starting a business with hands-on experiences.

10. Build a Business Plan

Who It's For : Middle School and High School

Location : Anywhere (online)

Check out this plug n' play business plan creator! You could send your students to this page to work through a business idea of theirs.

Then, at the end, they can print out their business plan!

Questions they'll need to answer include:

• Your big idea
• Who will buy
• How you'll spend and make money

Entrepreneur Worksheets for Students

While I would recommend taking on one of the projects below, or one of the hands-on lesson plans from above, there are also entrepreneur worksheets students can use to learn about businesses.

Here's a few of my favorites (all free):

• Lemonade Stand Free Printables (here's my best lemonade stand ideas , too)
• Lemonade Stand Worksheets
• Family Guide to Getting a Family Business Going (kid-centered)
• Small Business Administration's Lean Startup Business Plan
• Take your students through the DECA Idea Challenge (you'll need to pick your own everyday item to challenge students with, as the competition has ended for the year)
• Take your students through the DECA Entrepreneur of Tomorrow Challenge (again, the competition is over, but the PDF is still available for you to set up your own)

Psst: you might want to check out my review on the Teen Entrepreneur Toolbox .

2 Entrepreneurial Projects – What is an Entrepreneurial Project?

Entrepreneurial projects are a smart way to teach entrepreneurship to kids, because, as with any project, it gives them a chance to dive deeper into a topic that interest them (all under the guise of teaching them how to start and run a business).

Entrepreneur Project #1: Winter Beverage Outdoor Tasting Contest

It’s soooooo easy to sit inside all winter long and slowly accumulate cabin fever (plus a few pounds). That's why you've got to look for fun things to do in the winter.

Well today? We’re going to switch things up. I’ve created a family date night for you ( family winter activities !) that has both an indoor AND an outdoor component.

But don’t worry – with this fun winter activity we’ll keep things toasty throughout.

So, what’s the game plan? Each of your kid(dos) will make (rather,  create ) a warm winter beverage recipe  indoors . Then here's the twist: you’re going to host a family taste testing contest around your fire pit in the backyard.

Not only will this make a fun family memory, but your kid(dos) will actually walk away with more money knowledge in the process centered around the all-important lesson of how to make a profit!

Psst: Now that’s a money lesson I could have used as a kid, specifically as I’ve gone into biz for myself as an adult.

Host a Winter Beverage Outdoor Taste Testing

Finding fun things to do in the winter doesn't have to mean you're freezing your tootsies off. There's nothing better to keep you warm outdoors in the wintertime than a toasty drink. Well, a toasty drink around a roaring fire.

Here’s how it’s going down:

Step #1: Choose an Event Date

Build the anticipation for your family by choosing a date 1 to 2 weeks out (so that there’s time for you guys to complete the rest of the prep work).

Fill out the invitation on Page 1 of the free printable, and display prominently on your family’s bulletin board/gathering center in the kitchen so everyone knows the date of the big event.

Set the stage for the competition by having your family read their mission out loud. Other cool factors you can add in: make it a Friday or Saturday family date night, under the stars. Let the kids stay up a little past bedtime to complete.

Step #2: Your Kid(dos) Research Hot Drink Ideas to Enter into the Competition

Your kids are the ones entering the competition. They’ll be in the driver seat of actually creating their own recipe from scratch (with some inspiration from below).

There are lots of toasty, kid-friendly drink recipe ideas to get them started:

• Hot caramel apple cider
• Vanilla steamer with cinnamon
• Harry Potter Warm Butterbeer

They’ll get lots of help not only from looking up recipe examples on sites like Pinterest, but also from the worksheet in the free printable (Page 2).

Step #3: Shop for the Ingredients

Once your budding restaurant consultant has determined possible ingredients they’ll need for their signature drink, they’ll need you, Mama Bear, to purchase them.

Take the list your kid(dos) have created and go to the store (solo, or with them) to make the purchases.

Having trouble coming up with a pool of possible ingredients to buy? Use the lists below for inspiration of what to pick up (a few of these ingredients you probably already have at home) and let your kids create what they can from it:

• Bases : hot cocoa, apple cider, chai tea, milk
• Flavors : cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, flavor syrups
• Sweeteners : sugar, brown sugar, caramel
• Creamers : milk, half & half, almond milk, heavy cream, etc.
• Top-offs : whipped cream, caramel sauce, orange peels for zesting

Save your store receipt, as your kid(dos) will need this information to price their drinks later on.

Step #4: Your Kid(dos) Tinker + Perfect their Drink

Using the purchased ingredients as well as anything in your home they can find, host a kitchen lab session where your kid(dos) tinker with ingredients and perfect their super-secret, signature recipes (talk about fun things to do in the winter inside!).

They’ll write down the exact portion sizes to each ingredient that they use as they go along, which is important for the next step.

Step #5: Your Kid(dos) Figure Out the Profit Margin of their Signature Drink

Remember, the goal is to create a new drink for this restaurant that not only costs less than $5, but has at least a 60% profit margin for the owner.

Ahem: between you and me, that means their cost needs to come in under $2.00.

So, as your kid tinkers with ingredients, they need to keep price in mind.

Note: this step can seem a bit unwieldy, but is SO important for the whole process. Just know – I’m outlining both how to do this all by hand, as well as giving you shortcuts to online calculators where your kid(dos) will still learn the process by setting up the inputs and thinking through how it all fits together.

Of course, we’re not talking about the cost of the entire ingredient that you’ve purchased. After all, it’s unlikely they’ll use an entire carton of milk to create one drink. We’re talking about the small portion size that they used of the product.

In other words, they’re not going to get the cost of a single drink they’ve created from your grocery store receipt as it is now. They need to do some calculating based on the measurements of each ingredient that goes into each drink.

You need to know how much it costs to create just ONE of your super-secret signature drinks so that you can calculate the profit margin.

What’s a profit margin? It’s the percentage of what you keep as profit from each $1.00. For example, a 20% profit margin means that we earn $0.20 on every dollar. That means that the other 80% or $0.80 are expenses. Remember that Jack, the man from The Yeti Slide, needs a 60% profit margin, or $0.60 on each dollar in profit after expenses are taken out.

Step #1: Write down your ingredients + quantities.

Step #2: Convert each quantity in your recipe to the quantity on the product label.

Divide your ingredients up by dry ones (like cocoa powder), and wet ones (like heavy cream or vanilla extract).

Then use the appropriate table below to convert the amount in your recipe to the amount that’s found on the ingredient’s product label (front of package).

For example, if you used 3 teaspoons of cocoa powder (dry ingredient), then your conversion is to a ½ ounce (the cocoa powder can is in ounces). Or if you used 2 tablespoons of almond milk, you find on the Wet Conversion table that you used 1 fl. Oz. (the almond milk carton is in Fl. Oz.).

Hint: Can’t find the conversion or a little confused? You can plug the exact quantity of your ingredients into  this liquid converter  or  this dry converter calculator  online and convert it into the measurement found on your product label).

Conversion tables:

Dry Conversions

Liquid Conversions:

Step #3: Calculate the cost of each quantity of ingredient used.

Now you need to price each converted quantity of ingredient by figuring out how much each ounce or fluid ounce costs, and then multiplying it by the amount you’ve used.

Hint: A good estimate to use for dashes of spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg is $0.05.

• Write down the overall price of each ingredient used.
• Write down the converted amount you used of it.
• Divide the total amount in the product package by its price to find what each ounce or fluid ounce costs.
• Then multiply that by the converted amount you used.
• Write down the cost. Then add all of the individual ingredient costs to get your total expense to create the drink.

Example: I used 1 tablespoon (tbsp.) of heavy cream. One 8 fl. oz. container of heavy cream at the store costs $2.99. That is $0.37/ounce. I look at the conversion chart below, and see that 1 tbsp. converts to ½ ounce. So, I divide $0.37/2 ounces, and see that this ingredient for just one drink costs $0.186 (you can round up to $0.19).

Ingredient Cost:   $2.99 _ Converted Amount Used:  ½ fl. Oz.  Total Product Amount:  8 fl. Oz.   Cost per ounce:  _$0.37/fl. Oz.  Cost of Ingredient Used:  $0.37 X ½ = $0.186 .

Looking for a shortcut?  Here’s a free online tool for pricing out beverages . You’ll need the converted amounts.

Step #4: Calculate Your Profit Margin

Figure out how high your profit margin is if you sell the drink for $5.00.

Profit on Drink: $5.00 –  total drink cost  = _ $ _________.

Profit Per Dollar:  Your answer from above  \  Cost drink is sold for ($5.00)  =  $ Profit

Profit Margin:  $ Profit  X 100 =  Profit Margin%

Step #6: Taste Judging Begins

By now you’ve set the scene for some fun things to do in the winter outdoors – think a crackling bonfire out in the backyard (or in your fire pit. Heck, you can de-hibernate the grill for some winter outdoor cooking/heating), plus a table/flat surface where your kids can place their super-secret signature creations.

Bust out some blankets, cover straw bales with table cloths…you get the idea. (And if you’re in Houston like we are? Well, a hoodie should suffice).

Have your kid(dos) place their drinks on the tasting mat, as well as fill in how much their drink costs and what the profit margin is (all calculations they’ll be guided through on the free printable).

Now they get to take a break, while the parents taste + score each one!

Included in the printable are both a tasting mat as well as a score card with specific criteria, such as inventiveness, taste, and profit margin.

Step #7: Declare the Winners

There are winners in a variety of categories, and then an overall drink that is chosen for The Yeti Slide's Yeti Roasts:

• Most Inventive
• Best Money-Maker
• Newest Yeti Slide Signature Drink

Looking for fun things to do in the winter? This two-part activity for your child that will leave them understanding profit margins like a pro, plus give your family an awesome family date night under the stars on a winter evening when you might otherwise be watching tv.

What could be better than that? If nothing else, you’ll have created quite the memory.

Entrepreneur Project #2: A System for Your Child to Identify a Need in Your Home + Propose a Solution

We want to encourage your child to come to you with things they see that could use improvement, and ways they could add value or provide a solution for you.

Let's go through how to do this.

Step #1 : Discuss with your child the idea that people need things + services.

Here's a conversation outline for you with a few blanks to fill in (where underlined) :

“People need things and services in their lives. They need things to maintain their health, they need things to make life more enjoyable. They need parts to make repairs to their belongings. They need really cool items to buy as gifts for others. They need better systems or processes to make things work more efficiently, which just means taking less time and less money and getting the same (or better) results. All over the world, people need things. In my own life, three needs that I've satisfied through purchasing something include  X ,  Y , and  Z . By purchasing them, they made my life easier because  <<FILL IN SPECIFIC INFORMATION FOR EACH EXAMPLE YOU GAVE>> . Generally, when people need something, they are willing to pay money for the solution. That's why there are so many companies, all which provide products + solutions for people's needs.”

Pssst: MAN I wish I could go back 17 years and give myself this talk! Would've saved me several adult years of banging my head against the wall trying to understand how to make money.

Step #2 : Task your child with identifying a need around the house/property/car.

What could this look like?

A Few Examples for you + your kiddo :

• Find a more efficient way to organize the “command center” in your home.
• Use Google Maps or another program to find a more efficient route for your commute.
• Organize the wood pile + create newspaper logs that are fireplace-ready.
• Find a better way to organize/clean/maintain the video game center in your home.
• Clean out your car (I used to do this for my parents!) + add a car trash can to the back area so that in the future the kids can just use that instead of throwing things on the ground.
• Introduce a better laundry system for the family's clothes so that they actually  all  end up in the laundry room, sorted, and ready to be washed.

The possibilities are endless, and specific to what needs your child sees in your family life.

Step #3 : Once they've identified a need and come to you with it, you must decide if it's worth it to you to move forward. Don't be afraid if, after they've told you a need they  think  you have but that you don't  actually  have, to tell them that it isn't a current need of yours. Hey, the road to success is paved with failed products! This is excellent feedback so that they start to understand their “customer” and dig deeper. Perhaps they'll even start to ask YOU what you want from them!

Step #4 : What are both of your expectations for this job so that you know when the job is completed correctly?

Let them tell you what they propose to accomplish and what that would look like.

Then you share what you, as a paying customer, expect in results. Hash this out if need be (just like a real negotiation between a biz and their potential client).

This includes a deadline.

Step #5 : Now you need to ask them for a price.

I know, I know. You might be wondering, “why on earth am I going to let my child choose how much I'm willing to pay them for something they want to do around the house? Isn't it MY money?”

I totally get that. But remember that the nature of this lesson is to ignite that entrepreneurial spirit in them. Instead of you offering what you're willing to pay, have them go through the exercise of pricing their efforts. Then the negotiations start.

This sets them up for good negotiation + valuation skills in the future.

Determine the market price you'll pay, which is where their price (the supplier) and your price (based on how much you need what they're offering + a dash of several other things) meets. $__________.

Step #6 : Your child completes the work + notifies you.

Step #7 : Using the checklist you both created, provide oversight and see if everything is as it was supposed to be.

Step #8 : Pay the agreed upon rate once everything is up to par. And if they don't quite complete the project + deliver what they promised, it's up to you whether you want to make a partial payment, or not pay at all (satisfaction guaranteed could be added to this lesson as well).

If your child makes it through this process, then they will have successfully figured out a “market” need, fulfilled it, and gotten paid from their initiative. This is something that will no doubt shape their futures.

And if they don't quite succeed? Well the lessons are vast for all entrepreneurs as they traverse through the mistakes, failures, and successes.

It's really a win-win situation.

Let me show you what I mean, with an example in my own life.

How I Used this Skill Set to Write My Own First Job Offer Worth $40,000 + Benefits

While some of my dorm mates were floundering around trying to find employment, I was busy enjoying my last two months of college before entering the “real world”.

Why is that? Because I had a job waiting for me. And the only reason why I had that job was I spotted a need in a local company, and wrote my way into it.

I had interned for an organization in my small college town, and they ended up building a start-up company set to open its doors sometime around when I was due to graduate. One day I asked them if I could have a full-time job there come June. The director looked at me, and said, “go ahead and write up a job description of what you propose you would do here. Then we'll see.”

So I went back to my college dorm and worked on a job description. I thought about what the company was trying to achieve, and tied this into what I wanted to do with my life (at least what I thought I wanted to do at the time).

I wish I had saved a copy of the actual job description, but my sharp memory tells me it went something like this:

“Amanda L. Grossman will be the International Marketing & Sales contact at Chesapeake Fields. The International Marketing & Sales Person is responsible for researching new markets around the world where Chesapeake Fields' products would be well received. Primary responsibilities include understanding these markets, making contact with potential wholesalers and distributors, sending samples, and being the brand ambassador for Chesapeake Fields within these markets.”

With one minor change − they put sales in front of marketing in my job title − I got an offer from them for $40,000 + benefits to do just that. Within the one year I worked there, I ended up negotiating an initial container load of $27,000 worth of our product to a major food retailer in Taiwan.

Unfortunately, my job AND that company went under not long after my first and only year there. But writing my way into a company right out of college based on a need I saw that I could fill? Well that was enough to impress future employers who then hired me.

See how lucrative learning this skill could be for your child? I'd love to hear below what needs (perceived or actual ones) your child comes up with to fulfill.

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Uh, I totally love this post! My hubby and I are both entrepreneurs and want to instill the same in our children... definitely going to use these tips!!

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*Squee*! Thanks, Lauren. I'd love to hear what your kiddos come up with:).

Business Plan Template for Middle School

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Teaching middle school students about entrepreneurship is an incredible opportunity to shape young minds and foster a passion for business. But where do you start? ClickUp's Business Plan Template for Middle School is here to help you guide your students through the exciting process of creating their own business plans.

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Business Plan Template for Middle School Benefits

When using the Business Plan Template for Middle School, educators and mentors can provide students with an invaluable learning experience by:

• Teaching fundamental business concepts and skills in a structured and comprehensive manner
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• Building confidence and leadership skills as students present their business plans to their peers and mentors
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Main Elements of Middle School Business Plan Template

If you're an entrepreneurship educator or business mentor looking to guide your middle school students in creating comprehensive business plans, ClickUp's Business Plan Template for Middle School has you covered! Here are the main elements of this template:

• Custom Statuses: Keep track of the progress of each section of the business plan with statuses like Complete, In Progress, Needs Revision, and To Do.
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How To Use Business Plan Template for Middle School

Creating a business plan for middle school students can be a fun and educational experience. Here are four steps to using the Business Plan Template for Middle School in ClickUp:

1. Choose a business idea

First, encourage the middle school students to brainstorm business ideas that they are passionate about. It could be a lemonade stand, a tutoring service, or even a handmade craft business. The goal is to choose a business idea that excites them and aligns with their interests and skills.

Use the Board view in ClickUp to create a list of potential business ideas and have the students vote on their favorite one.

2. Define the business details

Once the business idea is chosen, it's time to define the details of the business. Help the students think about important aspects such as target market, pricing strategy, product or service description, and marketing plan. This step will give them a clear understanding of how their business will operate and what sets it apart from competitors.

Create tasks in ClickUp to break down each aspect of the business details and assign them to the students for research and completion.

3. Set goals and milestones

To keep the students motivated and focused, it's important to set goals and milestones for their business plan. These could include financial goals, marketing goals, or even personal development goals. By setting specific targets, the students will have a clear roadmap to follow and can track their progress along the way.

Use Goals in ClickUp to set measurable objectives for each student and track their progress towards achieving them.

4. Create an action plan

Now that the business idea, details, and goals are established, it's time to create an action plan. Help the students break down the tasks and steps needed to start and grow their business. This could include tasks such as creating a logo, designing a website, conducting market research, or even preparing a sales pitch.

Use the Gantt chart in ClickUp to create a visual timeline of the action plan and assign tasks to each student with due dates.

By following these four steps and utilizing the Business Plan Template for Middle School in ClickUp, students will gain valuable entrepreneurial skills and have a structured plan to turn their business idea into reality.

Get Started with ClickUp’s Business Plan Template for Middle School

Entrepreneurship educators and business mentors in middle schools can use the Business Plan Template for Middle School to guide students in developing comprehensive and structured business plans.

First, hit “Add Template” to sign up for ClickUp and add the template to your Workspace. Make sure you designate which Space or location in your Workspace you’d like this template applied.

Next, invite relevant members or guests to your Workspace to start collaborating.

Now you can take advantage of the full potential of this template to teach students about business planning:

• Use the Topics View to organize different sections of the business plan, such as Executive Summary, Market Analysis, and Financial Projections
• The Status View will help you track the progress of each section, with statuses like Complete, In Progress, Needs Revision, and To Do
• The Timeline View will allow you to set deadlines for each section and visualize the overall timeline of the business plan
• The Business Plan View provides a comprehensive overview of the entire plan, allowing students to see how all the sections fit together
• The Getting Started Guide View offers step-by-step instructions and tips for students who are new to business planning
• Utilize custom fields like Reference, Approved, and Section to add additional information and track important details
• Monitor and analyze the progress of each student's business plan to provide feedback and ensure they are learning key business concepts.
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Tips on writing a business plan.

A business plan template is a framework to help you write a business plan. A good template should show you the areas that you need to cover in the plan and provide you with questions that should be answered throughout the plan.

We are exposing you to business planning to help you understand the many things that have to be considered when developing and managing a business. As you experience your own business start-up you will also realize that things don’t always go as planned in business. You will need to learn to adopt your plan for the many changing variables in business.

As you go through the business planning section, don’t let planning stop you from moving ahead in learning about business. You will find it difficult at first, but once you work with the frameworks, you will move through it rather quickly.

Our goal is for you to get some business planning experience and not to turn you off of business, because of the planning that you have to do. Do what makes sense for you, but the more shortcuts you take, will affect the success of your business.

Good luck with your business planning and the start-up of your business.

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This is a website link to the Small Business Association of the USA government. It is an excellent resource for business planning and other business start-up considerations.

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Online module to help you write a business plan.

www.yahoo.com or www.google.com – search for “business plan templates” and you will find many choices.

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High demand and a recurring revenue model make starting a school business a lucrative and rewarding profession.

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How to Write A School Business Plan?

Writing a school business plan is a crucial step toward the success of your business. Here are the key steps to consider when writing a business plan:

1. Executive Summary

An executive summary is the first section planned to offer an overview of the entire business plan. However, it is written after the entire business plan is ready and summarizes each section of your plan.

Here are a few key components to include in your executive summary:

Introduce your Business:

Start your executive summary by briefly introducing your business to your readers.

Market Opportunity:

Educational programs & services:.

Highlight the school services you offer your clients. The USPs and differentiators you offer are always a plus.

Marketing & Sales Strategies:

Financial highlights:, call to action:.

Ensure your executive summary is clear, concise, easy to understand, and jargon-free.

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2. Business Overview

The business overview section of your business plan offers detailed information about your business. The details you add will depend on how important they are to your business. Yet, business name, location, business history, and future goals are some of the foundational elements you must consider adding to this section:

Business Description:

Describe your business in this section by providing all the basic information:

Describe what kind of school business you run and the name of it. You may specialize in one of the following school businesses:

• Public schools
• Private schools
• Charter schools
• Magnet schools
• Virtual or online schools
• Boarding schools
• International schools
• Religious schools
• Describe the legal structure of your school, whether it is a sole proprietorship, LLC, partnership, or others.
• Explain where your business is located and why you selected the place.

Mission Statement:

Business history:.

If you’re an established school, briefly describe your business history, like—when it was founded, how it evolved over time, etc.

Additionally, If you have received any awards or recognition for excellent work, describe them.

Future Goals

This section should provide a thorough understanding of your business, its history, and its future plans. Keep this section engaging, precise, and to the point.

3. Market Analysis

The market analysis section of your business plan should offer a thorough understanding of the industry with the target market, competitors, and growth opportunities. You should include the following components in this section.

Target market:

Start this section by describing your target market. Define your ideal customer and explain what types of services they prefer. Creating a buyer persona will help you easily define your target market to your readers.

Market size and growth potential:

Describe your market size and growth potential and whether you will target a niche or a much broader market.

Competitive Analysis:

Market trends:.

Analyze emerging trends in the industry, such as technology disruptions, changes in customer behavior or preferences, etc. Explain how your business will cope with all the trends.

Regulatory Environment:

Here are a few tips for writing the market analysis section of your school business plan::

• Conduct market research, industry reports, and surveys to gather data.
• Provide specific and detailed information whenever possible.
• Illustrate your points with charts and graphs.
• Write your business plan keeping your target audience in mind.

4. Products And Services

The product and services section should describe the specific services and products that will be offered to students. To write this section should include the following:

Describe your school services:

Mention the school services your business will offer. This list may include services like,

• Education programs
• Extracurricular activities
• Counseling & Guidance
• Special education services
• Transportation services
• Food services
• Testing and assessments

Describe specialized programs:

Student leadership programs, additional services:.

In short, this section of your school plan must be informative, precise, and client-focused. By providing a clear and compelling description of your offerings, you can help potential investors and readers understand the value of your business.

5. Sales And Marketing Strategies

Writing the sales and marketing strategies section means a list of strategies you will use to attract and retain your clients. Here are some key elements to include in your sales & marketing plan:

Unique Selling Proposition (USP):

Define your business’s USPs depending on the market you serve, the equipment you use, and the unique services you provide. Identifying USPs will help you plan your marketing strategies.

Pricing Strategy:

Marketing strategies:, sales strategies:, customer retention:.

Overall, this section of your school business plan should focus on customer acquisition and retention.

Have a specific, realistic, and data-driven approach while planning sales and marketing strategies for your school business, and be prepared to adapt or make strategic changes in your strategies based on feedback and results.

6. Operations Plan

The operations plan section of your business plan should outline the processes and procedures involved in your business operations, such as staffing requirements and operational processes. Here are a few components to add to your operations plan:

Staffing & Training:

Operational process:, equipment & software:.

Include the list of equipment and software required for school, such as whiteboards & projectors, student information systems, learning management systems, communication & collaboration tools, etc.

Adding these components to your operations plan will help you lay out your business operations, which will eventually help you manage your business effectively.

7. Management Team

The management team section provides an overview of your school business’s management team. This section should provide a detailed description of each manager’s experience and qualifications, as well as their responsibilities and roles.

Founders/CEO:

Key managers:.

Introduce your management and key members of your team, and explain their roles and responsibilities.

Organizational structure:

Compensation plan:, advisors/consultants:.

Mentioning advisors or consultants in your business plans adds credibility to your business idea.

This section should describe the key personnel for your school, highlighting how you have the perfect team to succeed.

8. Financial Plan

Your financial plan section should provide a summary of your business’s financial projections for the first few years. Here are some key elements to include in your financial plan:

Profit & loss statement:

Cash flow statement:, balance sheet:, break-even point:.

Determine and mention your business’s break-even point—the point at which your business costs and revenue will be equal.

Financing Needs:

Be realistic with your financial projections, and make sure you offer relevant information and evidence to support your estimates.

9. Appendix

The appendix section of your plan should include any additional information supporting your business plan’s main content, such as market research, legal documentation, financial statements, and other relevant information.

• Add a table of contents for the appendix section to help readers easily find specific information or sections.
• In addition to your financial statements, provide additional financial documents like tax returns, a list of assets within the business, credit history, and more. These statements must be the latest and offer financial projections for at least the first three or five years of business operations.
• Provide data derived from market research, including stats about the industry, user demographics, and industry trends.
• Include any legal documents such as permits, licenses, and contracts.
• Include any additional documentation related to your business plan, such as product brochures, marketing materials, operational procedures, etc.

Use clear headings and labels for each section of the appendix so that readers can easily find the necessary information.

Remember, the appendix section of your school business plan should only include relevant and important information supporting your plan’s main content.

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Frequently asked questions, why do you need a school business plan.

A business plan is an essential tool for anyone looking to start or run a successful school business. It helps to get clarity in your business, secures funding, and identifies potential challenges while starting and growing your business.

Overall, a well-written plan can help you make informed decisions, which can contribute to the long-term success of your school.

How to get funding for your school business?

There are several ways to get funding for your school business, but self-funding is one of the most efficient and speedy funding options. Other options for funding are:

• Bank loan – You may apply for a loan in government or private banks.
• Small Business Administration (SBA) loan – SBA loans and schemes are available at affordable interest rates, so check the eligibility criteria before applying for it.
• Crowdfunding – The process of supporting a project or business by getting a lot of people to invest in your business, usually online.
• Angel investors – Getting funds from angel investors is one of the most sought startup options.

Apart from all these options, there are small business grants available, check for the same in your location and you can apply for it.

Where to find business plan writers for your school business?

There are many business plan writers available, but no one knows your business and ideas better than you, so we recommend you write your school business plan and outline your vision as you have in your mind.

What is the easiest way to write your school business plan?

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School Business Plan

Over the past 20+ years, we have helped over 500 entrepreneurs and business owners create business plans to start and grow their schools.

If you’re unfamiliar with creating a school business plan, you may think creating one will be a time-consuming and frustrating process. For most entrepreneurs it is, but for you, it won’t be since we’re here to help. We have the experience, resources, and knowledge to help you create a great business plan.

In this article, you will learn some background information on why business planning is important. Then, you will learn how to write a school business plan step-by-step so you can create your plan today.

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What is a School Business Plan?

A business plan provides a snapshot of your school as it stands today, and lays out your growth plan for the next five years. It explains your business goals and your strategies for reaching them. It also includes market research to support your plans.

Why You Need a Business Plan for a School

If you’re looking to start a school or grow your existing school, you need a business plan. A business plan will help you raise funding, if needed, and plan out the growth of your school to improve your chances of success. Your school business plan is a living document that should be updated annually as your company grows and changes.

Sources of Funding for Schools

With regards to funding, the main sources of funding for schools are donations and gifts, tuition, personal savings, credit cards, bank loans, and angel investors. When it comes to bank loans, banks will want to review your business plan and gain confidence that you will be able to repay your loan and interest. To acquire this confidence, the loan officer will not only want to ensure that your financials are reasonable, but they will also want to see a professional plan. Such a plan will give them the confidence that you can successfully and professionally operate a business. Personal savings and bank loans are the most common funding paths for schools.

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How to write a business plan for a school.

If you want to start a school or expand your current one, you need a business plan. The guide below details the necessary information for how to write each essential component of your school business plan.

Executive Summary

Your executive summary provides an introduction to your business plan, but it is normally the last section you write because it provides a summary of each key section of your plan.

The goal of your executive summary is to quickly engage the reader. Explain to them the kind of school you are running and the status. For example, are you a startup, do you have a school that you would like to grow, or are you operating a chain of schools?

Next, provide an overview of each of the subsequent sections of your plan.

• Give a brief overview of the school industry.
• Discuss the type of school you are operating.
• Detail your direct competitors. Give an overview of your target customers.
• Provide a snapshot of your marketing strategy. Identify the key members of your team.
• Offer an overview of your financial plan.

Company Overview

In your company overview, you will detail the type of school you are operating.

For example, you might specialize in one of the following types of schools:

• Private K-12 school : this type of school typically charges tuition, and may be affiliated with a religious organization, or specialize in a particular learning method.
• Charter school: this type of school offers primary or secondary education for a tuition, and may receive some public funding, and/or donations. These schools require their students to take state-mandated exams.
• Special subject school: this type of school specializes in teaching a specific subject, such as driving, first-aid, self-defense, fine arts, language, or general tutoring.
• Preschool: this type of school typically serves children who are aged 3 and 4. These schools prepare young children to enter formal education, and are funded by some combination of tuition, donations, and government grants.

In addition to explaining the type of school you will operate, the company overview needs to provide background on the business.

Include answers to questions such as:

• When and why did you start the business?
• What milestones have you achieved to date? Milestones could include the number of students served, the number of students accepted into elite formal education institutions, etc.
• Your legal business Are you incorporated as an S-Corp? An LLC? A sole proprietorship? Explain your legal structure here.

Industry Analysis

In your industry or market analysis, you need to provide an overview of the school industry.

While this may seem unnecessary, it serves multiple purposes.

First, researching the school industry educates you. It helps you understand the market in which you are operating.

Secondly, market research can improve your marketing strategy, particularly if your analysis identifies market trends.

The third reason is to prove to readers that you are an expert in your industry. By conducting the research and presenting it in your plan, you achieve just that.

The following questions should be answered in the industry analysis section of your school business plan:

• How big is the school industry (in dollars)?
• Is the market declining or increasing?
• Who are the key competitors in the market?
• Who are the key suppliers in the market?
• What trends are affecting the industry?
• What is the industry’s growth forecast over the next 5 – 10 years?
• What is the relevant market size? That is, how big is the potential target market for your school? You can extrapolate such a figure by assessing the size of the market in the entire country and then applying that figure to your local population.

Customer Analysis

The customer analysis section of your school business plan must detail the customers you serve and/or expect to serve.

The following are examples of customer segments: families with elementary-aged children, families with high-school-aged children, families with preschool children.

As you can imagine, the customer segment(s) you choose will have a great impact on the type of school you operate. Clearly, families with high schoolers would respond to different marketing promotions than families with preschoolers, for example.

Try to break out your target customers in terms of their demographic and psychographic profiles. With regards to demographics, including a discussion of the ages, genders, locations, and income levels of the potential customers you seek to serve.

Psychographic profiles explain the wants and needs of your target customers. The more you can recognize and define these needs, the better you will do in attracting and retaining your customers.

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Competitive Analysis

Your competitive analysis should identify the indirect and direct competitors your business faces and then focus on the latter.

Direct competitors are other schools.

Indirect competitors are other options that customers have to purchase from that aren’t directly competing with your product or service. This includes public schools, virtual schools, and families who do homeschooling. You need to mention such competition as well.

For each such competitor, provide an overview of their business and document their strengths and weaknesses. Unless you once worked at your competitors’ businesses, it will be impossible to know everything about them. But you should be able to find out key things about them such as

• What types of students do they serve?
• What type of school are they?
• What is their pricing (premium, low, etc.)?
• What are they good at?
• What are their weaknesses?

With regards to the last two questions, think about your answers from the customers’ perspective. And don’t be afraid to ask your competitors’ customers what they like most and least about them.

The final part of your competitive analysis section is to document your areas of competitive advantage. For example:

• Will you provide specialized instruction, either in subject or in method?
• Will you offer courses or services that your competition doesn’t?
• Will you provide better customer service?
• Will you offer better pricing?

Think about ways you will outperform your competition and document them in this section of your plan.  

Marketing Plan

Traditionally, a marketing plan includes the four P’s: Product, Price, Place, and Promotion. For a school business plan, your marketing strategy should include the following:

Product : In the product section, you should reiterate the type of school that you documented in your company overview. Then, detail the specific products or services you will be offering. For example, will you provide religious-focused K-8 education, college preparatory courses, or single-subject instruction like driving or fine arts?

Price : Document the prices you will offer and how they compare to your competitors. Essentially in the product and price sub-sections of your plan, you are presenting the courses and/or extracurricular activities you offer and their prices.

Place : Place refers to the site of your school. Document where your company is situated and mention how the site will impact your success. For example, is your school located in a growing neighborhood, in the city center, or will you operate purely online? Discuss how your site might be the ideal location for your customers.

Promotions : The final part of your school marketing plan is where you will document how you will drive potential customers to your location(s). The following are some promotional methods you might consider:

• Advertise in local papers, radio stations and/or magazines
• Reach out to websites
• Distribute flyers
• Engage in email marketing
• Advertise on social media platforms
• Improve the SEO (search engine optimization) on your website for targeted keywords

Operations Plan

While the earlier sections of your business plan explained your goals, your operations plan describes how you will meet them. Your operations plan should have two distinct sections as follows.

Everyday short-term processes include all of the tasks involved in running your school, including answering calls, planning and delivering instruction, applying for grants, fundraising, performing administrative tasks, overseeing instructors, handling discipline, scheduling and monitoring extracurricular activities, etc.

Long-term goals are the milestones you hope to achieve. These could include the dates when you expect to enroll your Xth student, or when you hope to reach $X in revenue. It could also be when you expect to expand your school to a new city.  

Management Team

To demonstrate your school’s potential to succeed, a strong management team is essential. Highlight your key players’ backgrounds, emphasizing those skills and experiences that prove their ability to grow a company.

Ideally, you and/or your team members have direct experience in managing schools. If so, highlight this experience and expertise. But also highlight any experience that you think will help your business succeed.

If your team is lacking, consider assembling an advisory board. An advisory board would include 2 to 8 individuals who would act as mentors to your business. They would help answer questions and provide strategic guidance. If needed, look for advisory board members with experience in running a school or experience with public school administration or who has served on a public school board.  

Financial Plan

Your financial plan should include your 5-year financial statement broken out both monthly or quarterly for the first year and then annually. Your financial statements include your income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.

Income Statement

An income statement is more commonly called a Profit and Loss statement or P&L. It shows your revenue and then subtracts your costs to show whether you turned a profit or not.

In developing your income statement, you need to devise assumptions. For example, will you enroll 100 or 1,000 students per semester, and/or offer extracurricular activities? And will sales grow by 2% or 10% per year? As you can imagine, your choice of assumptions will greatly impact the financial forecasts for your business. As much as possible, conduct research to try to root your assumptions in reality.

Balance Sheets

Balance sheets show your assets and liabilities. While balance sheets can include much information, try to simplify them to the key items you need to know about. For instance, if you spend $50,000 on building out your school, this will not give you immediate profits. Rather it is an asset that will hopefully help you generate profits for years to come. Likewise, if a lender writes you a check for $50,000, you don’t need to pay it back immediately. Rather, that is a liability you will pay back over time.

Cash Flow Statement

Your cash flow statement will help determine how much money you need to start or grow your business, and ensure you never run out of money. What most entrepreneurs and business owners don’t realize is that you can turn a profit but run out of money and go bankrupt.

When creating your Income Statement and Balance Sheets be sure to include several of the key costs needed in starting or growing a school:

• Cost of equipment and supplies
• Payroll or salaries paid to staff
• Business insurance
• Other start-up expenses (if you’re a new business) like legal expenses, permits, computer software, and equipment

Attach your full financial projections in the appendix of your plan along with any supporting documents that make your plan more compelling. For example, you might include your school location lease or a list of elective courses or extracurricular activities you will offer.  

Writing a business plan for your school is a worthwhile endeavor. If you follow the template above, by the time you are done, you will truly be an expert. You will understand the school industry, your competition, and your customers. You will develop a marketing strategy and will understand what it takes to launch and grow a successful school.  

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• Choose the Name for Your School
• Create Your School Business Plan
• Choose the Legal Structure for Your School
• Secure Startup Funding for Your School (If Needed)
• Secure a Location for Your Business
• Register Your School with the IRS
• Open a Business Bank Account
• Get a Business Credit Card
• Get the Required Business Licenses and Permits
• Get Business Insurance for Your School
• Buy or Lease the Right School Equipment
• Develop Your School Business Marketing Materials
• Purchase and Setup the Software Needed to Run Your School
• Open for Business

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A school project business idea is like a special plan students create for their school work that’s all about starting a small business. It’s a way for students to bring their ideas to life, by thinking, planning, and doing something like running a business, but within the school. These projects can be about selling products, offering services, or even organizing events. They’re a chance for students to learn by doing, applying what they’ve learned in class to a real-life situation.

These projects are not just about making money; they’re about learning. Students figure out how a business works, how to manage money, how to talk to customers, and how to solve problems. It’s a fun way for students to be creative and develop skills that can help them in the future, teaching them about responsibility and teamwork along the way.

Benefits Of Starting A Unique Business Ideas For School Project

Here are some benefits of starting a unique business ideas for school project:

1. Hands-on Learning

Starting a unique business idea for a school project provides practical learning experiences. It’s like doing things instead of just reading about them, offering a real taste of how business works, teaching students more than just facts.

2. Skill Development

It’s like a playground for skills. Students learn how to talk to people, work in a team, handle money, and solve problems. These skills aren’t just for the project; they’re important skills for life.

3. Applying Classroom Knowledge

Things learned in class become real in these projects. For example, if they’re studying math, they can use it to manage their project’s money or understand profit and loss.

4. Understanding Business Concepts

Students get a peek into how businesses run. They learn about making products or providing services, advertising, and dealing with customers, which helps them see how real businesses operate.

5. Boosting Confidence

By doing a project and seeing it succeed, students feel confident about their abilities. It’s like a high-five for their hard work, helping them believe in themselves and their skills.

Factors To Consider When Choosing A School Project Business Idea

Here are some factors to consider when choosing a school project business idea:

1. Interest and Passion

Choosing a project idea that students are excited about and love doing is really important. When they’re passionate, it feels less like work and more like fun. It helps them stay motivated and committed to the project.

2. Resources Available

Students need to think about what they have access to in the context of Education 4.0 —like materials, time, and support. It’s about being realistic and choosing an idea that fits what’s available. For example, if they have limited funds, choosing a costly project might not be the best idea in the era of Education 4.0.

3. Target Audience

Knowing who the project is for is vital. Students need to think about who will be interested in what they’re offering. Comprehending the requirements and inclinations of their target audience aids in customizing their project for enhanced success.

4. Feasibility and Scalability

The project idea should be doable within the given time and resources. It’s good to start small, but also to think if the idea could grow bigger if things go well. Starting small helps understand how to expand.

5. Educational Value

The project should not just be about making money; it should teach something. Students need to consider what they can learn from the project and how it aligns with their educational goals.

40+ Fun & Profitable Unique Business Ideas For School Project

In this section we provide 40+ fun and profitable unique business ideas for school project:

1. Pet Sitting Services

Pet sitting services provide a convenient solution for pet owner who need someone to care for their furry friends while they are away. This project requires minimal investment in advertising, basic pet care supplies, and transportation. 

Finance Required

Skills required.

• Basic knowledge of pet care
• Responsible and reliable nature
• Good communication skills

2. Customized T-Shirt Printing

Customized t-shirt printing allows individuals to express their creativity by designing and printing unique t-shirts. This project requires a t-shirt printing machine, blank t-shirts, and various printing supplies.

• Graphic design skills
• Knowledge of t-shirt printing techniques
• Marketing and customer service skills

3. Organic Gardening and Produce Sales

Organic gardening involves growing fruits and vegetables without the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers. Students can sell the organic produce they grow at local farmers’ markets or through a subscription-based service. This project requires gardening tools, seeds, and marketing materials. 

Low to Moderate

• Gardening and horticulture knowledge
• Marketing and sales skills
• Understanding of organic farming practices

4. Event Planning Services

Event planning services involve organizing and coordinating various events, such as birthday celebrations,corporate gatherings and weddings. Students can offer their services by creating customized event packages and coordinating with vendors. This project requires excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage budgets effectively.

Low to Moderate 

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Attention to detail

5. Handmade Jewelry Design and Sales

Handmade jewelry design and sales involve creating unique and artistic jewelry pieces using various materials, such as beads, gemstones, and metals. Students can sell their creations online, at local craft fairs, or through consignment in retail stores. This project requires jewelry-making tools, materials, and marketing materials. 

• Creativity and design skills
• Basic knowledge of jewelry-making techniques

6. Mobile App Development

Mobile app development involves creating applications for smartphones and tablets. Students can develop apps for various purposes, such as gaming, productivity, or education. This project requires programming skills, access to a computer or laptop, and software development tools. 

Low to High (depending on app complexity) 

• Programming skills (such as Java, Swift, or HTML)
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• User interface design knowledge

7. Eco-friendly Cleaning Products

Eco-friendly cleaning products are becoming increasingly popular as people seek environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional cleaning supplies. Students can create and sell their own line of eco-friendly cleaning products, such as all-purpose cleaners, laundry detergents, and dish soaps. This project requires research on eco-friendly ingredients, packaging materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of eco-friendly ingredients and their benefits
• Basic understanding of chemistry

8. Language Tutoring Services

Language tutoring services involve teaching others to speak and understand different languages. Students can offer one-on-one tutoring sessions or group lessons either in person or online. This project requires proficiency in the chosen language, teaching materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Fluency in the chosen language
• Teaching and communication skills
• Patience and adaptability

9. Local Tour Guide Services

Local tour guide services involve providing guided tours and showcasing the attractions and landmarks in a particular area. Students can create customized tour packages and offer their services to tourists or locals. This project requires in-depth knowledge of the local area, good communication skills, and marketing efforts. 

• Extensive knowledge of the local area
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills
• Ability to manage and coordinate tours

10. Upcycled Furniture Design and Sales

Upcycled furniture design and sales involve transforming old and discarded furniture into unique and stylish pieces. Students can acquire old furniture, refurbish and redesign them, and sell them to customers looking for sustainable and affordable home decor options. This project requires furniture restoration tools, materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Basic knowledge of furniture restoration techniques

11. Personalized Gift Creation

Personalized gift creation involves designing and creating customized gifts for various occasions, such as birthday parties, weddings, and anniversaries. Students can offer personalized items, such as engraved jewelry, custom-made photo albums, or monogrammed accessories. This project requires crafting materials, design software, and marketing efforts. 

12. Vintage Clothing Resale

Vintage clothing resale involves sourcing and selling vintage and retro clothing items. Students can curate a collection of unique and fashionable vintage pieces and sell them online or through pop-up shops. This project requires sourcing vintage clothing, marketing efforts, and packaging materials. 

• Knowledge of vintage fashion trends
• Basic understanding of clothing sizing and alterations

13. Personal Fitness Training

Personal fitness training involves providing customized fitness plans and guidance to individuals looking to achieve their health and fitness goals. Students can offer one-on-one training sessions or group fitness classes. This project requires fitness certifications, fitness equipment, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of exercise techniques and fitness principles
• Motivational and coaching skills

14. Virtual Assistance Services

Virtual assistance services involve providing administrative and organizational support to individuals or businesses remotely. Students can offer services such as email management, scheduling, social media management, and data entry. This project requires a computer or laptop, internet access, and marketing efforts. 

• Excellent communication and computer skills

15. Homemade Soap and Bath Product Creation

Homemade soap and bath product creation involves making natural and luxurious soaps, bath bombs, and body scrubs. Students can create their own unique formulations and sell these products online or at local markets. This project requires soap-making ingredients, molds, and packaging materials. 

• Knowledge of soap-making techniques and ingredients

16. Online Reselling

Online reselling involves sourcing and selling second-hand or discounted items through online platforms. Students can find items at thrift stores, garage sales, or clearance sales, and resell them at a higher price. This project requires an online selling platform account, packaging materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of market trends and popular items
• Basic understanding of online selling platforms

18. Photography Services

Photography services involve capturing moments and creating memorable images for various occasions, such as weddings, birthdays, or family portraits. Students can offer their photography skills for hire and provide digital or printed copies of the photographs. This project requires a camera, photography accessories, and marketing efforts.

• Knowledge of photography techniques and equipment
• Creativity and an eye for composition

19. Outdoor Adventure Guide Services

Outdoor adventure guide services involve leading and organizing outdoor activities, such as hiking, tracking, or camping trips. Students can create adventure packages and offer their services to adventure enthusiasts. This project requires knowledge of outdoor activities, safety equipment, and marketing efforts.

  Low to Moderate 

• Extensive knowledge of outdoor activities and safety protocols
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage and coordinate group activities

20. Social Media Management

Social media management involves managing and maintaining social media accounts for individuals or businesses. Students can offer services such as content creation, posting schedules, and interaction with followers. This project requires knowledge of social media platforms, content creation tools, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of various social media platforms
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Basic understanding of content creation and marketing

21. Handmade Candle Making

Handmade candle making involves creating unique and scented candles using various waxes, fragrances, and molds. Students can sell their handmade candles online, at local markets, or through consignment in retail stores. This project requires candle-making supplies, fragrance oils, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of candle-making techniques and materials

22. Computer Repair Services

Computer repair services involve diagnosing and fixing hardware or software issues on computers and laptops. Students can offer troubleshooting and repair services to individuals or businesses in need. This project requires knowledge of computer hardware and software, repair tools, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of computer hardware and software troubleshooting

23. Healthy Meal Prep Services

Healthy meal prep services involve preparing and delivering nutritious and ready-to-eat meals to individuals or families. Students can create customized meal plans based on dietary preferences and deliver the meals on a regular basis. This project requires meal prep containers, cooking equipment, and marketing efforts. 

• Culinary skills and ability to prepare nutritious meals
• Time-management and organizational skills

24. Graphic Design Services

Graphic design services involve creating visual content for various purposes, such as logos, brochures, websites, or social media posts. Students can offer their graphic design skills for hire and provide customized designs based on client needs. This project requires graphic design software, a computer or laptop, and marketing efforts. 

• Proficiency with graphic design programs (like Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop)
• Attention to detailed information and ability to understand client requirements

25. Personalized Stationery Design and Sales

Personalized stationery design and sales involve creating and selling customized stationery items, such as notepads, greeting cards, or planners. Students can offer personalized designs based on client preferences and sell them online or at local markets. This project requires stationery materials, printing equipment, and marketing efforts. 

• Knowledge of printing techniques and materials

26. Handmade Home Decor

Handmade home decor involves creating unique and artistic home decoration items, such as wall art, pillows, or ceramics. Students can sell their handmade creations online, at local craft fairs, or through consignment in retail stores. This project requires crafting materials, design tools, and marketing efforts. 

• Basic knowledge of crafting techniques and materials

27. Music Lessons

Music lessons involve teaching individuals to play musical instruments or improve their singing skills. Students can offer one-on-one lessons or group classes either in person or online. This project requires proficiency in the chosen musical instrument or vocal training, teaching materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Proficiency in the chosen musical instrument or vocal training

28. Freelance Writing Services

Freelance writing services involve providing written content for various purposes, such as articles, blog posts, or website copy. Students can offer their writing skills for hire and provide customized content based on client requirements. This project requires good writing skills, research capabilities, and marketing efforts. 

• Excellent writing skills
• Research and information-gathering abilities
• Marketing and client communication skills

29. Eco-friendly Product Retail

Eco-friendly product retail involves sourcing and selling environmentally friendly products, such as reusable water bottles, sustainable clothing, or zero-waste items. Students can create an online store or sell products through pop-up shops. This project requires sourcing eco-friendly products, marketing efforts, and packaging materials. 

• Knowledge of eco-friendly products and their benefits
• Basic understanding of online retail or pop-up shop management

30. Online Fitness Classes

Online fitness classes involve providing workout sessions and fitness guidance through virtual platforms. Students can create customized fitness programs, conduct live or pre-recorded classes, and offer personalized coaching. This project requires fitness certifications, video recording equipment, and marketing efforts. 

• Ability to create engaging and effective workout programs

31. Social Media Influencer

Social media influencing involves building a following on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok and partnering with brands for sponsored content or collaborations. Students can create engaging and relevant content to attract followers and monetize their social media presence. This project requires content creation skills, social media management, and marketing efforts. 

• Creativity and content creation skills
• Familiarity with social media platforms and trends
• Marketing and negotiation skills

32. Online Language Courses 

Online language courses involve creating and teaching language courses through virtual platforms. Students can offer courses for various levels and languages, providing study materials, exercises, and personalized feedback. This project requires fluency in the chosen language, teaching materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Ability to create engaging and effective language learning materials

33. Arts and Crafts Workshops

Arts and crafts workshops involve organizing and conducting creative workshops for individuals or groups. Students can teach various art techniques, such as painting, pottery, or jewelry making. This project requires art supplies, workshop space, and marketing efforts. 

Finance Required 

 skills required.

• Proficiency in the chosen art technique
• Ability to create engaging and educational workshop content

34. Online Coaching and Mentoring

Giving advice and assistance to people looking to advance personally or professionally is the goal of online coaching and mentoring. Students can offer coaching services in areas such as career development, life skills, or academic success. This project requires expertise in the chosen coaching area, coaching materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Expertise in the chosen coaching area
• Active listening and communication skills

35. Personalized Home Organization Services

Personalized home organization services involve helping individuals declutter and organize their living spaces. Students can offer organizing services for specific areas, such as closets, kitchens, or home offices. This project requires organizing tools, transportation, and marketing efforts. 

• Attention to detail and ability to create efficient systems

36. Digital Marketing Consultancy

Digital marketing consultancy involves providing expert advice and strategies to businesses looking to enhance their online presence. Students can provide services such as social media marketing, search engine optimization, or content creation. This project requires knowledge of digital marketing strategies, marketing tools, and client communication.

• Knowledge of digital marketing strategies and tools
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

37. Eco-tourism Guide Services

Eco-tourism guide services involve leading and organizing environmentally friendly tours in natural or conservation areas. Students can create eco-tourism packages and educate participants about wildlife, ecosystems, and sustainable practices. This project requires knowledge of eco-tourism principles, safety equipment, and marketing efforts. 

• Extensive knowledge of local ecosystems and wildlife
• Ability to educate and engage participants in sustainable practices

38. Virtual Reality (VR) Experience Creation 

Virtual reality experience creation involves developing immersive and interactive virtual reality content for entertainment or educational purposes. Students can create virtual reality experiences and offer them for rent or provide on-site experiences at events. This project requires virtual reality equipment, software development skills, and marketing efforts. 

Moderate to High 

• Knowledge of virtual reality technology and software
• Programming and software development skills
• Creativity and storytelling abilities

39. Online Tutoring Services

Online tutoring services involve providing academic support and guidance to students in various subjects. Students can offer one-on-one tutoring sessions or group lessons through virtual platforms. This project requires expertise in the chosen subject, teaching materials, and marketing efforts. 

• Proficiency in the chosen subject
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to individual learning styles

40. Custom Cake Design and Baking

Custom cake design and baking involve creating unique and customized cakes for special occasions, such as birthdays, weddings, or anniversaries. Students can offer their baking and cake decorating skills and provide personalized designs based on client preferences. This project requires baking supplies, cake decorating tools, and marketing efforts. 

• Baking and cake decorating skills

41. Online Yoga and Meditation Classes 

Online yoga and meditation classes involve providing virtual sessions for individuals seeking relaxation, mindfulness, and physical well-being. Students can create customized yoga and meditation programs, conduct live or pre-recorded classes, and offer personalized guidance. This project requires yoga certifications, video recording equipment, and marketing efforts.

• Proficiency in yoga and meditation techniques
• Ability to create calming and engaging sessions

Steps To Develop A Unique Business Idea

Here are some main steps to develop a unique business idea:

Step 1: Identify Interests and Problems

Step 2: Research and Brainstorm Ideas

Step 3: Define Target Audience and Needs

Step 4: Create a Unique Solution or Product

Step 5: Plan and Test Your Idea

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Tips For Successfully Completing The School Project Business

Here are some tips for successfully completing the school project business:

Tip 1: Plan and Organize

Create a plan and keep things organized. Planning helps to know what to do, when to do it, and what materials are needed, while being organized makes the project easier to manage.

Tip 2: Communicate Well

Good communication is essential. Talking to team members and customers helps everyone know what’s going on, preventing misunderstandings and keeping the project on track.

Tip 3: Stay Flexible

Being flexible helps to adapt to changes or problems. Things might not always go as planned, so being open to changes and new ideas is important.

Tip 4: Learn from Mistakes

Mistakes happen, and that’s alright. Learning from them helps to improve. Instead of feeling bad, see mistakes as chances to do better next time.

Tip 5: Celebrate Achievements

Celebrate progress and success. Recognizing accomplishments, big or small, keeps motivation high and shows how much has been achieved.

Challenges While Implementing Unique Business Ideas And How To Overcome Them

Here are some challenges while implementing unique business ideas and how to overcome them: 

1. Limited market acceptance

One of the challenges in implementing unique business ideas is the limited acceptance of new concepts in the market.

How To Overcome: Businesses can conduct market research to understand the target audience’s needs and preferences, and then tailor their unique idea to meet those demands effectively.

2. Lack of funding

Another challenge is the lack of funding to bring unique business ideas to life.

How To Overcome: Individual investors, venture capitalists, crowdsourcing, and even bootstrapping are just a few of the funding possibilities available to entrepreneurs. Additionally, in order to draw in possible investors, they can write an engaging business plan.

3. Resistance to change

Implementing unique business ideas often faces resistance from employees, customers, or even stakeholders who are comfortable with the status quo. 

How To Overcome: Businesses should focus on effective communication and change management strategies. They can involve employees in the decision-making process, provide training and support, and demonstrate the benefits of the new idea to gain buy-in from all stakeholders.

4. Competitive landscape

Unique business ideas may face intense competition from existing players in the market. 

How To Overcome: Businesses should differentiate themselves by emphasizing their unique selling points and value proposition. They can also focus on creating a strong brand identity and building customer loyalty through exceptional service and innovative marketing strategies.

5. Uncertainty And Risk

Implementing unique business ideas involves a certain level of uncertainty and risk.

How To Overcome: Businesses can conduct thorough market research, analyze potential risks, and develop contingency plans. They can also seek advice from industry experts and mentors to gain insights and guidance throughout the implementation process.

After exploring unique business ideas for school project is an engaging path toward practical education . Students discover the significance of hands-on learning, navigating the ropes of entrepreneurship within their educational sphere. Considering passion, resources, and audience, 40+ creative business ideas cater to school projects. 

Understanding how to develop unique ideas and implementing essential success tips equips students with practical skills. Challenges become stepping stones, encouraging adaptability and resilience. These projects foster growth, shaping young minds for future ventures. Embracing creativity and learning from experience, students find inspiration and valuable lessons, laying a solid foundation for their entrepreneurial journey.

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The Correspondence Project: A Lesson of Letters

• Resources & Preparation
• Instructional Plan
• Related Resources

Students practice writing effective letters for a variety of real-life situations, such as responding to a prompt on a standardized test, corresponding with distant family members, or communicating with a business. They begin by reviewing the differences between business and friendly letter formats, using examples and a Venn diagram. Next, students write two letters, choosing from a list of prompts that include letters for varying audiences and purposes. After completing drafts and revisions, students complete their final versions using an online tool.

Featured Resources

Letter Generator : This online tool allows students to read about the parts of a letter. They can then write and print their own friendly or business letter. Interactive Venn Diagram : Use this online tool to organize ideas for a compare and contrast essay, or while reading to compare and contrast two works of literature.

From Theory to Practice

In Both Art and Craft: Teaching Ideas That Spark Learning , Diana Mitchell explains that teaching is "about gently uncovering ways for students to find their way into the learning by making connections within themselves" (23). Students are more likely to "find their way into learning" when assignments have clear application to real-world tasks. As Mitchell explains it, these types of assignments, "have a ‘nowness' about them; there is a reason for an importance to doing them at this point in time" (24). In addition, personal connections are made more easily when students have a degree of choice within a writing assignment. Mitchell triumphs assignments that "are fun and interesting," as well as those that "provide lots of possibilities and tap into . . . imagination" (24). In that spirit, this lesson in letter writing provides a functional application for writing and, at the same time, encourages students to make personal connections through a variety of letter topics. Further Reading

Common Core Standards

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State Standards

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NCTE/IRA National Standards for the English Language Arts

• 3. Students apply a wide range of strategies to comprehend, interpret, evaluate, and appreciate texts. They draw on their prior experience, their interactions with other readers and writers, their knowledge of word meaning and of other texts, their word identification strategies, and their understanding of textual features (e.g., sound-letter correspondence, sentence structure, context, graphics).
• 4. Students adjust their use of spoken, written, and visual language (e.g., conventions, style, vocabulary) to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences and for different purposes.
• 5. Students employ a wide range of strategies as they write and use different writing process elements appropriately to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes.
• 6. Students apply knowledge of language structure, language conventions (e.g., spelling and punctuation), media techniques, figurative language, and genre to create, critique, and discuss print and nonprint texts.
• 8. Students use a variety of technological and information resources (e.g., libraries, databases, computer networks, video) to gather and synthesize information and to create and communicate knowledge.
• 11. Students participate as knowledgeable, reflective, creative, and critical members of a variety of literacy communities.
• 12. Students use spoken, written, and visual language to accomplish their own purposes (e.g., for learning, enjoyment, persuasion, and the exchange of information).

Materials and Technology

Computers with Internet access for student use

• Contemplating Correspondence
• Contemplating Correspondence Key
• Correspondence Project Prompts
• Business and Friendly Letter Samples
• Rubric for Correspondence Project
• Venn Diagram

Preparation

• Review the Correspondence Project Prompts and determine the requirements for the class. Decide on the number of letters students will write as well as any letters that you will require. You may wish to choose specific prompts to ensure that students write at least one letter using business format and one using friendly format. You can also require 2 letters and allow students to choose additional letters freely.
• Venn Diagram handout (if computer access is not available)
• Make one copy of the Contemplating Correspondence Key for yourself.
• Make overhead transparencies of the Business and Friendly Letter Samples and the Venn Diagram handout (needed only if computer access is not available).
• Test the interactive  Venn Diagram and Letter Generator on your computers to familiarize yourself with the tools and ensure that you have the Flash plug-in installed. You can download the plug-in from the technical support page .

Student Objectives

Students will

• review examples of business and friendly letters.
• compare business and friendly letter formats.
• write letters in response to specific writing prompts.
• apply knowledge of language structure and conventions.
• adjust their use of writing conventions, style, and vocabulary for a variety of audiences and purposes.

Session One

• Distribute copies of the Contemplating Correspondence sheet.
• Explain that most questions have more than one “correct” answers. Suggest that students leave any questions that they are unsure about blank and return to them after the class discussion of the sheets.
• Allow students a few minutes to respond.
• Review the students' responses to the Contemplating Correspondence sheet, using the questions as a springboard for a brief class discussion about writing letters. Refer to the Contemplating Correspondence Key to ensure students recognize the most basic details.
• Tell students that they will be completing a letter writing project. Before writing the letters, however, they will review standard business and friendly letter formats.
• Discuss the difference between the friendly letter format and a friendly tone. Explain that people can use the friendly letter format for letters that have a more formal tone (e.g., a condolence letter to someone the author does not know well).
• Share the Friendly Letter Sample by distributing copies to students, and displaying the sample using an overhead transparency.
• Have students take turns reading the body of the letter aloud.
• Identify the main parts of a friendly letter (heading, greeting, body, closing, and signature) by allowing student volunteers to take turns using a non-permanent transparency marker to label each of the five main parts. Ask students to label their handouts in the same manner.
• Use Writing the Basic Business Letter from the Purdue OWL to supplement the discussion of the parts of letters.

Session Two

• Review the information covered in Session One by asking students what they remember about friendly letter format.
• Tell students that during this session, they will be reviewing business letter format.
• Ask students if business letter format is for use only by businesses. Use student responses as a springboard for discussion on the various uses for business letters (e.g., applying for employment, expressing a consumer complaint to company).
• Share the Business Letter Sample by distributing copies to students and displaying the sample by using an overhead transparency.
• Identify the main parts of a business letter (heading, inside address, greeting, body, closing, and signature) by allowing student volunteers to take turns using a non-permanent transparency marker to label each of the six main parts. Instruct students to label their handouts in the same manner.
• Again, you can use Writing the Basic Business Letter from the Purdue OWL to supplement the discussion of the parts of letters.
• Discuss the differences between the full-block and modified-block formats. Point to the additional sample letters from the Purdue OWL or Sample Complaint Letter to discuss the formats.
• Have students compare friendly and business letter formats using the interactive Venn Diagram . Teachers also may wish to have students complete a separate Venn Diagram to compare and contrast full-block and modified-block formats. If computer access is not available, distribute copies of the Venn Diagram handout to students and display the diagram using an overhead transparency. Allow students to complete the diagram together by allowing student volunteers to take turns using a non-permanent transparency maker to identify common and dissimilar traits between the two letter formats. Students should follow along by filling in their own diagrams on their handouts.
• Distribute the Correspondence Project Prompts and the Rubric for Correspondence Project to students. Explain the requirements you have chosen for the project, giving students details on the number of letters they should write and any required prompts they must respond to.
• Review the Rubric for Correspondence Project and ensure that students understand the expectations for the project.
• In the remaining time, have students begin the process of choosing letters to write and drafting their correspondence. Explain that students will continue this work during the next class session.

Session Three

• Review the Correspondence Project Prompts and the Rubric for Correspondence Project . Answer any questions regarding the project.
• Tell students that the goal for this session is to complete drafts of at least two letters.
• Make newspapers, scissors, and tape available to students for use with the first prompt (a job application letter).
• Circulate among students as they work, and assist as needed.
• Students who require extra time to complete their drafts should do so as homework.

Session Four

• Check for completion of at least two letters.
• Review the Correspondence Project Prompts and the Rubric for Correspondence Project .
• Tell students that the goal for this session is to complete drafts for the remaining letters.
• Students who require extra time to complete their letters should do so as homework.
• Ask students to bring all completed drafts with them to the next class session.

Session Five

• Review the Rubric for Correspondence Project .
• Introduce students to the interactive Letter Generator , and explain that they will be revising their drafts and using this tool to create final versions of their work.
• Allow students time to revise their drafts. Revision options are endless and open to teacher preference. Students may proofread and revise independently, through “pair and share” edit sessions with classmates, or by basing revisions on teacher remarks and comments if the teacher wishes to collect the drafts prior to Session Five and return them with comments at the beginning of the session.
• Students should complete their draft revisions and create final versions using the interactive Letter Generator .
• If needed, add a sixth session to the lesson to allow students time to complete their letters using the interactive Letter Generator .
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• Depending on the grade and skill level of students, a mini-lesson on properly addressing an envelope and folding a letter might be a worthwhile addition to this project.
• Use the online interactive Postcard Creator as a lesson extension or letter alternative. Many of the friendly letter prompts would adapt easily to a postcard format.
• The EDSITEment lesson I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Someone a Letter offers a collection of historically significant letters and can provide a useful extension to this lesson.

Student Assessment / Reflections

• Assess students’ understanding of the purposes and formats of business and friendly letters through observation and anecdotal notes of student participation during classroom discussions.
• Assess students’ use of interactive tools through observation and anecdotal notes of student work while using the interactive tools.
• Check for proper completion of the interactive Venn Diagram contrasting letter formats.
• Use the Rubric for Correspondence Project to assess the letters students have written.
• Student Interactives
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The Letter Generator is a useful tool for students to learn the parts of a business or friendly letter and then compose and print letters for both styles of correspondence.

The Postcard Creator helps students learn to identify all the typical parts of a postcard, and then generate their own postcard messages by typing information into letter templates. After printing their texts, students can illustrate the front of their postcards in a variety of ways, including drawing, collage, and stickers.

This interactive tool allows students to create Venn diagrams that contain two or three overlapping circles, enabling them to organize their information logically.

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In middle school, students face new personal and academic challenges. Students must deal with multiple classes and teachers, juggling due dates and preparing for standardized tests. Plus, they must manage all this while learning to develop homework strategies, take responsibility for their grades and cultivate passions — that’s a lot to keep track of at once.

At Success by Design, our middle school student planner meets the unique personal and developmental needs of students in grades six through eight. Choose from our selection of discount middle school planners for a limited time only.

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Middle School Student Planner

About our middle school assignment planners.

Junior high school is a time of personal and academic challenges for many students. Unlike elementary school, students in middle school must juggle multiple classes, manage various due dates and prepare for standardized tests. In addition to in-school responsibilities, students are starting to develop homework strategies, learning how to take responsibility for their grades and discovering their passions through extracurricular activities.

One of the best ways for learners of any age to stay organized is with a homework planner. At Success by Design, we understand the unique needs of middle school students and offer comprehensive planner options to help students stay on top of their personal and academic responsibilities. 

Features of Our School Planners for Middle School

Each spiral-bound student planner features a durable cover and includes a quick reference guide. We tailor our planners to student's cognitive stage and offer two themes for students aged 10 to 14:

• Prepare. Excel. Succeed.: With weekly vocabulary words, test questions and an area to plan after-school activities, the simple layout of our Prepare. Excel. Succeed. planner allows learners to manage their time effectively . Your students can use our printed planner to develop the necessary skills for content mastery.
• Plan Better, Live Boldly.: Our Plan Better, Live Boldly. planner helps students develop good character through pages dedicated to valuable character traits and the importance of developing good behavior. When students get an in-depth look at these character traits, they gain the confidence to apply these skills in their daily life.

Middle school is a time for students to become more independent and start planning for the future. All of our middle school student planners also include the following features to help your learners develop critical thinking and time management skills:

• Dated and undated pages
• Goal setting pages
• Durable spiral binding
• Goal setting sections

Customization Options

Get your students excited about using their planners by customizing your order to match your school's culture. Choose from school , STEM and religious imprint covers or have your cover showcase school spirit by displaying your school colors, motto or mascot. You can also further customize your middle school agenda books by adding the following features:

• Student handbook sections
• School name
• School calendar sections
• Multiple color designs
• Resource pages

Supplemental Items

To further enhance your middle school assignment planners, you have the option to add supplemental items such as:

• Student handbooks
• Hall passes
• Character inserts

When you add these inserts , your students can easily access essential information and recourses to achieve academic success.

Stay Organized With The Best Planners for Middle School Students From Success by Design

As an administrator, you must help your students stay on track to achieve academic success. At Success by Design, we understand the challenges middle school students face and use this knowledge to create planners that give students the ability to focus, learn and grow.

Our student planners have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you or your students are not completely satisfied with our planners, call one of our customer service representatives and we will refund your purchase. To learn more about our planners, contact our team at 844-263-0872 today!

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Berkeley Public Schools

Middle School Assignment Plan

On June 15, 2022, after more than four years of consideration by staff and the Berkeley community, the Board of Education unanimously voted to implement a new, three-zone assignment policy for middle school, beginning in the Fall of 2023.

In 1968, Berkeley Unified voluntarily integrated all schools.  Our commitment to this important and precious legacy continues to be a primary value in our community, and was one of the key drivers of staff’s recommendation, and the School Board’s decision, to better integrate our middle schools with a three-zone assignment system.

FIND YOUR ZONE

Key Board Meetings

June 15, 2022: Board Approves 3 Zone Middle School Model

November 9, 2022: Board Discusses Manner of Middle School Assignment

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Anti-Bullying: Board Policy | Administrative Regulation | Compliance

Suicide Prevention: Board Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. Accordingly, BUSD programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression; nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs which ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (Board Policy 0410, Board Policy 1311, Board Policy 4030, Board Policy 5145.3, Board Policy 5145.7)

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. (Board Policy 4030)

Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the district webpage at www.berkeleyschools.net/complaints .

All Proofs must be current originals (issued within the last 2 months) imprinted with the name and current Berkeley residential address of the parent/legal guardian. A student can have only one residency for purposes of establishing residency and must be living in Berkeley when submitting forms.

Only personal accounts will be accepted. No care of, DBA or Business accounts.

• Voter registration for the most recent or upcoming election
• Checking/Savings bank statement
• Credit card statement
• Action letter from Social Services or Government Agency (canot be property)
• Entire utility bill,contract or receipt (PG&E, Landline phone, EBMUD, Internet or Cable)
• Paycheck stub or letter from employer on official company letterhead confirming employment and address on file
• Valid automobile registration
• Valid automobile insurance
• Rental contract/lease with payment receipt
• Current Renters or Homeowners insurance policy
• Current property taxes
• Property deed dated within the year

If your child is new to Berkeley Unified School District or starting preschool, transitional kindergarten, kindergarten, or 7th grade, you will need to provide your child’s school with documentation that your child has been fully immunized. California state law ( Senate Bill 277 ) no longer allows parents/guardians of students to submit a personal belief exemption form for any currently required immunizations.

Children who have not provided BUSD with documentation verifying they have received all required immunizations prior to the first day of school will not be allowed to attend school until all immunization records have been provided.

More Information

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Business Letter Activities for Middle School

How to Write Recommendation Letters for Students

When teaching middle school students, it is important to present real-world applications of the skills being taught. Writing business letters allows students to practice their writing and computer skills in a way that students are likely to encounter in life. Students gain experience conducting business online through email and also through handwritten letters.

Letter of Complaint

Present a beat up, ripped box to the class and open it up to reveal a broken item. Create a scenario for students about the item arriving broken after shipping and have them write a letter to complain about the condition of the product when it arrived. Provide students with a list of words that convey a negative tone, such as agitated, frustrated or displeased, to help them convey the proper tone in their letters. Explain that, while they may be angry, it is important to focus on explaining the problem with the product and asking for it to be corrected rather than filling the letter with inappropriate language and threats.

Persuasive Letter

Have students choose an issue that is important to them in the school, community or the world. Instruct students to write a letter to someone in a position of power, such as the school principal, mayor or president to express an opinion on the issue and urge that person to take action.

Create a Letterhead

Many companies have their own letterhead. Have students create a company. Using a graphic design or publishing program, ask students to construct a letterhead for that company. The letterhead should include the company's name, contact information and colors and images that represent the company. Students can use the letterhead to write sample company business letters.

Address an Envelope

With the popularity of email, many students no longer send traditional lettters. Have students practice properly addressing an envelope. To help students tell whether or not they have addressed the envelope correctly, address it to the student's home address or the school address and mail it. If the letter arrives through the mail, it was addressed correctly.

Fix the Letter

Once students have written business letters, choose letters with common errors and copy them. Remove student names before copying to prevent student embarassment. Provide students with copies of the letters and ask them to edit for spelling and grammatical errors, as well as errors in word choice and letter format.

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• "Middle Ground"; Writing Wrongs... Business Letters Give Students a Voice in World Affairs; Ron Adams; August 2001

Stacy Zeiger began writing in 2000 for "Suburban News Publication" in Ohio and has expanded to teaching writing as an eighth grade English teacher. Zeiger completed creative writing course work at Miami University and holds a B.A. in English and a M.Ed. in secondary education from Ohio State.

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