Our vision is for every student to receive entrepreneurship education and encouragement to become a lifelong partner in building stronger communities. We work with K-12 educators throughout the region to provide tools, opportunities, and resources in and out of the classroom to activate innovative approaches to education. Marketplace for Kids is designed for grades 3-8. However, any student who wants to participate can. There is no cost to students, teachers, or parents.
Innovative Learning
Project based learning encourages students to stretch their thinking in more creative, divergent ways to solve problems and create new ideas.
During our unique Education Days, students attend hands-on activities to explore career fields, technology, and entrepreneurship.
Established Model
Marketplace for Kids is a nationally recognized model.
Outreach and technical assistance is provided to school districts, consortium of schools, youth organizations, and associations interested in Youth Entrepreneurship.
Creativity Unleashed
Students have the opportunity to create projects using collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking.
These projects are showcased by the students as part of our Education Days.
What’s an Education Day?
It is the culmination of the Marketplace for Kids experience! Education Days are unique, one-of-a-kind experience where students explore careers, technology, and the future through hands-on activities that are rooted in entrepreneurship and innovation. We hold nearly a dozen events throughout North Dakota each year!
Upcoming Dates and Deadlines
Williston
April 24, 2018
Classes Online: 03/06 Registration Due: 04/03
Grafton
April 27, 2018
Classes Online: 03/09
Registration Due: 04/06
Fargo
April 30 AND May 1, 2018
Classes Online: 03/14
Registration Due: TBD
Jamestown
May 8, 2018
Classes Online: 03/20
Registration Due: 04/17
As a 501(c)3 non-profit, Marketplace for Kids relies on donations from public and private sources to fund our operations. Your donation helps us expand our unique program, allowing more students to participate.