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STEAM Tank: Innovate, Speak & Pitch Like a Pro! 💡 For Rising 5th-8th Graders | 5-Day Camp | 3 Hours Per Day Inspired by Shark Tank, this high-energy, hands-on camp blends STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) with public speaking and entrepreneurship! Whether you’re a beginner exploring innovation for the first time or an aspiring entrepreneur ready to bring your ideas to life, this camp will challenge you to think creatively, solve real-world problems, and pitch your ideas with confidence! What You’ll Learn & Do: ✅ Use STEAM to Solve Real-World Problems – Apply science, tech, engineering, art, and math to design creative solutions. ✅ Develop a Business or Product Idea – Brainstorm, prototype, and refine an innovative product or service. ✅ Master Public Speaking & Persuasion – Use voice, body language, and storytelling to deliver a powerful pitch. ✅ Learn Marketing & Branding – Create logos, ads, and persuasive messaging to attract customers. ✅ Create Visual & Digital Presentations – Use posters, models, and digital tools to showcase your brand. ✅ Learn Key Laws on How to Protect Your Business through Intellectual Property! – Understand trademarks, copyrights, and patents to safeguard your ideas. ✅ Pitch to Real Judges! – Present your final project in front of a panel of experienced judges on the last day. Public Speaking + STEAM = The Ultimate Entrepreneurial Skillset! 💬 Learn to: ✔️ Think like an engineer by designing creative solutions for everyday challenges. ✔️ Use technology & math to plan, budget, and improve your business idea. ✔️ Develop artistic & storytelling skills to make your brand memorable. ✔️ Confidently present and defend your ideas with strong public speaking skills. ✔️ Protect your business by understanding basic intellectual property laws. Daily Schedule Breakdown 🔹 Part 1 (First 90 Minutes) STEAM Warm-Up Challenge – Quick hands-on discussions or games to spark creativity & problem-solving. Lesson of the Day – Explore topics like entrepreneurship, innovation, marketing, intellectual property, and persuasive speaking. Case Study & Real-World Examples – Analyze successful STEAM-based businesses and inventions. 🍎 20-Minute Snack & Social Break 🔹 Part 2 (Last 90 Minutes) Hands-On STEAM Challenge! – Work solo or in teams to prototype a solution to a real-world problem. Creative Time – Develop branding materials, create visual prototypes, and practice pitching. Mini-Presentations & Feedback – Get real-time coaching to refine your pitch and product. 🎉 Final Shark Tank Pitch Day! – Compete in a high-energy pitch competition where you present to a panel of judges! Led by Instructor: Sumedha Bahri 👩‍🏫 Patent Attorney | Engineer | Expert Speaker | Founder of Highest Speak With a background in law, engineering, and public speaking, Sumedha brings real-world expertise in entrepreneurship, innovation, and persuasive communication. She will mentor campers in developing strong business ideas, building confidence, and mastering the art of the pitch! No matter your experience level, you’ll leave inspired, more confident, and ready to take on the world with your creative ideas! 🚀🦈