The end of Minnesota Business Venture is approaching. Tomorrow the campers will be presenting their business plans to judges to see if they can secure a loan for their companies. Today started off with a shareholder’s address by Jerrid Sebesta. Jerrid posed the question, “What is your why?” and talked about how managing his money […]
Day three is coming to a close and the students are getting closer to completing their company products. Besides having various company meetings throughout the day, campers also attended different speakers and break out sessions. Our first speaker was Micheal Keller of Pearson’s Candy Company. Mr. Keller spoke to the campers not only about how they […]
Day two has officially come to a close after another fun day for the campers! The day started off with breakfast with all the campers at Garvey Commons followed by a student Company meeting. The real kickoff was when Jeff Munneke of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx gave his opening presentation. Jeff stressed to campers […]
The student campers arrived today, greeted by the smiling BestPrep staff and student staff. Students made their way to the dorms where they will be staying for the week at camp. The day really kicked off when Daniel Shannon gave the opening presentation, “Vision Speaks Louder than Words”. Students actively listened as Daniel talked about his childhood and […]
Minnesota Business Venture 2016 has officially started today! Student staff members arrived this morning to begin their training. After doing a few icebreakers to get to know each other, they were introduced to their Resident Business Leaders who will be guiding them and giving them advice throughout the week. All the CEO’s were feeling excited […]
On May 17, more than 550 BestPrep stakeholders celebrated with us at the Annual Luncheon. This year’s Carpenter Teacher of the Year Award was presented to Teresa Williams of Lakeville South High School.
A full line-up of activities is planned for BestPrep’s Technology Integration Workshop. 80 teachers will join us for what promises to be a great professional development opportunity. Join us – space is still available!
Tony, a student from Austin High School, is returning to camp as a student leader. During the past year, he recruited 14 of his peers to come to camp this summer – one of the largest groups to attend! Tony’s MBV experience has made him a passionate ambassador for the program.
