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Entrepreneur Academy

Love building ideas from scratch? In Entrepreneur Academy, you’ll learn business by doing business. Using Design Thinking, you’ll research problems, prototype solutions, test with real users, and pitch your own venture—gaining the mindset and tools entrepreneurs use every day.

Along the way, you’ll strengthen strategy, communication, and presentation skills while planning, designing, and presenting a portfolio-ready business concept. If you’re ready to turn big ideas into real-world projects, this is your launchpad.

Open to: Grades 11–12, Dublin City Schools students
Course length: 2 periods daily • Yearlong (2.5 HS credits total)
Transportation: Free shuttle between home high schools and Emerald Campus
Enrollment: No prerequisites. Access the district High School Scheduling page for more details.
Cost: Free
Recognition: 2.5 HS credits • Portfolio and capstone pitch experience • OMJ readiness seal aligned
Contact: Home school counselor • Program Teachers: Mr. Drew Jones and Mr. Brian Stier