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Ice House Programs Overview
Welcome to the Ice House Programs, Making a Different Kind of Difference
Inspired by the life story of Pulitzer nominee Clifton Taulbert, the Ice House Entrepreneurship Programs are designed to inspire and engage a broad range of learners in the fundamental aspects of entrepreneurial thinking while immersing them in real-world projects that enable them to develop entrepreneurial attitudes and skills.
Drawing from eight core concepts gleaned from hundreds of everyday entrepreneurs, the Ice House Programs equip learners with the attitudes and skills needed to approach problems, seize opportunities, and create value—whether in business, careers, or their communities. Through hands-on, real-world projects, participants learn how to adapt and thrive in an increasingly complex and uncertain world.
The Original Edition is designed for a broad audience of professionals cultivating entrepreneurial thought and process in corporate, higher education, high school, government, nonprofit, and correctional environments. This edition is offered in English or Spanish and in an online, blended, or traditional classroom delivery. A self-guided version is also available to anyone, anywhere who is looking to expand their entrepreneurial mindset and earn a digital badge today.
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The Middle School Edition was developed for an audience of young adults ranging from 11-16 years old. This edition is designed to be delivered by a teacher in a traditional classroom format and is complete with extensive facilitator resources such as lesson planning guides, worksheets, and vocabulary exercises.
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The Student Success Edition is a first-year experience or student success course designed to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset in new college students or high school students preparing for college. The course content is fully digital and typically delivered in online or blended delivery format.
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The Small Business Edition is designed to inspire and engage aspiring entrepreneurs, existing small business owners, or economic developers in entrepreneurial thought and processes. This edition has been offered in boot camp and multi-week formats.
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Watch this video trace the insights and principles that led to the creation of the Ice House Programs: