Programs
One platform. Every grade band. Every format.
Spark is configured by age band and operating model. The same platform supports elementary innovation exposure, middle school problem-solving, and high school venture creation — in whatever format fits your school.
Elementary
Innovation Exposure
Elementary programs introduce students to creative thinking, problem identification, and the idea that they can change things around them. Spark provides age-appropriate modules that build curiosity and entrepreneurial mindset without the complexity of full venture development.
Curriculum Modules
- Design thinking introduction
- Problem identification exercises
- Community challenge projects
- Idea generation workshops
- Simple prototype activities
Operating Formats
- Classroom integration
- Innovation club
- Special project weeks
Middle School
Problem-Solving and Idea Formation
Middle school programs build on curiosity with structured problem-solving frameworks. Students learn to identify real problems, research customer needs, and develop early-stage ideas. Spark provides the scaffolding for teachers to run meaningful innovation projects without needing to be entrepreneurs themselves.
Curriculum Modules
- Problem and customer discovery
- Market research and validation
- Ideation and concept development
- Basic business model canvas
- Peer review and feedback
Operating Formats
- Elective course
- After-school club
- Cross-curricular project
High School
Venture Creation and Accelerator Workflows
High school programs run the full venture creation cycle. Students form teams, identify problems, validate with real customers, build prototypes, develop business models, pitch to judges, and compete for micro-grant funding. Spark provides the full infrastructure for a school-based startup accelerator.
Curriculum Modules
- Full venture development cycle
- Customer validation and interviews
- Prototype and MVP development
- Business model and financial basics
- Pitch preparation and presentation
- Showcase and pitch day events
- Micro-grant funding applications
Operating Formats
- Semester elective
- Year-long incubator cohort
- After-school accelerator
- Capstone program
- District innovation league