AEw/s - Middle School CEO +
Description
Taught by Edge Up

A hands-on entrepreneurship track co-authored with industry experts from Morgan Stanley, where students step into the role of CEO to bring their own business ideas to life. Over 15 weeks, they’ll explore ideation, market research, competitive analysis, business planning, branding, presentation design, and elevator pitching—culminating in a final pitch showcase where they present their ventures with confidence. The experience builds leadership, creativity, and real-world business skills that set them apart.

*Includes Winter AND Spring combined 15 classes* Includes team/individual entry into National Business Plan Competition.

Tentative date for Competition (virtual): May 31st, 2026
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- Winter and Spring Afterschool Enrichment classes start Jan 5, 2026 and run through May 29, 2026.
- Necessary make up classes will run the week of Monday, Mar. 16 and Monday, Jun. 1, 2026.
- Class sessions may vary due to school closures.

MONDAYS - 15 sessions (school closed 1/19, 2/16, and 5/25)
TUESDAYS - 18 sessions (school closed 2/17, and select classes in Newport Gym may have only 17 classes)
WEDNESDAYS - 17 sessions (school closed 5/27)
THURSDAYS - 18 sessions
FRIDAYS - 15 sessions (school closed 3/13, 3/20, and 5/22)

Afterschool Enrichment Payment and Refund Policy:

Payment must be made online by credit card or e-check when registering.
NOTE: credit card payments incur a non-refundable 3% convenience fee collected by UltraCamp.

All late registrations after the start of classes will be subject to the full price of the trimester's classes.

If a class is full, please add your child to the waitlist, as we use this information to determine demand for additional spots or entire sections. Every attempt will be made to work with our staff and vendors to ensure we meet the demand of our interested students when feasible. You’ll be notified by email if a spot opens, with 48 hours to claim it.

Payment must be made online by credit card or e-check when registering. Credit card payments incur a non-refundable 3% convenience fee collected by UltraCamp.

All Enrichment classes must be paid in advance of the start of the class schedule.

All family accounts must be current in order for a family to register their child. You will be prompted to make full payment for outstanding balances.

There are no prorated refunds for missed classes due to a student’s absence. Canceled classes due to instructor absence or school closure will be made up or refunded for the missed class.

There are no class swaps, cancellations or other modifications after the first week of classes.
Location:
Newport: 100 River Dr. S., Jersey City
Dates:
1/9/2026 3:30 PM - 5/29/2026 5:30 PM
Ages:
Grades 5th - 8th
Cost:
$1,500.00
Availability:
Registration opens on 10/29/2025 at 8:00 PM