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Launchpad Juniors
Idea. Build. Sell. Pitch.
A Startup Incubator for Teens

Students don’t just learn entrepreneurship - they build real products, sell to real customers, and pitch their startup in a final showcase.

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For Middle & High School Students
Fall 2026 Enrollment Open. 

Real Products Students Built

In just 12 weeks, students identify real problems, build working prototypes, and generate their first sales with real customers.

Nia M.

Built a chopstick trainer that teaches finger positioning, works with any chopsticks, & keeps plastic out of mouth. 

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Noah K.

Designed kits that teach students mechanical engineering concepts with cardboard and micro electronic units.

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Olivia B.

Designed a new, smart watering planter that senses soil quality and water levels to alert the caretaker.

How Launchpad Juniors Works

Students build and launch a real startup in just 12 weeks.

Find a Real Problem

Students identify problems worth solving.

Build a Prototype

Ideas become real using rapid prototyping such as 3D printing.

Sell to Customers

Students talk to real customers & make their first sales.

Pitch the Startup

Students present their startup to judges and parents.

Skills Students Build in the Program

At Launchpad Juniors, students don't just learn about entrepreneurship - they live it! In just 12 weeks, they:

Build a Real Product or Service

Learn to identify real world problems, and develop practical solutions.

Talk to Customers & Improve

Interview real customers, collect feedback, improve offering, & generate sales.

Learn Communication & Sales

Practice speaking clearly, explaining ideas confidently, and persuading others.

Pitch Business to a Judge Panel

Deliver final pitch to a judge panel, building confidence in public speaking.

Inside The Classroom: Real Pitch Practice Every Week

Students don’t sit through lectures; they build, test, and improve ideas every week. 

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Pitch Day: Students Present Their Startups

After weeks of building, testing, and practice, students present their businesses to judges and parents in a professional pitch showcase.

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Founder's Vision

Entrepreneurship builds confidence, creativity, and leadership.
 
Launchpad Juniors gives middle and high school students the opportunity to build real products, talk to customers, and experience what it takes to launch something of their own.
 
The goal is simple: help students develop the mindset and skills to create, communicate, and lead.
Launchpad Juniors Founder
Amit Sachdeva
CEO, Launchpad Juniors

Parents See the Difference

"In just 8 weeks, our daughter gained confidence and real-world skills. She talked to customers, built a prototype, and pitched on stage. Watching her present to judges was a proud parent moment. We even wished there was a cohort for adults!"

- Ayana, S.

Parent of a 9th Grade Student

Contact Us
Not sure if the program is the right fit? Ask questions about curriculum, age fit, schedule, or learning outcomes. We are here to help. 

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