Entrepreneurship focus of after-school program

DOVER-FOXCROFT- Penquis Community Action Program is seeking interested students for Aspirations for Young Entrepreneurs, a new after-school program open to all SAD 68 youths of age at no cost. An informational night for parents and students will be held at 6 p.m., Dec. 13, at Penquis CAP, 50 North St.

Students will learn how to transform their ideas and interests into a business of their own. Age-appropriate instruction will be provided on a range of business topics, including patents-trademarks, e-commerce, marketing, negotiating, accounting, financial management and obtaining financing. Activities will provide students with a practical application of what they have learned.

Speakers, field trips, conflict resolution workshops, community service projects and physical activities that build teamwork will be part of the program.

For information call Debbie Ball at 564-7116.