Rossville School hosts young entrepreneurs
By Joan Janzen
The Grade 4-7 students at Rossville School in Coleville put a lot of time, effort and creativity into the products they prepared for the Spring Market on Wednesday afternoon, April 15. Staff member Joleen Scheible said the students looked forward to showing family and friends what they had created, and everyone who came to the market enjoyed their shopping experience. Their teacher, Krystle Stanley (principal), brought in a marketing expert who helped the students create logos and learn about marketing.
The young entrepreneurs at Rossville School enjoyed marketing their original products at the Spring Market on Wednesday afternoon, April 15, in Coleville.
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Not only was there a wide variety of products, but there were also many original creations complete with catchy sales slogans. Kayn’s Kozy Candles “bring comfort to every home,” and the Vianimals table of beaded bracelets and keychains was labelled “cool, cute and cheap!” Kayden was wearing a sample of his creative clothing, accessories and everyday essentials.
Creative expression was also evident at the market. Abel’s Art showcased splashes of colour and design, while Sylvie was having fun marketing her Beadable Creations.
Everyday items were transformed into marketable products like Henry’s fire starters, planter pots made from recycled creamer cartons, rice-filled balloons that became entertaining footbags, and a few ingredients came together to make an array of colourful slime.
There were some authentic products at the market. Cadence had crafted Mindful Moments, tiny textured figures to help relieve anxiety. Aydin had an extensive display of fridge magnets, while another table featured Monster Marks — bookmarks fitted for the corner of a page.
Kayne said he came up with his idea when he was bored one day. All he needed were cardboard tubes, tape and balloons to craft mini air horns along with the slogan, “Don’t blow your temper, blow your horn.” He did admit the sound is “a little bit annoying.”
The “My Power Play Idea” booth was a collection of collectible toys, and the creative genius behind it all was a born salesman. All the students did a great job and contributed 10 to 15 per cent of their proceeds to KAWS Animal Rescue. They raised a total of $221.10, “which means fifteen students collectively made over $2,000.00,” Joleen noted. “Beckett Dales (Grade 6) scored the highest during the Pitch Party. He won $100 to invest in his business next year,” she explained. He deposited the funds into his bank account to use for next year’s project.
The market had a great turnout and the kids received lots of community support.