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West Side High School In Newark Opens New Student Business Center
The "cutting-edge facility" will serve as a hub for students to pitch their business ideas, host meetings and engage in projects.
NEWARK, NJ — A new “student business center” recently opened at West Side High School in Newark.
The Newark Public School District celebrated the grand opening of the new center last week. The “cutting-edge facility” will serve as a hub for students to pitch their business ideas, host meetings and engage in collaborative projects.
The Student Business Center will also offer a range of resources and support services to students, including mentorship programs, access to industry partners/experts and networking opportunities.
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“Equipped with modern amenities and technology, the Student Business Center is poised to help students turn their entrepreneurial aspirations into reality,” the Newark Board of Education stated in a news release.
Board President Hasani Council and Superintendent Roger León both applauded the opening of the new center.
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“The unveiling of the Student Business Center marks a key moment for West Side High School’s Business and Finance Academy, and of course, its incredible students,” León said. “This innovative space will not only provide a platform for cultivating entrepreneurial skills but also foster a culture of collaboration and creativity.”
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