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Students ask Metro to create youth makerspaces, market access and mentorship for student entrepreneurs
Summary
Students from MLK High School and others asked council members Thursday for dedicated youth spaces, mentorship, grants and student market opportunities to support entrepreneurship and arts programming in Metro Nashville Public Schools.
Students from Martin Luther King High School and other schools told Metro Nashville officials Thursday they lack accessible spaces, mentorship and practical supports to start businesses and develop artistic careers while in school.
Presenters described barriers ranging from high vendor fees at local markets to a lack of classes or school connections that teach entrepreneurship, marketing and event production. They proposed grants to cover booth fees, student‑only markets, mentorship connections with local entrepreneurs and makerspaces…
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