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Edison High students showcase Cybex entrepreneurship projects
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Edison High School students presented their Cybex (Center for International Business and Communications) program, describing multi-year projects, market research results and a mock pitch for a solar-powered cooler that students say trains them in marketing, product development and post-production skills.
Students from Edison High School—s Cybex program described multi-year, career-focused projects and delivered a mock pitch for a solar-powered cooler during the board meeting.
Student presenters explained that the Cybex program (center for international business and communications) offers sequences of courses across four years; juniors and seniors undertake capstone projects that include market research, product design and marketing plans. One student described a sophomore mock pitch and a senior capstone in which teams create a business plan, social media strategy and videos for local organizations.
The featured mock product was a solar-powered cooler ("SPC") pitched as an eco-friendly, rechargeable cooler aimed at outdoor consumers. Presenters cited survey results they said came from their own polling: about 60% of respondents preferred a labeled premium food-focused product, roughly 30% said preferences depended on the product, and about 80.2% preferred coolers that operate without ice. Students explained product features (removable top, quality battery, attachable hooks, solar panels, recyclable materials) and marketing channels (outdoor retailers and social media influencers).
Trustees praised the program and asked about industry partnerships and college and career outcomes. A student credited teachers and the program for helping with college applications and building workplace skills. The board thanked the presenters and invited staff and trustees to follow up if they wanted to support program expansion or student showcases at other campuses.
The presentation highlighted career and technical education efforts within the Huntington Beach Union High School District and provided trustees with concrete examples of student work and outcomes.