For Teens By TeensÂ
Inspiring confidence to solve today’s challenges together.
Mentorship
Leadership Classes
Contests
Calling all parents of 5th-8th graders!
Inspire curiosity, confidence, and creative problem-solving.
Be a part of the Chicago Student Invention Convention Team.
Our program consists of eight free evening sessions in April with our expert mentors.
Learn about the innovation process from problem-solving, concept, design, testing, and prototype creation.
A select few will be sent to the Chicago Student Invention Convention on May 1st to compete on a citywide level!
A CONNECTED COMMUNITY THAT FOSTERS THE DRIVE AND DESIRE TO THRIVE.
We provide a platform for ideas from teens to be heard, acknowledged and validated. We believe that YOUR voice matters and YOU can make a difference. We do this through flexible and fluid 30-minute mentoring sessions that leave you feeling empowered and purposeful. We do this through Leadership Classes that are fun and useful.
Write your own playbook.
Our Mentors
Peer Mentors are older teens who recently walked in your shoes. Expert Mentors are accomplished business professionals.
Hannah S.
Peer Mentor
Sudeep Nadkarni
Expert Mentor
Beth Kraszewski
Expert Mentor
Nathan C.
Peer Mentor
Trevor S.
Peer Mentor
Kate B.
Peer Mentor
Testimonials
Our Programs
Mentorship
One-on-one virtual mentor sessions
Leadership Classes
Peer-presented, interactive live and streaming
Biz Contests
About Us
“THE WORLD HAS PROBLEMS; WE HAVEN’T FIXED THEM ALL AND THIS IS THE GENERATION TO DO IT.”
– Teen Innovator Expert Mentor
We are passionate about instilling the drive, determination, and desire for tomorrow’s leaders to thrive. Teen Innovators was founded with the understanding that the leaders of tomorrow are writing their own playbook. It all starts with demonstrating the ability to ideate, owning the opportunity to fail, knowing how to get back up, and having the drive to get back in the game.
Leadership Classes
Learn from older peers how to self-advocate and gain new life skills
- Download a prerecorded leadership sample
- Sign up for a live class and participate in a discussion with the presenter
- Network with your peers, meet new friends and bring yours to join the discussion
Natalia Z.
How to Self-Advocate
So often, young people feel uncomfortable speaking up for themselves and ensuring understanding and success within the classroom and beyond. This class will define self-advocacy, acknowledge the obstacles within it, and provide tools to become a lifelong self-advocate.
Nicole C.
So, You Want to Travel to Another Country?
Whether you want to take on a world language, immerse yourself into a diverse culture, enjoy delectable food, or see beauty, travelling abroad will provide all of these opportunities. Don?t let the obstacles of cost or the unknown prevent you from seizing that experience.
Jessica C.
So, You Want to Work a Part Time Job?
Young people delve into their first work experience during their teen years, and while this might take on the form of a summer job, it is possible to manage the weight of work hours and school obligations. Take this class to find out how to succeed in both.
What are you waiting for?