Gwinnett County Public Library Announces Teen Entrepreneurship Program Winners

 THE GWINNETT County Public Library recently announced the winners of its recent Teen Entrepreneurship Program: Paola Luquin (first place), Jazlynn Dunn (second place), and Sophie Alverado (third place).

With more than 60 percent of teens considering entrepreneurship, the Gwinnett County Public Library Learning Labs launched a Teen Entrepreneurship pilot program in 2023 to provide next-generation leaders with resources to develop small businesses. Out of the 31 area teens who applied for the program, the Learning Labs selected 10 participants.

The program consists of a four-day intensive workshop which began on February 15, teaching teens entrepreneurial skills to create economic opportunities. Participants come up with a business concept, develop a small business plan, and then execute a pitch presentation to a panel of judges.

Library cardholders 13 years of age and older have access to eight maker spaces across the county to explore entrepreneurial interests. The library's technology includes laser printers, digital cameras, podcasting mixers, sewing machines, software and more — all of which is industry-leading and free to use.

Young entrepreneurs can develop their ideas using the maker spaces, then promote their businesses on free sites like Etsy, Fiverr, Instagram, WordPress, and Youtube. The Learning Labs hopes to hold another Teen Entrepreneurship Program soon.

➜ For more information visit Gwinnettpl.org or email learninglabs@gwinnettpl.org.

Greater Atlanta Christian School Announces New Head Volleyball Coach

 THE GREATER Atlanta Christian Athletic Department recently announced that Crystal Lee will take the helm as the new Head Volleyball Coach.

“Crystal Lee embodies the characteristics we want in a head coach at GAC,” says GAC Athletic Director Tim Hardy. “First, she has a strong Christian faith that guides her daily life. Second, she has a natural ability to connect with student-athletes and foster trust through relationships. Third, she loves volleyball and has a passion for using the game to develop her athletes as people, as well as players. Finally, she has a clear vision for the future of Spartan Volleyball.”

Coach Lee was a GAC Varsity Assistant Coach during the 2022 season and played an instrumental role for the Spartans’ state championship team. She previously coached at Johns Creek High School from 2019-2021, and she coached club Volleyball at 575 Volleyball and A5 South as well. Coach Lee also played collegiate volleyball at Georgia State University from 2015-2018.

"I am honored and privileged to serve as the head coach of this program, and I look forward to inspiring and developing these young women not only as exceptional athletes but also as outstanding members of the community,” Coach Lee said. “It is my prayer that these young women will be guided into successful lives after GAC, regardless of whether or not they pursue athletics.