Embrace the Climb

Evoke the Change

Enhance the Culture

At The E.T.C. Lab, we equip high school juniors and seniors with the tools to lead in business, technology, and civic life. Our programs transform students from uncertain learners into confident changemakers ready to build, innovate, and lead the systems that shape their world.

Our Programs

SPEED Program

A four-week summer experience where students explore leadership, civic power, and pitch real projects to community leaders.

After School Program

A ten-month experience where students grow as leaders, explore civic systems, and launch real campaigns, businesses, or policy ideas with support from mentors and peers.

Your Questions, Answered

  • High school juniors, seniors, and ETC alumni can apply to our leadership and after-school programs.

  • Nope! All programs are free for selected students. We cover meals, materials, and more.

  • We’re based in Houston, Texas, with plans to expand to other cities soon.

  • Students design and launch real-world projects, like campaigns, businesses, or civic initiatives — with mentorship every step of the way.

  • You can donate, become a mentor, or partner with us to support young leaders.

Get Involved

ETC Lab is an infrastructure.
It’s what comes after the headlines and hashtags fade. It’s where young people learn the tools of actual power — how to legislate, build capital, lead teams, write policy, and start movements that last.

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