The first grading period focuses on demonstrating knowledge of personal entrepreneurial competencies and lettering skills. Students will 1) assess their personal characteristics and align them with the traits of successful letterers, 2) strengthen areas needing improvement based on self-assessment, and 3) align their characteristics with those of letterers. They will also analyze the lettering industry, competitors, and consumer needs to help choose a career. The goals are to understand the value of entrepreneurial skills and identify characteristics for success in lettering.