Boston Area Student Extracurricular Activities
Boston’s students, both local and online, engage in diverse extracurriculars, ranging from robotics clubs and volunteering to virtual art and coding websites.
Boston Area Local & Online Activities
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Educational Advocates
Our objective is to guide the family in finding options where the student will not only get admitted, but thrive and find success once on campus.
Drawspace
Drawspace offers online art courses for all skill levels, from drawing basics to advanced techniques.
RoboBlockly
A web-based robot simulator that teaches coding and math through a puzzle-piece interface, aligned with Common Core State Standards.
REC Foundation
Offers VEX robotics programs, delivering accessible and scalable robotics education.
FIRST Robotics Virtual Events and Challenges
A global robotics community preparing young people for the future.
Botball Educational Robotics Program
Engages students in team-oriented robotics competitions, focusing on designing, building, and programming autonomous robots.
Tynker Robotics and Coding Camps
Tynker is the fun way to learn programming & develop problem-solving & critical thinking skills.
Berlitz: Language Classes for Kids and Teens
Our language classes keep kids engaged & build confidence speaking a new language, while introducing them to new cultures.
FluentU
With FluentU, learn with any Netflix or YouTube video that has subtitles in the target language you're learning.
The American Institute of Architecture Students
Explore architecture programs, resources, & career paths with AIAS's Study Architecture platform.
MIT OpenCoursewWare: Introduction to Architecture & Environmental Design
The design of architecture as well as urbanism & landscape are examined in context of the larger influence of the arts & sciences.
Berkley Extension: Art and Design
Ensure Berkeley is on your résumé by taking one course or completing a certificate to help you start, advance, or change a career.
ArchitectureCourses.org
On this six-week course, you’ll improve your sketching skills & learn from our experts to help you prepare for a career in 3D design.
LanguageBird
Our online courses are accredited, personalized, & flexible. You can learn, retain, & earn school credit in a new language.
Creativebug
Creativebug offers fun, online art & craft classes for kids & teens, taught by expert artists.
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone taps into your brain's innate ability to learn new languages so you feel comfortable with everyday communication.
VEX Robotics Online Challenges
Explore VEX Robotics, where students of all ages can build, program, & compete in robotics challenges.
PBS Learning Media
Explore free world history resources for grades 9-12 on PBS LearningMedia, covering key events, cultures, & global perspectives.
Youth Service America
Youth Service America believes that youth, communities, and our democracy thrive when we all work together for the common good.
Global Citizen
Global Citizen mobilizes millions to drive policy change aimed at defeating poverty, promoting equity, & defending the planet.
Generation Global - Youth Advisory Group
A council of young people volunteering worldwide to meet online twice over a semester with Generation Global staff to discuss ideas.
DoSomething.org
DoSomething fuels young people to create change. For 30 years, we’ve supported 8 million youth in turning passion into action.
Action for the Climate Emergency
Whether you’re interested in being more involved civically or stopping fossil fuels in your community, there are ways you can help.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History: Courses
Discover courses & resources on American history from the Gilder Lehrman Institute, perfect for students & history enthusiasts.
Center for Arabic Culture - in Somerville, MA
The Center for Arabic Culture hosts cultural events, Arabic classes, and music programs to celebrate and promote Arab heritage.
Goethe-Institute
We offer online group and individual German courses for learners of all stages.
Boston Harbor Now - Events, Volunteer Opportunities
Vibrant public programming across Boston’s Harbor, islands, and waterfront. Learn about upcoming events.
New England Language School - in Quincy, MA
History Cambridge Corps Volunteer - in Cambridge, MA
Join History Cambridge Corps to share untold stories! Volunteer to research, write, and amplify Cambridge’s hidden histories.
National History Day in MA
National History Day allows 6–12th graders to explore history through research and creative projects on a topic of their choice.
The Dance Complex – Musical Theatre Classes
We support dance creation, study, & performance, connecting artists, audiences, & the community through movement and ideas.
French Library - in Boston & Cambridge, MA
Fun, immersive lessons for ages 3-17 at the French Library! All levels welcome.
New England Sci-Tech
A non-profit STEM education center dedicated to project-based, hands-on learning for youth & families.
NUTRONS FIRST Robotics - Northeastern
A FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team based at Northeastern University with the goal of inspiring students to pursue STEM fields.
Einstein's Workshop
A family-friendly maker space where kids create, explore, and enjoy STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
Boston Society of Landscape Architects - Studios and Events
If you want to connect, learn, or grow, there are things here for you.
The Umbrella - Teen Classes & Workshops - in Concord, MA
The Umbrella enriches lives and builds a vibrant and inclusive community through the arts.
MFA Boston - Teen Studio Art Classes
Teens ages 12-17 are invited to question, explore, experiment, and solve problems as they create and interact with art
Brookline Arts Center in Brookline, MA
Providing meaningful experiences in the arts through classes, exhibitions, and outreach.
Newton Chinese Language School - in Newton, MA
NCLS offers Chinese language and culture programs for kids and serves as a vibrant community hub in Greater Boston.
New Art Center in Newton, MA
A non-profit community art education space offering all levels opportunities to make, exhibit, and talk about art.
ACLU MA Action Team
We defend the principles enshrined in the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights, as well as the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.
Boys & Girls Club - MA Alliance
Our innovative programs are designed to empower youth to excel in school, become good citizens, and to lead healthy, productive lives.
Brookline Ballet School
Provides ballet training focusing on technique, artistry, and performance opportunities.
José Mateo Ballet Theatre
Provides ballet training with a focus on developing strong technique and artistic expression.
All That Jazz Newton Dance Studio
All That Jazz Dance Studio in Newton offers fun, inclusive dance classes for all ages and levels, from toddlers to advanced teens.
Urbanity Dance
Offers contemporary dance classes and youth programs focusing on technique, creativity, and performance skills.
BalletRox
Provides structured, multi-year dance programs focusing on ballet and other dance forms, aiming to empower Boston youth through dance.
Museum of African American History Educational Programs
Uses historic sites and collections to link colonial and early African American history to broader human rights themes.
Historic New England's School and Youth Programs
Engaging multidisciplinary programs that use historical resources to enrich student learning, with many options available virtually.
