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.
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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.
STEM-E Mentorship Program
Explore STEME’s mentorship programs, connecting students with professionals to guide them in their educational journey.
learn to be
We help kids unlock their potential by connecting them with free, exceptional tutors online.
DOROT - GENuine Connections
Join GENuine Connections, a virtual volunteer program for teens & adults 65+, featuring various workshop activities.
DemocracyLab
We connect tech-for-good projects with skilled volunteers & socially responsible companies.
Crisis Text Line
As a trained virtual volunteer, you’ll help people navigate through challenges, offering empathy, guidance & understanding.
Bookshare
Volunteer with Bookshare to help make reading accessible for people with disabilities by providing valuable support.
Be My Eyes
As a Be My Eyes volunteer, you are able to help out blind & low-vision individuals with their daily tasks through your smartphone.
Tufts University Pre-College: Science Courses
Explore Tufts University’s professional & continuing education courses in science.
Teen Science Cafe
TSCs are free out of school time programs where teens & STEM experts collaborate on presentations & hands-on activities.
LibriVox
LibriVox volunteers read & record chapters of books in the public domain & make them available for free on the Internet.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Internship Programs
Explore NOAA’s student opportunities, offering a range of internships & scholarships to pursue a career in environmental science.
Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth: Online Programs Courses in Science
From space colonization to creative writing, our virtual classrooms will expand your knowledge & spark your curiosity.
Horizon Academic
Discover our personalized mentoring & educational programs to help students unlock their potential & achieve academic success.
Georgetown University Pre-College: Science Courses
Georgetown University offers both enrichment & pre-college online courses for high school students ages 13 & older.
Citizen Scientist
Volunteers actively participating in scientific research by collecting & analyzing data or engaging in experiments.
Carnegie Mellon University: Open Learning Initiative
Access free, self-paced courses from Carnegie Mellon University’s Open Learning Initiative, offering education in various subjects.
Tinkercad - 3D Design
Tinkercad is a free, web-based tool for 3D design, electronics, and coding, ideal for beginners and educators.
Student Conservation Association
Join us in building the next generation of conservation leaders.
Meaningful Teens
Explore Meaningful Teens' programs, offering teens opportunities to engage in leadership, service, & personal development.
Smithsonian Digital Volunteers
You can contribute by transcribing historical documents & making them accessible to all!
Students Speak Up For Kids
A youth-driven organization advocating for children's rights & supporting initiatives that make a positive impact on the community.
The Trevor Project
As a trained Trevor counselor, you’ll support LGBTQ+ young people remotely either by phone or text & chat.
Zooniverse
Join Zooniverse, the world’s largest platform for people-powered research, where volunteers help drive real discoveries.
American Anthropological Association: Virtual High School Internship
We offer a virtual internship for high school students to explore anthropological research & create educational content.
Coursera: Anthropology
Study anthropology to understand human cultures & societies. Explore cultural, biological, & archaeological aspects of anthropology.
edX: Anthropology
Introductory anthropology covers topics like cultural comparison, identity, power, & how it addresses global issues & urban life.
Lookstein Virtual: High School Scholars Program
Our program offers online courses in Jewish studies with a focus on academic rigor & personal growth.
LSU: Introduction to Cultural and Social Anthropology
Explore human cultures, social organizations, & institutions like politics, religion, & language from a cross-cultural perspective.
MIT OpenCourseWare: Africana Studies
MIT OpenCourseWare has curated this collection of courses related to Africana, African American, & Black Studies topics.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History: Courses on African American History
The Gilder Lehrman Institute offers 3 self-paced courses on African American history, covering key events & figures in U.S. history.
TTSP: Mirdrasha Courses
These courses offer online Jewish studies for high school students, focusing on Jewish texts, culture, & tradition.
UC San Diego: Introduction to Anthropology
This course is designed to introduce students to the general principles of biological & cultural anthropology.
University of Vermont: Anthropology Courses
UVM allows high school students to take college courses in diverse subjects like climate change, ASL, & international relations.
Students Against Destructive Decisions
We empower and mobilize students & adult allies to engage in positive change through leadership & smart decision-making.
DoSomething.org
DoSomething fuels young people to create change. For 30 years, we’ve supported 8 million youth in turning passion into action.
Generation Citizen - Youth Leadership
Generation Citizen offers tools for rising youth to build civic skills & create the inclusive, multi-racial democracy that we need.
Advocates for Youth
The Student Organizing Team is a cohort of dynamic students from across the country leading campaigns to make material improvements.
Active Minds - Chapters
Active Minds empowers youth to transform mental health culture, reaching 1.9 million people annually through advocacy & outreach.
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.
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.
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.
Future Learn: Introduction to Freehand Drawing for Architecture, Interiors, and Design
A student-run nonprofit that promotes excellence in architecture through education, resources, collaboration.
HarvardX: The Architectural Imagination
Learn fundamental principles of architecture by studying some of history’s most important buildings.
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.
RISD Pre-College
An immersive online experience for those interested in pursuing art & design in college & want to learn how to develop their work.
SCAD Pre-College Programs: Joint Enrollment
SCAD offers pre-college art & design programs, preparing talented students for creative, professional careers.
Skillshare: Architecture Classes
Skillshare offers online architecture classes on design, 3D modeling, & more, for all skill levels.
The American Institute of Architecture Students
Explore architecture programs, resources, & career paths with AIAS's Study Architecture platform.
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.
Global Citizen
Global Citizen mobilizes millions to drive policy change aimed at defeating poverty, promoting equity, & defending the planet.
National Youth Leadership Council - Youth Advisory Council
We help young people build authentic leadership skills, impact their communities, & address real world issues.
Youth Service America
Youth Service America believes that youth, communities, and our democracy thrive when we all work together for the common good.
UN Volunteers
Find out how to become an Online Volunteer & help tackle today’s sustainable development challenges from anywhere in the world.
Tufts Pre-College - Culture - in Medford, MA
Tufts University supports lifelong learning with culture courses designed to prepare, advance, and enrich learners grades 9-12.
Boston Music Project - Private Lessons
Boston Music Project offers private music lessons for students of all levels and package options that align with the BPS school year.
Temple Israel of Boston - Classes
Engage and learn in small classes facilitated by experienced Jewish educators and field experts.
Hebrew College - Teen Learning - in Newton, mA
Explore Jewish texts, philanthropy, and leadership through various programs or take a gap year with Kivunim or Young Judaea Year.
JCC - Boston Diller Teen Fellowship - in Newton, MA
Fellows gain leadership skills through hands-on learning, lively discussions, and a transformative Israel trip
Museum of African American History - Writing Boston's Future Fellowship
Selected African American youth candidates learn to help transform the curriculum around racial equity.
Boston Workers Circle - Teens Acting for Social Change - in Brookline, MA
Teens Acting for Social Change (TASC) is a teen-led group that focuses on social justice, community building, and taking action.
Jewish Boston Teens - JTI Fellowship
Teens meet monthly to support one another and connect to Jewish teen opportunities, building a stronger, more inclusive community.
Irish Cultural Center - Classes - in Canton, MA
The Irish Cultural Centre offers Irish Language, Music, Song and Dancing classes year-round, both online and in-person at our campus.
East Boston Social Centers - Thriving Teens - in East Boston, MA
Thriving Teens offers a supportive environment for those ages 10-19 to grow their personal development and community.
BAC - Pre-College CityLab Experience
The Boston Architectural College’s Pre-College CityLab Intensive Experience is a 4-day program designed for students to explore.
Boston Youth Climate Summit
Yearly 2-day summit of presentations and workshops highlighting environmental solutions. Network with students from Massachusetts.
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.
Boston Harbor Now - Events, Volunteer Opportunities
Vibrant public programming across Boston’s Harbor, islands, and waterfront. Learn about upcoming events.
Boston Area Rape Crisis Center - Youth Leadership Corps
The Youth Leadership Corps (YLC) is a group of young leaders developing skills to become change agents in their community.
MA Youth Climate Coalition
The Massachusetts Youth Climate Coalition (MYCC) is a diverse, youth-led, adult-supported, network of organizations, clubs, and hubs.
Boch Center - Teen Leadership Council
The goal of this youth employment program is to enable Teen Leaders to deepen their facilitation and job readiness skills.
Boston Public Schools - Academic Mentoring
The goal is to match students with caring academic mentors who will support them throughout the school year.
Room to Grow
Join us at one of our warehouses or Family Centers and help us with sorting and organizing baby items.
Dana-Farber/Harvard Cancer Center - YES for CURE
A 2.5-year training initiative for disadvantaged high school & undergraduate students interested in a career in scientific research.
The Mass General Youth Scholars Program
A four-year STEM program for students focusing on career exploration, research, & college readiness, with weekly classes.
Brigham and Women's Hospital - SSJP Programs
A year-round internship program designed to introduce 100 Boston high school students to medical, health, and science professions.
Tufts Pre-College - Science - in Medford, MA
Explore our various pre-college course offerings on the broad subject of science.
MIT Museum - Teen Programming Council - in Cambridge, MA
Our program allows high school students to connect with MIT researchers & discover science & engineering career possibilities.
Massachusetts Life Sciences Center - High School Apprenticeship - in Waltham, MA
Paid internships for underrepresented and low-income high school students throughout Massachusetts.
BioBuilder - High School Apprenticeship - in Newton, MA
BioBuilder offers hands-on biotech programs for students, including summer research, apprenticeships, lab workshops, & more.
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.
YouthBuild Boston - The Designery - in Roxbury, MA
This 6-9 month academic and construction trades program is for young people aged 17-24 who do not have a high school diploma.
Boston Cares
Boston Cares partners with nonprofits & schools to expand their impact by bringing our community together to address its needs.
Gateways
Boston-area teens can volunteer with Gateways’ Jewish Education Programs, gaining skills, training, & meaningful connections.
Centre Street Food Pantry
Help with food pickup, packing, distribution, cleanup, client check-in, & translation (Spanish, Portuguese, Mandarin, or Russian).
Tufts University Pre-College: Hydrology of the Built Environment
Ambitious high school students have the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty and experience.
Boston Renegades Baseball
Our team is seeking passionate volunteers to empower visually impaired athletes and make a lasting impact!
Cradles to Crayons
Our volunteers sort and inspect the donated items we receive and then package them for delivery to the children who need them.
Boston Public Library - multiple locations in MA
Teens gain experience in customer service skills & resume-building through the Boston Public Library Teen Volunteer Program.
Steppingstone - Volunteering
Volunteer by tutoring, offering career guidance, hosting events, or joining our Board of Ambassadors or Young Professionals.
St. Francis House
Volunteer in our clothing department, expressive art therapy studio, kitchen, workforce development, or our resource center.
Brookline Food Pantry - in Brookline, MA
Volunteer opportunities at Brookline Food Pantry include food transport, packing, delivery, table service, and truck unloading.
Cambridge Women's Center - in Cambridge, MA
Volunteers offer support, maintain a welcoming environment, assist with various tasks, provide emotional support, & manage conflicts.
Community Servings - in Jamaica Plain, MA
Come support the community through volunteering, social events, & fundraisers on food and nutrition.
Thrifty Threads - in Brookline, MA
Donations provide essential items to those in need, fund outreach programs, and promote sustainability.
Boston Society of Landscape Architects - Studios and Events
If you want to connect, learn, or grow, there are things here for you.
Early Design Education - Equity in Design Mentorship - in Boston & Cambridge, MA
An academic and professional mentorship program for diverse Boston area high school students who are interested in design.
