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.
Online Art Study
We offer custom e-learning to boost creative skills & help students build a strong art & design portfolio.
CreativeLive: Design Courses
CreativeLive offers on-demand design classes taught by professionals, covering topics like illustration, typography, & UX design
Creativebug
Creativebug offers fun, online art & craft classes for kids & teens, taught by expert artists.
Confetti: Art Team Building Activities
Confetti offers live virtual art classes, covering painting, drawing, & more creative experiences.
Class Central: Art & Design Courses
Earn certificates with paid & free online courses from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, & other top universities worldwide.
Brit + Co Classes: Art & Design
Brit + Co offers online art & design classes, from painting to digital illustration, for all skill levels.
ArtStation: Learning
ArtStation Learning offers on-demand courses for artists, covering digital art, design, & industry techniques.
Drawspace
Drawspace offers online art courses for all skill levels, from drawing basics to advanced techniques.
MassArt - After-School Studios
A dynamic program for students in grades 9–12, offering a variety of classes in both fine art & design.
RISD - Teen Online Courses
Discover how creative problem-solving, collaboration and expression are at the heart of art & design with these teen courses.
School of Motion: Online Design Training
An online school making motion design & creative fields accessible through expert-led learning & career support.
Actor’s Studio Online Acting Classes
Our program offers hands-on, immersive training to help you master storytelling, convey emotion, & unlock your acting talent.
School of the Art Institute of Chicago: Early College Program Courses
Online pre-college, summer creative programs for ages 14–18, including drawing, comics, creative writing, & architecture.
Wheelock Family Theatre at Boston University
At Wheelock Family Theatre, family theatre means smart, engaging entertainment for all ages, welcoming both related and chosen family.
Upward Bound
Upward Bound is a program that provides academic support to low-income and first-generation college bound students.
Arlington Children's Theatre
Arlington Children’s Theatre creates high-quality theatrical experiences for children ages 7-18 with productions and workshops.
Einstein's Workshop
A family-friendly maker space where kids create, explore, and enjoy STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
The Flagship Clubhouse - The Museum of Science - in Roxbury, MA
The Clubhouse Learning Model empowers youth to become capable, creative, & confident learners, grounded in youth development research.
Boston Public Library Teen Programs - in multiple locations
The Boston Public library hosts year-round events to educate and inspire curiosity.
Mass Poetry
We provide a weekly writing & performance workshop series for teens led by Mass Poetry’s Poetry Coalition Fellow Anthony Febo.
Straw Dogs Writers Guild - in Northampton, MA
Straw Dog Writers Guild is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 organization, committed to paying writers for their presentations.
Write Boston - Teens in Print After School Program
Students who join our program connect with peers from across Boston, learn about writing & media, & publish writing on our website.
Fine Arts Work Center - in Provincetown, MA
We are an artist-led organization that supports artistic freedom & nurtures creative connections with a wide variety of events.
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.
MassArt - After-School Studios
After-School Studios is a dynamic program for students in grades 9–12, offering a variety of classes in both fine art and design.
Concord Youth Theatre
Concord Youth Theatre empowers young people with live theater, fostering community through performance and education.
Kidstock! Creative Theater
Kidstock! Creative Theater is dedicated to a unique approach in education through the performing arts for children of all ages.
The Company Theatre
The Company Theatre fosters inclusive creative expression, welcoming people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities on stage.
Drama Studio
The Drama Studio offers weekly classes and the opportunity to participate in performances for youth ages 9-18.
Stoneham Theatre’s Young Company
The Young Company program offers theatre education for students in grades 1–10 with hands-on performance experience.
Watertown Children's Theatre (WCT)
We offer a variety of programs, including musicals, plays, after-school and year-round classes, vacation camps, and weekend workshops.
Apollinaire Play Lab
Youth classes in acting, dance, and visual art. Scholarships are available to ensure access regardless of financial need.
SpeakEasy Stage Company – Teen Acting Classes
A nonprofit theater in Boston’s South End, producing bold new plays & musicals while supporting local, emerging artists & youth.
The Actors’ Studio of Newburyport – Youth Acting Classes
Acting & writing classes include cold reading, improv, scene study, monologue coaching, & more, led by founder Marc Clopton.
826 Boston - After School Writing and Tutoring Program - in Roxbury, MA
Students work one-on-one with trained tutors to complete homework, read aloud, & embark on publishing their writing.
A Plus Program - Writing Workshops
We are proud to offer writing workshops for students in Boston, MA, and the surrounding areas.
Boston Anthenaeum - Events & Programs
We are a member-supported library, museum, & cultural center with rare books, art, & events, open to all.
BPL - Parker Hill Writing Group - in Roxbury, MA
Join us for a monthly gathering of writers dedicated to honing their craft, exploring new ideas, & sharing their works in progress.
New Art Center in Newton, MA
A non-profit community art education space offering all levels opportunities to make, exhibit, and talk about art.
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
The Umbrella - Teen Classes & Workshops - in Concord, MA
The Umbrella enriches lives and builds a vibrant and inclusive community through the arts.
Artists For Humanity - Teen Jobs
We hire teens to work with mentors to inspire solutions.
Tongwood - in Brookline and Quincy, MA
We're the cool hangout spot for evening art vibes in Boston, perfect for casual artists aged 16 and up.
ICA Teens
What happens when teens throw an event in a contemporary art museum? Or organize an exhibition? Come find out!
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.
The Eliot School of Fine and Applied Arts - Teen Bridge
Teen Bridge is an art program at the Eliot School of Fine & Applied Arts for a dedicated group of teens.
Brookline Arts Center in Brookline, MA
Providing meaningful experiences in the arts through classes, exhibitions, and outreach.
School of Fashion Design - Pre-College Program
Our program, specifically for high school students, provides an introduction to the fashion design process.
Danforth - Teen Art Classes in Framingham, MA
Our program for high school students focuses on providing more advanced instruction in drawing and painting.
Poetry Out Loud Mass
We host a national recitation contest that builds public speaking skills, confidence, & appreciation for poetry through performance.
Botball Educational Robotics Program
Engages students in team-oriented robotics competitions, focusing on designing, building, and programming autonomous robots.
REC Foundation
Offers VEX robotics programs, delivering accessible and scalable robotics education.
Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy
Offers online courses and resources using robotics to teach CS-STEM, with curricula for students.
RoboBlockly
A web-based robot simulator that teaches coding and math through a puzzle-piece interface, aligned with Common Core State Standards.
AMDA After School Conservatory: Acting for Stage & Screen
A 6-week online program offering intensive study and performance opportunities, focusing on both stage and screen acting.
Performing Arts Workshops: Online After School Acting
Online classes covering improv, speech/dialects, theater games, acting techniques, and acting for the camera.
The Barrow Group Online Performing Arts Classes
Online acting classes for youth in acting, musical theatre, monologues, and film/TV, taught by award-winning professionals.
Writing Classes - MasterClass
Get unlimited access to all 200+ classes taught by the world's best, starting at $10/month.
Workshops - Lighthouse Writers
Online creative writing workshops, led by expert instructors. Hone your craft and connect with fellow writers.
Video Game Writing - Gotham Workshops
You’ll learn about structuring a story, crafting a script, world-building, characters in gameplay, & the intricacies of the medium.
Unlock Your Inner Storyteller - The Writing District
Our 6-week online creative writing class for teenagers is designed to spark your imagination & unleash your inner storyteller.
Unbound: Teen Creative Writing - Gotham Workshops
Unleash your creativity as a writer, while learning the tricks of the trade.
Teen Ink
A platform where teens can share their creative writing, artwork, & photography while connecting with one another.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
We celebrate creative teens by providing opportunities to showcase their work in art, writing, & more.
NaNoWriMo's Young Writers Program
Aspiring teen authors can set goals, track progress, & write their own novel during National Novel Writing Month!
Creative Writing for Teenagers - Professional Writing Academy
A course by Professional Writing Academy, offering a fun & interactive way to develop your writing skills & unleash your creativity.
MassRobotics STEM
Robotics education, bridging industry and education, with a focus on creating STEM career paths for BPS students.
VEX Robotics Online Challenges
Explore VEX Robotics, where students of all ages can build, program, & compete in robotics challenges.
Tynker Robotics and Coding Camps
Tynker is the fun way to learn programming & develop problem-solving & critical thinking skills.
FIRST Robotics Virtual Events and Challenges
A global robotics community preparing young people for the future.
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.
Student Conservation Association
Join us in building the next generation of conservation leaders.
STEM-E Mentorship Program
Explore STEME’s mentorship programs, connecting students with professionals to guide them in their educational journey.
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.
