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.
Art of Problem Solving
Our books, classes, & online resources help students become creative, successful problem solvers.
Khan Academy: Cosmology and Astronomy
Khan Academy's Cosmology & Astronomy course offers free lessons on the universe's scale, stars, black holes, & Earth's history.
MIT OpenCourseWare: Introduction to Astronomy
Introduction to Astronomy provides an introduction to the physics of the solar system, stars, the interstellar medium, & the universe.
NASA: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory offers educational resources, including lesson plans, projects, & videos for students in STEM fields.
Open Yale Courses: Astronomy
The Department of Astronomy at Yale offers a wide range of courses in astronomy, physics, & mathematics.
The Planetary Society
There is a potential 50% cut to NASA science on the line. Fuel our efforts to stop this cut & help us hit our goal of 800 new members.
PBS Learning Media
Explore free world history resources for grades 9-12 on PBS LearningMedia, covering key events, cultures, & global perspectives.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History: Courses
Discover courses & resources on American history from the Gilder Lehrman Institute, perfect for students & history enthusiasts.
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.
LanguageBird
Our online courses are accredited, personalized, & flexible. You can learn, retain, & earn school credit in a new language.
Rosetta Stone
Rosetta Stone taps into your brain's innate ability to learn new languages so you feel comfortable with everyday communication.
ALEKS
ALEKS is a research-based, online learning program that offers course products for Math, Chemistry, Statistics, & more.
IXL
Enhance your skills with IXL, offering personalized learning in math, language arts, & science to help students of all ages succeed.
Khan Academy
Master math at your own pace with our free lessons from basic arithmetic to advanced math for learners of all ages.
Standford Pre-Collegiate Studies - Math Circle
The Stanford Math Circle offers quarter-long sessions for elementary, middle, & high school students interested in math.
Botball Educational Robotics Program
Engages students in team-oriented robotics competitions, focusing on designing, building, and programming autonomous robots.
FIRST Robotics Virtual Events and Challenges
A global robotics community preparing young people for the future.
REC Foundation
Offers VEX robotics programs, delivering accessible and scalable robotics education.
RoboBlockly
A web-based robot simulator that teaches coding and math through a puzzle-piece interface, aligned with Common Core State Standards.
Tynker Robotics and Coding Camps
Tynker is the fun way to learn programming & develop problem-solving & critical thinking skills.
VEX Robotics Online Challenges
Explore VEX Robotics, where students of all ages can build, program, & compete in robotics challenges.
Citizen Scientist
Volunteers actively participating in scientific research by collecting & analyzing data or engaging in experiments.
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.
Student Conservation Association
Join us in building the next generation of conservation leaders.
The Dance Complex – Musical Theatre Classes
We support dance creation, study, & performance, connecting artists, audiences, & the community through movement and ideas.
First School of Mathematics - in Brookline, MA
We offer after-school and weekend tutoring for grades 1-12, focusing on math, science, and SAT prep to help students succeed.
BU - Public Open Night at the Observatory
The Public Open Night at the Observatory is a chance for people to come observe the night sky through telescopes.
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.
French Library - in Boston & Cambridge, MA
Fun, immersive lessons for ages 3-17 at the French Library! All levels welcome.
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.
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.
New England Language School - in Quincy, MA
Mathnasium - multiple locations including Brookline, MA
Combining personalized learning plans with interactive techniques, students of all skill levels develop a deep understanding of math.
MathPlus School - in Newtonville, MA
We build a strong math foundation with hands-on activities, puzzles, & real-world problems to inspire curiosity & a love for math.
The Pi Math School - in Northborough, MA
We offer a variety of math classes custom built for individual students and small groups of students in all our K-12 programs.
MathAltitude School of Mathematics - in Worcester, MA
We offer math classes and tutoring for Pre-K through high school, using effective Russian/European methods.
Cambridge Math Circle - in Cambridge, MA
We provide math enrichment to K-8 students in Greater Boston, focusing on underrepresented groups in STEM fields.
Russian School of Mathematics - multiple locations including Brookline, MA
Whether our students need to shine on rigorous high school courses or college resumes, our math program prepares them to succeed.
Einstein's Workshop
A family-friendly maker space where kids create, explore, and enjoy STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
NUTRONS FIRST Robotics - Northeastern
A FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) team based at Northeastern University with the goal of inspiring students to pursue STEM fields.
New England Sci-Tech
A non-profit STEM education center dedicated to project-based, hands-on learning for youth & families.
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.
BalletRox
Provides structured, multi-year dance programs focusing on ballet and other dance forms, aiming to empower Boston youth through dance.
Urbanity Dance
Offers contemporary dance classes and youth programs focusing on technique, creativity, and performance skills.
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.
José Mateo Ballet Theatre
Provides ballet training with a focus on developing strong technique and artistic expression.
Brookline Ballet School
Provides ballet training focusing on technique, artistry, and performance opportunities.
Historic New England's School and Youth Programs
Engaging multidisciplinary programs that use historical resources to enrich student learning, with many options available virtually.
