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.
Udemy: Astronomy Courses
Udemy offers online astronomy courses for all levels, covering stargazing, planetary observation, & astrophysics.
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.
Class Central: Caltech The Science of the Universe
Learn the basics of astronomy at the home of time & space in this online course.
Coursera: Astronomy Courses
Coursera offers a variety of online astronomy courses from top universities in topics like stars, planets, galaxies, & cosmology.
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.
OpenLearn: Astronomy
OpenLearn offers 'The Universe: A Beginner’s Guide,' an accessible course exploring the fundamentals of the universe for beginners.
Royal Museums Greenwich: Introduction to Astonomy Online
This course is for people with no prior knowledge of astronomy & offers a basic introduction to the subject from various perspectives.
The Pathway Initiative Internship Program
Our program offers STEM tutoring, mentoring, and financial support to prepare students for clinical roles in underserved communities.
Sasaki Foundation - Designing Environmental and Social Impact
A paid semester-long internship where high school students use design thinking to address local environmental and social issues.
North End Music and Performing Arts Center
NEMPAC’s Teen Interns mentor younger students in arts programs, helping to develop essential leadership and interpersonal skills.
futureBOS
futureBOS connects high school students with job opportunities to help them find the right fit.
The Real School of Music - in Burlington & Andover, MA
An internship that offers paid opportunities for youth ages 16+ to gain hands-on experience in a creative, music-driven environment.
Mass Clean Air and Energy Center - Technical Trades Work and Learning Program
A program that offers vocational students paid, hands-on experience in the clean energy sector year-round.
North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club in Boxford, MA
Learn about astronomy. Guests are welcome to attend one of our monthly meetings to see if it is for you.
AES
Promote cultural integration through linguistic and cultural understanding to improve access to healthcare, legal aid, and employment.
Boston Private Institute Council - in Jamaica Plain & Boston, MA
The PIC helps high school youth find jobs, including private sector internships and community-based employment opportunities.
The Education Cooperative - Internship Certificate Program - in East Walpole, MA
The TEC Internship Certificate Program offers hands-on career exploration for junior and senior high school students.
Commonwealth Corporation - Youth Works
YouthWorks is a state-funded program that helps teens and young adults build skills and gain experience for lasting employment.
Boston Conservatory at Berklee – Summer Dance Intensive
A three-week program that transforms dancers' technique and encourages their artistry while exploring modern dance and improvisation.
The Dance Complex – Musical Theatre Classes
We support dance creation, study, & performance, connecting artists, audiences, & the community through movement and ideas.
GNACE - Astronomy: The Basics in Newburyport, MA
Students will learn the basics about stars, planets, galaxies, black holes, and what causes astronomical events.
MIT Museum - Teen After Dark: Outer Space - in Cambridge, MA
Join us for a teen night themed on outer space at the MIT Museum.
MIT Kavli Institute - Talks - in Cambridge, MA
The MIT Kavli Institute (MKI) shares with students and the community an understanding of Astrophysics and Space Research through events.
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.
Aspire at MGH
Aspire helps adults 18+ on the spectrum build self-awareness, stress management, and social skills for overall success.
Boston Peers
We provide evidence-based social skills training with weekly sessions, role-play, coaching, and socialization homework.
The Common Room: offering a social space and events/excursions for high cognitive neurodiverse young adults
The Common Room connects young adults with high-cognitive autism to communities that enrich their lives & build relationships.
Jewish Community Center Adaptive Swim Lessons and Other Opportunities
JCC Greater Boston fosters belonging with inclusive programs. Accessible classes, performances, & events bring together our community.
Greater Massachusetts Special Needs Events
Events for families with special needs in Greater Massachusetts, including conferences, workshops, speaker events, and other programs.
e-Buddies by Best Buddies International
Safe online friendships between people with and without disabilities, promoting inclusion and building technology and social skills.
The Neurodiversity Alliance (ND Alliance)
A national network of student-led neurodiversity clubs fostering community, leadership, and awareness for different learning styles.
Connections Academy
An online public school offering flexible learning environments that can be tailored to meet the needs of neurodivergent students.
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.
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.
Brookline Ballet School
Provides ballet training focusing on technique, artistry, and performance opportunities.
Virtual Internships
We offer remote global internship opportunities across various industries, helping you gain professional experience from anywhere.
United Planet
Explore United Planet’s virtual internships & volunteer opportunities, offering global experiences that help you make an impact.
TurnUp
Join our innovative platform that connects students with personalized career opportunities, networking, & internship experiences.
StandOut Connect - Internships
We help high school students make an impact by recruiting for top internships in fields like finance, medicine, law, & tech.
Standout Connect
Students will interview with top companies from accelerator programs like Y Combinator & prestigious university ecosystems.
Ladder Internships
Ladder Internships' mission is to help the most talented high school interns work with the world’s most ambitious start-ups.
InternWorks
Get a customized internship that matches your interests & skills, gaining real-world experience & professional development.
Forage
Explore careers & prepare for the job with hundreds of free job simulations designed by the world's top employers.
Electric Literature
We introduce undergraduate & graduate students, emerging writers, & aspiring publishing professionals to literary digital publishing.
Building-U
Discover internship opportunities for students across various fields with Building-U, helping you gain real-world experience.
Absolute Internship
Gain global work experience through our international internship programs across various industries & cities worldwide.
AANE Online Social Skills & Support Groups
Explore our online resources, providing support & community for individuals on the autism spectrum & their families.
Autism Society Online Art & Creative Expression Programs
Discover the Autism Society, offering support, advocacy, & resources to improve the lives of individuals with autism & their families.
Autism Speaks Online Workshops & Webinars
Explore online workshops & webinars hosted by Autism Speaks, providing community support & raising awareness about autism.
