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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.
Active Minds - Chapters
Active Minds empowers youth to transform mental health culture, reaching 1.9 million people annually through advocacy & outreach.
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.
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.
School of Motion: Online Design Training
An online school making motion design & creative fields accessible through expert-led learning & career support.
RISD - Teen Online Courses
Discover how creative problem-solving, collaboration and expression are at the heart of art & design with these teen courses.
Online Art Study
We offer custom e-learning to boost creative skills & help students build a strong art & design portfolio.
MassArt - After-School Studios
A dynamic program for students in grades 9–12, offering a variety of classes in both fine art & design.
Drawspace
Drawspace offers online art courses for all skill levels, from drawing basics to advanced techniques.
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.
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.
Students Against Destructive Decisions
We empower and mobilize students & adult allies to engage in positive change through leadership & smart decision-making.
National Youth Leadership Council - Youth Advisory Council
We help young people build authentic leadership skills, impact their communities, & address real world issues.
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.
Generation Citizen - Youth Leadership
Generation Citizen offers tools for rising youth to build civic skills & create the inclusive, multi-racial democracy that we need.
DoSomething.org
DoSomething fuels young people to create change. For 30 years, we’ve supported 8 million youth in turning passion into action.
Advocates for Youth
The Student Organizing Team is a cohort of dynamic students from across the country leading campaigns to make material improvements.
ArtStation: Learning
ArtStation Learning offers on-demand courses for artists, covering digital art, design, & industry techniques.
TrevorSpace - Clubs
TrevorSpace is an affirming international community for LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
We celebrate creative teens by providing opportunities to showcase their work in art, writing, & more.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History: Courses
Discover courses & resources on American history from the Gilder Lehrman Institute, perfect for students & history enthusiasts.
PBS Learning Media
Explore free world history resources for grades 9-12 on PBS LearningMedia, covering key events, cultures, & global perspectives.
National History Day Project
Join National History Day, a competition where students explore historical topics through research, analysis, & creativity.
Hillsdale College: The Great American Story
Explore America’s history, its triumphs & challenges, & the principles that shaped the nation in this free Hillsdale course.
Harvard University edX: History Courses
Explore free history courses from Harvard, covering key events, historical perspectives, & global insights from top scholars.
Cornell Pre-College
Get a head start on college by earning credits from Cornell online.
Class Central: History Classes
Learn History, earn certificates with free online courses from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, & other top universities around the world
The Nature Conservancy: Nature Connects Webinars & Virtual Field Trips
Hear from our leading scientists & environmental experts about tackling climate change, & providing food & water sustainably.
Sustainably Developing Your Community: Columbia University
Learn how to sustainably develop your community, focusing on practical solutions for a greener future.
Tufts University Pre-College: History
Explore history courses at Tufts University, covering diverse topics & perspectives for professional & continuing education learners.
University of Vermont Pre-College: History
Explore UVM's pre-college history courses for high school students, offering a head start on college learning.
Varsity Academics: High School History Camps
Our History Camps are intensive workshops in which secondary-school students learn how to research & write about history.
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.
NaNoWriMo's Young Writers Program
Aspiring teen authors can set goals, track progress, & write their own novel during National Novel Writing Month!
Teen Ink
A platform where teens can share their creative writing, artwork, & photography while connecting with one another.
Unbound: Teen Creative Writing - Gotham Workshops
Unleash your creativity as a writer, while learning the tricks of the trade.
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.
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.
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.
Outdoor Expeditions for High School Students
Surrounded by the pristine natural world & a crew of adventurous peers, students work as a team to achieve goals & learn skills.
HiTOPS
HiTOPS groups create a safe space for LGBTQ+ youth to meet, socialize, & offer & provide support.
It Gets Better Ambasador
Join the It Gets Better team as a TikTok Creator! If you're an LGBTQ+ TikToker who understands trends & values diversity, we want you!
National Teen Board - Beyond Differences
Collaborate on designing curricula, engage with experts, attend a leadership retreat, & make an impact in 10,000 schools nationwide.
Online LGBTQ Classes for Kids and Teens - Outschool
Explore LGBTQ+ classes on Outschool, offering inclusive, engaging courses that empower youth to learn & connect with their identities.
PFLAG - Resources / Webinars
Access diverse learning, expert advice, & community support from the largest organization supporting LGBTQ+ individuals.
Queering Identities: LGBTQ+ Sexuality and Gender Identity - Coursera
Explore this course to understand LGBTQ+ history, culture, & identities through expert-led lessons & engaging content.
The Center
We provide a safe environment where LGBTQ+ youth can meet with peers, build leadership skills, & prioritize mental & physical health.
The Loft - Queer Community Book Club
Join us at the Queer Community Book Club (QCBC), where we celebrate the rich diversity & vibrant voices within queer literature.
Youth Pride Association - Resources + Volunteer
Work on the frontlines to support LGBTQ+ students. All roles are virtual & flexible.
Alderleaf Wilderness College: Essential Wilderness Survival Course
Learn the core skills of survival (shelter, water, fire, & food) in a way that allows you to participate at home & at your own pace.
Base Camp: Sustainability Online
Dig into the past, dive into computers, create songs, & more with our various workshops!
Bush Survival Training: Online Wilderness Survival Course
Gain lifesaving skills while learning online at your pace.
CornellLab: Bird Academy
Learn about birds through expert-led courses on the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's All About Birds Academy.
Green Schools Alliance
We empower student sustainability leaders with skills, knowledge & tools to address climate change.
Husson University: ECAP - ex: Wildland Fire
Register at Husson University to explore their programs, admissions process, & how you can start pursuing higher education.
National Geographic: Externships
An eight-week virtual learning & leadership experience to equip you with tools & connections to seek solutions in their communities.
Project Learning Tree
Our Nature Activities for Families introduce children to nature & their environment.
The Center for Continuing Education - Art Appreciation & History Courses
LMCCE’s Art Appreciation & History program explores diverse artistic movements & cultures.
Adirondack Club - Outdoor Programs - in Lake Placid, NY
New York’s leader in providing outdoor programs & experiences.
The Art Studio NY - Teen Art Program
In-person teen art classes fostering creativity & skill in a supportive studio environment.
Long Island Academy of Fine Art - in Glen Cove, NY
Fine art courses for all levels, taught by professional artists in a supportive studio setting.
Families Together in New York State - Youth Power - in Albany, NY
Youth Power is a safe space for those looking to organize advocacy, to speak out & amplify their voices for change.
Alliance of Families for Justice - Youth Empowerment Program
The Youth Empowerment Project is an Alliance of Families for Justice educational initiative for training future community leaders.
Hudson Valley Writers Center - in Sleepy Hollow, NY
The Center fosters a vibrant literary arts community that empowers writers & readers of diverse ages, talents, & backgrounds.
Poets House
Poets House exists to create a welcoming home for poets, poetry readers, & for those who are exploring poetry.