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  • 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.

  • Active Minds - Chapters

    Active Minds empowers youth to transform mental health culture, reaching 1.9 million people annually through advocacy & outreach.

  • Advocates for Youth

    The Student Organizing Team is a cohort of dynamic students from across the country leading campaigns to make material improvements.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Students Against Destructive Decisions

    We empower and mobilize students & adult allies to engage in positive change through leadership & smart decision-making.

  • UN Volunteers

    Find out how to become an Online Volunteer & help tackle today’s sustainable development challenges from anywhere in the world.

  • Youth Service America

    Youth Service America believes that youth, communities, and our democracy thrive when we all work together for the common good.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tinkercad - 3D Design

    Tinkercad is a free, web-based tool for 3D design, electronics, and coding, ideal for beginners and educators.

  • ArtStation: Learning

    ArtStation Learning offers on-demand courses for artists, covering digital art, design, & industry techniques.

  • Brit + Co Classes: Art & Design

    Brit + Co offers online art & design classes, from painting to digital illustration, for all skill levels.

  • Class Central: Art & Design Courses

    Earn certificates with paid & free online courses from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, & other top universities worldwide.

  • Confetti: Art Team Building Activities

    Confetti offers live virtual art classes, covering painting, drawing, & more creative experiences.

  • Creativebug

    Creativebug offers fun, online art & craft classes for kids & teens, taught by expert artists.

  • CreativeLive: Design Courses

    CreativeLive offers on-demand design classes taught by professionals, covering topics like illustration, typography, & UX design

  • 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.

  • Online Art Study

    We offer custom e-learning to boost creative skills & help students build a strong art & design portfolio.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • Udemy: Astronomy Courses

    Udemy offers online astronomy courses for all levels, covering stargazing, planetary observation, & astrophysics.

  • Class Central: Sports Medicine Courses and Certifications

    Learn sports medicine, earn certificates with online courses from Stanford, Yale, Tsinghua University & other top universities.

  • Coursera: University of Florida: The Science of Training for Young Athletes

    This course covers sports science information that provide youth coaches & parents with practical pediatric sports science insights.

  • Georgetown University: Anatomy & Physiology: How the Body Works in Harmony

    A comprehensive view of the major body systems through engaging course videos featuring a variety of educational tools.

  • NFHS Learning Center: Sports Nutrition Course

    This course presents guidelines for the diet needed to be ready for athletic practice and competition & how to refuel afterwards.

  • Rice University: Physiology: The Foundations of Medicine

    This pre-college course dives into the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, & respiratory systems & how they work together.

  • Tufts University: Serving a Healthy Diet

    In this course we explore the relationship between diet & health.

  • Udemy: Fully Accredited Foundation Level Kinesiology Course

    Learn the foundations of powerful kinesiology! Fully accredited course for muscle testing & body movement!

  • University of Vermont: Exercise Science

    Enroll in UVM's variety of college courses as a high school student, learning from top professors alongside college peers.

  • Wake Forest University: Sports Medicine: An Inside Look at the Major Injuries & Treatments

    Learn about common sports injuries & treatment options in this essential sports medicine course.

  • Well-Trained Mind Academy: Kinesiology & Nutrition I: Movement and Healthy Choices for the Active Student

    This course challenges the student to grow in their knowledge, practice, & skills necessary to live a healthy, active lifestyle.

  • Codecademy

    Codecademy empowers learners at all levels to grow their coding skills & make an impact through interactive learning

  • freeCodeCamp

    freeCodeCamp offers a proven path to your first software developer job with hands-on projects & certifications from all levels.

  • Inspirit AI

    Artificial Intelligence high school & middle school intensives led by Stanford & MIT Graduate students.

  • MehtA+ - AI/Machine Learning Bootcamp

    This 6-week virtual camp for 8th–12th graders taught by MIT & Stanford engineers covers AI, machine learning, & learning fundamentals

  • Scratch (developed by MIT)

    The world’s largest coding community for children that allows young people to create digital stories, games, & animations.

  • Treehouse

    Founded in 2011, Treehouse offers accessible, affordable online tech education, teaching over 1.2 million people to code and design.

  • Tynker

    Tynker equips children with foundational computer science, programming, & critical thinking skills to prepare them for the future.

  • Veritas AI

    AI Scholars is a 10-week online bootcamp covering AI fundamentals, applications, & a hands-on project with a mentor.

  • W3Schools

    W3Schools Campus provides a vast coding library of courses, quizzes, & interactive lessons for all skill levels.

  • Webflow University

    Webflow University offers free courses & tutorials on web design, development, & creating website.

  • 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.

  • Actor’s Studio Online Acting Classes

    Our program offers hands-on, immersive training to help you master storytelling, convey emotion, & unlock your acting talent.

  • BerkeleyX: Entrepreneurship For All (Part I): The UC Berkeley Startup Guide for students by Silicon Valley Insiders - edX

    This is the Silicon Valley insiders’ guide to entrepreneurship.

  • Council for Economic Education Program - Invest in Girls

    Our program offers free online & in-person resources to help young women learn about money management.

  • FutureLearn

    Learn economics online from basic to advanced theory & gain a deeper understanding of why & how our economies work.

  • Georgetown University - Online Business Programs

    Pre-college online courses for high school students to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, investing, & more.

  • Investopedia

    Investopedia offers expert financial education with articles, tutorials, & tools on investing, personal finance, & market analysis.

  • The Stock Market Game

    Our website allows students to learn investing & personal finance through simulated stock market experiences.

  • University of Notre Dame - Pre-College Online Program: Business

    This course guides you through the fundamentals & exciting inner workings of the world of business.

  • Veritas AI - AI + Finance

    A 10-week course that explores AI in finance, featuring lectures, hands-on projects, & predictive modeling for stock price prediction.

  • Wharton University - Understanding Your Money

    Wharton’s online program helps students learn money-management, budgeting, & investing strategies.

  • 24/7 Teach: AI - Prompt Engineering Bootcamp

    Embark on a journey into the fascinating world of AI Prompt Engineering in our specially designed bootcamp for teens

  • edX: Engineering

    edX offers a wide range of online engineering courses from, covering topics like mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.

  • Excel High School: STEM Mechanical Engineering Course

    Dive into the fascinating world of mechanical engineering with Excel High School's comprehensive introductory course.

  • Georgetown University Pre-College Program: Cybersecurity Course

    This course unveils how cyberspace evolved, how it opened the door for cyberattacks, & how the world of the dark web came to exist.

  • iD Tech: Computer Science and Cybersecurity Classes

    iD Tech offers online coding, game development, robotics, & design courses for kids & teens, taught by expert instructors.

  • MIT - MITES Semester

    Join MITES Semester (formerly MOSTEC) for a six-month STEM & college preparation experience.

  • SHPE: Virtual STEM Labs

    We provide K-12 students access to a variety of opportunities in science, technology, engineering, & math!

  • Tufts Pre-College: Engineering & Computer Science Programs

    Explore your academic interests at an advanced level with college courses at Tufts University that are open to high school students.

  • University of Notre Dame - Pre-College Online Program: STEM

    Notre Dame's pre-college online STEM-related courses feature dynamic video lessons by renowned faculty, & access to mentors.

  • Young Wonks: Online Coding Classes

    Computer science classes with robotics, Internet of Things (IOT) & game development based curriculum.

  • Foreign Policy Research Institute - Internships

    Our internships give students valuable foreign relations experience, mentorship, seminars, & the chance to publish research.

  • Georgetown University Pre-College: Online Law & Government Programs

    If you're intrigued by law, U.S. Politics & government & would like to explore these subjects before college, this course is for you.

  • Outschool: Government & Civics Classes

    We offer courses about government, civics, & how democracy works, encouraging active & informed participation in society.

  • Pasquines - Internships

    We are looking for virtual (unpaid) interns, who will help us with a variety of positions.

  • Pathways Internship Program

    This program offers paid internships with the U.S. Department of State, providing students with career-building experience.

  • Rice University Pre-College: Global Affairs

    In this course, you’ll learn to think critically about the differences between democracies, semi-democracies, & authoritarian regimes.

  • Tufts Pre-College: Politics

    Tufts University offers online courses in politics through its professional & continuing education programs.

  • U.S. Senate Page Program

    This program offers high school juniors & seniors the chance to work on Capitol Hill, gaining firsthand experience.

  • MathAltitude School of Mathematics - in Worcester, MA

    We offer math classes and tutoring for Pre-K through high school, using effective Russian/European methods.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Interlochen Online Music and Arts Programs for Teens

    Offers online courses in music performance, composition, and other arts, designed for middle and high school students.

  • School of Rock Online Programs

    Offers online music programs focusing on performance, stage presence, and musicianship through interactive lessons and group sessions.

  • InterHarmony International School of Music Online

    Provides year-round online classical music training, including private lessons, masterclasses, and recitals with renowned faculty.

  • ArtistWorks

    Offers online music lessons across various instruments and vocals, featuring video exchanges with renowned instructors.

  • Kadenze

    Provides online courses in music technology, composition, and creative arts taught by experts from leading universities/institutions.

  • FutureLearn: Music Courses

    Offers a variety of online music courses, including topics like music business, songwriting, and performance skills.

  • MasterClass: Music Classes

    Online classes taught by renowned musicians and industry professionals, covering topics like singing, songwriting, and production.

  • SoundFly

    Offers online courses in music production, composition, and songwriting, with mentorship from industry professionals.

  • OutSchool

    Join OutSchool for engaging live video chat classes, vetted and passionate teachers, build confidence through progress.

  • The Neurodiversity Alliance (ND Alliance)

    A national network of student-led neurodiversity clubs fostering community, leadership, and awareness for different learning styles.

  • e-Buddies by Best Buddies International

    Safe online friendships between people with and without disabilities, promoting inclusion and building technology and social skills.

  • Connections Academy

    An online public school offering flexible learning environments that can be tailored to meet the needs of neurodivergent students.

  • RoboBlockly

    A web-based robot simulator that teaches coding and math through a puzzle-piece interface, aligned with Common Core State Standards.

  • Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy

    Offers online courses and resources using robotics to teach CS-STEM, with curricula for students.

  • REC Foundation

    Offers VEX robotics programs, delivering accessible and scalable robotics education.

  • Botball Educational Robotics Program

    Engages students in team-oriented robotics competitions, focusing on designing, building, and programming autonomous robots.

  • University of Notre Dame Pre-College: Law

    Learn to analyze legal issues using IRAC, explore international law, navigate sports law, & examine how to protect brands & ideas.

  • William & Mary Pre-College: Constitutional Law

    Explore how lawyers & judges interpret the U.S. Constitution, examine key legal debates, & hear from top law professors.

  • Class Central: History Classes

    Learn History, earn certificates with free online courses from Harvard, Stanford, MIT, & other top universities around the world

  • Cornell Pre-College

    Get a head start on college by earning credits from Cornell online.

  • Harvard University edX: History Courses

    Explore free history courses from Harvard, covering key events, historical perspectives, & global insights from top scholars.

  • Hillsdale College: The Great American Story

    Explore America’s history, its triumphs & challenges, & the principles that shaped the nation in this free Hillsdale course.

  • National History Day Project

    Join National History Day, a competition where students explore historical topics through research, analysis, & creativity.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Absolute Internship

    Gain global work experience through our international internship programs across various industries & cities worldwide.

  • Building-U

    Discover internship opportunities for students across various fields with Building-U, helping you gain real-world experience.

  • Electric Literature

    We introduce undergraduate & graduate students, emerging writers, & aspiring publishing professionals to literary digital publishing.

  • Forage

    Explore careers & prepare for the job with hundreds of free job simulations designed by the world's top employers.

  • InternWorks

    Get a customized internship that matches your interests & skills, gaining real-world experience & professional development.

  • Ladder Internships

    Ladder Internships' mission is to help the most talented high school interns work with the world’s most ambitious start-ups.

  • Standout Connect

    Students will interview with top companies from accelerator programs like Y Combinator & prestigious university ecosystems.

  • StandOut Connect - Internships

    We help high school students make an impact by recruiting for top internships in fields like finance, medicine, law, & tech.

  • The Intern Group

    Realize your potential with an internship abroad.

  • TurnUp

    Join our innovative platform that connects students with personalized career opportunities, networking, & internship experiences.

  • United Planet

    Explore United Planet’s virtual internships & volunteer opportunities, offering global experiences that help you make an impact.

  • Virtual Internships

    We offer remote global internship opportunities across various industries, helping you gain professional experience from anywhere.

  • Babbel Live

    Learn a new language with Babbel Live, offering live online classes with expert teachers to help you improve your skills in real-time.

  • 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.

  • Busuu

    Learn any language with simplified courses & short, but focused lessons.

  • Duolingo

    With quick, bite-sized lessons, you’ll earn points & unlock new levels while gaining real-world communication skills.

  • 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.

  • Lingoda: Online Lanugage Courses

    Our approach to online language learning is centered around live, interactive classes, ensuring an engaging educational experience.

  • National Security Language Initiative for Youth

    Our program helps Americans master critical languages to foster international cooperation & build mutual understanding.

  • Pimsleur

    Learn to speak a new language with a near-native accent in just 30 days.

  • Rosetta Stone

    Rosetta Stone taps into your brain's innate ability to learn new languages so you feel comfortable with everyday communication.

  • 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.

  • TrevorSpace - Clubs

    TrevorSpace is an affirming international community for LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.

  • Youth Pride Association - Resources + Volunteer

    Work on the frontlines to support LGBTQ+ students. All roles are virtual & flexible.

  • ALEKS

    ALEKS is a research-based, online learning program that offers course products for Math, Chemistry, Statistics, & more.

  • Art of Problem Solving

    Our books, classes, & online resources help students become creative, successful problem solvers.

  • Brilliant

    Brilliant’s mission is to create better problem solvers through interactive, hands-on learning.

  • Coursera

    Explore a wide range of mathematics courses on Coursera, offering expert-led lessons from top universities.

  • Harvard University - Mathematics Courses via edX

    Access free, online mathematics courses from Harvard where you learn at your own pace.

  • 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.

  • MIT Primes USA

    PRIMES-USA is a free, year-long research program in mathematics open to high school juniors & sophomores.

  • MIT Yulia's Dream

    Yulia’s Dream is a free math enrichment & research program for exceptional high school students (grades 10-11) from Ukraine.

  • Standford Pre-Collegiate Studies - Math Circle

    The Stanford Math Circle offers quarter-long sessions for elementary, middle, & high school students interested in math.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Project Learning Tree

    Our Nature Activities for Families introduce children to nature & their environment.

  • Sustainably Developing Your Community: Columbia University

    Learn how to sustainably develop your community, focusing on practical solutions for a greener future.

  • The Nature Conservancy: Nature Connects Webinars & Virtual Field Trips

    Hear from our leading scientists & environmental experts about tackling climate change, & providing food & water sustainably.

  • Lumiere Research Scholar Program

    Explore our diverse programs, offering personalized learning experiences to help students excel academically.

  • Pioneer Academics Research Program

    We offer high schoolers institutional resources to conduct original, undergraduate-level research.

  • Polygence

    Work with a PhD-level expert who will help you create a meaningful project, such as a research paper, podcast, video essay, or more!

  • Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research

    We offer hands-on experiences in biology, medicine, & research to inspire the next generation of scientists.

  • The 1-on-1 Research Mentorship

    This program offers students the opportunity to pursue research with a current teaching Oxbridge or Ivy League faculty member.

  • The Cambridge Future Scholar Programme

    High school students have the opportunity to enhance their academic skills & gain valuable research experience through this program.

  • FIRST Robotics Virtual Events and Challenges

    A global robotics community preparing young people for the future.

  • 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.

  • Carnegie Mellon University: Open Learning Initiative

    Access free, self-paced courses from Carnegie Mellon University’s Open Learning Initiative, offering education in various subjects.

  • Citizen Scientist

    Volunteers actively participating in scientific research by collecting & analyzing data or engaging in experiments.

  • Georgetown University Pre-College: Science Courses

    Georgetown University offers both enrichment & pre-college online courses for high school students ages 13 & older.

  • Horizon Academic

    Discover our personalized mentoring & educational programs to help students unlock their potential & achieve academic success.​

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • STEM-E Mentorship Program

    Explore STEME’s mentorship programs, connecting students with professionals to guide them in their educational journey.

  • Student Conservation Association

    Join us in building the next generation of conservation leaders.

  • Teen Science Cafe

    TSCs are free out of school time programs where teens & STEM experts collaborate on presentations & hands-on activities.

  • Tufts University Pre-College: Science Courses

    Explore Tufts University’s professional & continuing education courses in science.

  • 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.

  • Bookshare

    Volunteer with Bookshare to help make reading accessible for people with disabilities by providing valuable support.

  • Crisis Text Line

    As a trained virtual volunteer, you’ll help people navigate through challenges, offering empathy, guidance & understanding.

  • DemocracyLab

    We connect tech-for-good projects with skilled volunteers & socially responsible companies.

  • DOROT - GENuine Connections

    Join GENuine Connections, a virtual volunteer program for teens & adults 65+, featuring various workshop activities.

  • learn to be

    We help kids unlock their potential by connecting them with free, exceptional tutors online.

  • LibriVox

    LibriVox volunteers read & record chapters of books in the public domain & make them available for free on the Internet.

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

    We celebrate creative teens by providing opportunities to showcase their work in art, writing, & more.

  • 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.

  • Workshops - Lighthouse Writers

    Online creative writing workshops, led by expert instructors. Hone your craft and connect with fellow writers.

  • Writing Classes - MasterClass

    Get unlimited access to all 200+ classes taught by the world's best, starting at $10/month.

  • High School Fed Challenge

    Students work as a team to develop & enhance their skills in critical thinking, creativity, writing, time management, & more.

  • NY Institute of Technology - High School Business Bootcamp - in LI

    New York Tech School of Management offers a free bootcamp to prepare high school students for college & work experience.

  • NYU Pre-College - Business Classes

    Students can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.

  • Young Founders Lab

    A startup incubator for high school students, providing hands-on experience in entrepreneurship & real-world business creation.

  • NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program

    An initiative for New Yorkers aged 14-19 who are committed to increasing youth engagement in local elections.

  • NYU Pre-College - Politics

    You can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.

  • The Center for Continuing Education - Art Appreciation & History Courses

    LMCCE’s Art Appreciation & History program explores diverse artistic movements & cultures.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Pratt - Pre-College Program in Architecture

    Pre-college courses for high school students to explore creative disciplines & prepare for a degree in art, design, or architecture.

  • 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.

  • The Art Studio NY - Teen Art Program

    In-person teen art classes fostering creativity & skill in a supportive studio environment.

  • Astronomy For Change - in NY

    Astronomy For Change is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to affect positive change through astronomy & science education.

  • Girls Who Code Clubs

    Free after-school programs that teach coding and build community to close the gender gap in tech. Meet regularly during school year.

  • LI Youth Development - Coding Classes - in East Setauket, NY

    A coding club introducing programming basics through hands-on projects in Python, C++, Java, & more, for all skill levels.

  • The Coding Space

    Build intellectual confidence and a growth mindset through personalized projects in Scratch and JavaScript.

  • The Coding Space in NYC, Brooklyn, Long Island

    ​​An after-school and summer coding program where kids & teens learn to code while developing critical thinking skills.

  • theCoderSchool Syosset

    Coding classes in Python, Scratch, and JavaScript with private and semi-private coaching, using a mentor-based teaching approach.

  • Stony Brook University Engineering Programs for Middle School Students

    Offers hands-on engineering programs taught by STEM grad students, available in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format.

  • Capital Region Language Center - in Albany, NY

    Flexible learning styles for kids & teens in small groups or as individuals, & in-person or online.

  • China Institute

    Our program offers Mandarin classes for toddlers, children & teens of all language levels.

  • Hills Learning

    We offer language programs in Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Cantonese, Thai, Arabic, & Vietnamese, serving 300+ students.

  • Japan Society Classes

    Beginner to advanced students can learn to speak, read, & write Japanese in these courses & workshops.

  • Language Trainers

    Language Trainers will help you learn any language, anytime, anywhere!

  • Tribeca Language

    Tribeca Language is New York City’s premier language school for all ages & learning goals.

  • Math-M-Addicts

    A Saturday enrichment program with a range of mathematical problem-solving courses for elementary, middle, & high school students.

  • New York Math Circle

    We’ll help you develop your logical thinking & problem-solving skills, & help you enjoy, understand, & expand your math knowledge.

  • Bloomingdale School of Music

    Provides in-person and virtual music lessons, group classes, and ensembles for all ages and skill levels.

  • Brooklyn Music School (BMS)

    Offers in-person and online music and dance lessons, group classes, and ensembles with a focus on accessibility for all students.

  • Best Buddies International

    A global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities (IDD).

  • The Neurodiversity Alliance

    A nonprofit organization for students with the largest online community & network of neurodiversity clubs in the country.

  • Adirondack Club - Outdoor Programs - in Lake Placid, NY

    New York’s leader in providing outdoor programs & experiences.

  • The Parris Foundation - STEM Camp - in Harlem, NY

    Educational programs that engage students in hands-on STEM activities, fostering critical thinking & problem-solving skills.

  • Weill Cornell Medicine - Health Recruitment / Exposure Program

    Students from underrepresented minorities in medicine have the opportunity to meet & learn from physicians at Weill Cornell Medicine.

  • 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.

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