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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.
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.
SHPE: Virtual STEM Labs
We provide K-12 students access to a variety of opportunities in science, technology, engineering, & math!
MIT - MITES Semester
Join MITES Semester (formerly MOSTEC) for a six-month STEM & college preparation experience.
iD Tech: Computer Science and Cybersecurity Classes
iD Tech offers online coding, game development, robotics, & design courses for kids & teens, taught by expert instructors.
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.
Excel High School: STEM Mechanical Engineering Course
Dive into the fascinating world of mechanical engineering with Excel High School's comprehensive introductory course.
edX: Engineering
edX offers a wide range of online engineering courses from, covering topics like mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.
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
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.
Udemy: Astronomy Courses
Udemy offers online astronomy courses for all levels, covering stargazing, planetary observation, & astrophysics.
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.
OpenLearn: Astronomy
OpenLearn offers 'The Universe: A Beginner’s Guide,' an accessible course exploring the fundamentals of the universe for beginners.
Open Yale Courses: Astronomy
The Department of Astronomy at Yale offers a wide range of courses in astronomy, physics, & mathematics.
NASA: Jet Propulsion Laboratory
NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory offers educational resources, including lesson plans, projects, & videos for students in STEM fields.
MIT OpenCourseWare: Introduction to Astronomy
Introduction to Astronomy provides an introduction to the physics of the solar system, stars, the interstellar medium, & the universe.
Coursera: Astronomy Courses
Coursera offers a variety of online astronomy courses from top universities in topics like stars, planets, galaxies, & cosmology.
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.
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.
Class Central: Caltech The Science of the Universe
Learn the basics of astronomy at the home of time & space in this online course.
Young Wonks: Online Coding Classes
Computer science classes with robotics, Internet of Things (IOT) & game development based curriculum.
ArtStation: Learning
ArtStation Learning offers on-demand courses for artists, covering digital art, design, & industry techniques.
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.
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.
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.
Project Learning Tree
Our Nature Activities for Families introduce children to nature & their environment.
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.
National Geographic: Externships
An eight-week virtual learning & leadership experience to equip you with tools & connections to seek solutions in their communities.
Husson University: ECAP - ex: Wildland Fire
Register at Husson University to explore their programs, admissions process, & how you can start pursuing higher education.
Green Schools Alliance
We empower student sustainability leaders with skills, knowledge & tools to address climate change.
CornellLab: Bird Academy
Learn about birds through expert-led courses on the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's All About Birds Academy.
Bush Survival Training: Online Wilderness Survival Course
Gain lifesaving skills while learning online at your pace.
Base Camp: Sustainability Online
Dig into the past, dive into computers, create songs, & more with our various workshops!
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.
Adirondack Club - Outdoor Programs - in Lake Placid, NY
New York’s leader in providing outdoor programs & experiences.
Astronomy For Change - in NY
Astronomy For Change is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to affect positive change through astronomy & science education.
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.
