New York Area Student Extracurricular Activities
New York students, both local and online, engage in diverse extracurriculars, ranging from robotics clubs and volunteering to virtual art and coding websites.
New York Area Local & Online Activities
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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.
NYU - STEP Pre-College Program
A state-funded innovative pre-college enrichment program.
Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
Offers after-school private, group, and ensemble lessons in strings and piano, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
NYU Tisch Future Music Moguls
A free 14-week Saturday workshop introducing talented high school sophomores and juniors to the contemporary music business.
New York Youth Symphony (NYYS)
Offers young musicians orchestras, chamber music, jazz bands, and composition programs that foster excellence and personal growth.
New Studio Summer Music Theatre Program
Conservatory-style training in acting, musical theatre, & performance, preparing students for college & beyond.
Midori & Friends
Accessible music education, performances, and workshops in strings, percussion, winds, and chorus, highlighting diverse cultures.
Children's Orchestra Society (COS)
Teaches children and teens through orchestra and chamber music, offering comprehensive musical training and performance opportunities.
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.
Bloomingdale School of Music
Provides in-person and virtual music lessons, group classes, and ensembles for all ages and skill levels.
BAM After-School Programs
BAM supports bold art and ideas, championing inclusion, accessibility, and experimentation as a presenter, activator, and connector.
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.
Wave Hill - Woodland Ecology Research Program - in Bronx, NY
A 14-month program offering motivated New York City high school students a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of ecology.
The Rockefeller University - Jumpstart Program
A scientific research skills building program in spring/summer, designed for junior & senior high school students in New York City.
The Parris Foundation - STEM Camp - in Harlem, NY
Educational programs that engage students in hands-on STEM activities, fostering critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
Center for Justice Innovation - Youth Action Institute
We are a public policy research fellowship that supports young New Yorkers in investigating the policies that affect their lives.
NYSCI Teen & STEM Night Events
Our events connect students with professionals, offering opportunities in STEM fields through interactive sessions & networking.
DNA Learning Center - Urban Barcode Research Program
This science education initiative engages NYC high school students in studies of biodiversity using DNA technology.
Columbia Engineering - Science Honors Program
A highly selective program for high school students who have a strong interest in the sciences & mathematics.
Brooklyn Bridge - TIDES
Complete weekly community service projects that focus on ecology, conservation, & sustainability.
American Musuem of Natural History - Science Alliance High School Program
This program offers high school students courses in anthropology, astrophysics, conservation, Earth science, & evolutionary biology.
YouthAction NYC Internship
The YouthAction NYC Internship program is a year-long civic engagement program split into two semesters of work.
YMCA - Teen Programs - multiple branches
At the Y, teens can work on leadership skills, prep for college, play a sport, & give back through programs designed for them.
Urban Youth Collaborative
NYC youth-led coalition fighting to end the school-to-prison pipeline & create inclusive, supportive public schools.
Teens Take Charge
A youth-led organization that empowers New York City public school students to re-imagine an equitable, anti-racist future.
Stand Up! Girls - in multiple bouroughs
Our after-school stand-up comedy program is a unique & empowering experience for girls across New York City.
NYCLU - Teen Activist Project
Students drive statewide progress on issues like the school-to-prison pipeline, LGBTQ+ rights, students’ rights, & immigrants’ rights.
Girls Gender Equity - Youth Centered Programs - in Brooklyn, NY
Holistic youth-centered programs rooted in social justice, activism & advocacy for self and community.
