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.
New York City Office of the Mayor Internship
Offers internships for high schoolers to explore city government, gain skills, and develop a community service project.
Center for Architecture
Career exploration program where students gain valuable, first-hand experience with the work of practicing architects.
Architecture Program at Southern Westchester BOCES
Architecture/interior design, introducing students to art and design principles with multiple computer programs to develop portfolios.
YMCA Youth & Government Clubs
A program dedicated to teaching youth to use the democratic process to affect change that has a real impact on their communities.
NYU Pre-College - Politics
You can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.
NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program
An initiative for New Yorkers aged 14-19 who are committed to increasing youth engagement in local elections.
Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
Offers after-school private, group, and ensemble lessons in strings and piano, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
Young Invincibles - Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board
The Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board train young leaders in advocacy, policy, & civic engagement.
The Audre Lorde Project
The Audre Lorde Project is an LGBTQ+ People of Color community organizing center, focusing on the New York City area.
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.
Westchester Community Jewish Services - Center Lane for LGBTQ+ Youth - in Westchester, NY
Center Lane provides affirming supportive, educational, & recreational programming for LGBTQIA+ youth.
ACE Mentor Program
A free after-school mentorship program for high schoolers interested in architecture, engineering, & construction management.
Pride Center of Staten Island - in Staten Island, NY
Our Pride Center offers services focused on support, education, & empowerment for LGBTQ+ youth in a safe, inclusive environment.
PFLAG NYC
The Safe Schools Program seeks volunteers to share stories of support & self-acceptance, helping LGBTQ+ students embrace themselves.
LGBT Network - in LI and Queens
A non-profit organization that is a home and voice for LGBT people, their families, & support systems of Long Island & Queens.
JQY
JQY is a mental health organization that empowers Jewish queer teens & young adults to live healthy, joyful lives.
Generation Q Youth Center - in Forest Hills, NY
We are an after-school youth center for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, & queer youth & allies.
Brooklyn Community Pride Center - in Brooklyn
We offer programs & services to support the LGBTQ+ community in areas like health, advocacy, & cultural enrichment.
Bridging the Gap
We provide one-on-one support, job readiness training, skills building, & social activities to help you create a path to wellness.
Architecture/Engineering Program at PNW BOCES
Offers hands-on learning experiences in architecture and engineering, emphasizing practical application and design principles.
The Cooper Union - The Saturday Program
The Saturday Program plays a crucial role in supplementing missing or underfunded arts instruction in NYC schools.
The Architectural League - NY
Explore architecture events, lectures, & exhibitions hosted by The Architectural League.
Steinberg Hart
Through design, relationships, & change, we work together to shape environments & create inspiring places.
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.
Center for Architecture - Teen Workshops
Workshops for high school students interested in learning about the city’s built environment & developing architectural design skills.
