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.
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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 Met Internship Program for High School Students
This paid internship offers NYC high schoolers hands-on experience in art, museums, and creative fields with year-round mentorship.
Natural Areas Conservancy
We invite you to explore NYC’s 20,000 acres of forests, wetlands, & grasslands.
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.
PowerPlay - SuperSTARS Leadership Academy
Teen girls can experience sports in a safe space to catapult their confidence & leadership skills.
NYC Parks - Teens Programs
Our programs focus on engaging teens' interests & enhancing their healthy & productive development.
New York Youth Symphony (NYYS)
Offers young musicians orchestras, chamber music, jazz bands, and composition programs that foster excellence and personal growth.
MOVE - Parkour and Acrobatics After School Programs - in NY & LI
The Movement Creative offers after-school programs that focus on creative expression, movement, & building confidence.
Mountain Scout Survival School - in Hudson Valley, NY
Mountain Scout Survival School teaches wilderness survival skills to help you reconnect with nature, build confidence, & thrive.
Greenburgh Nature Center - in Scarsdale, NY
Explore our event calendar for a variety of nature-based activities, workshops, & educational opportunities for all ages.
Flying Deer Nature Center - in East Chatham, NY
Flying Deer Nature Center offers programs focused on wilderness skills, nature connection, & personal growth.
Brooklyn Bridge - Teen Programs
Complete weekly community service projects that focus on ecology, conservation, & sustainability.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden - Teen Apprenticeship - in Brooklyn, NY
A way for teens to learn about urban agriculture & the environment at one of the most exciting public gardens in the world!
Adirondack Club - Outdoor Programs - in Lake Placid, NY
New York’s leader in providing outdoor programs & experiences.
St. Peter's Thrift Store in Freehold, NJ
As a social justice ministry, the Thrift Shop helps people of all incomes shop with dignity. Donate! Shop! Support!
The Center for Continuing Education - Art Appreciation & History Courses
LMCCE’s Art Appreciation & History program explores diverse artistic movements & cultures.
Young Founders Lab
A startup incubator for high school students, providing hands-on experience in entrepreneurship & real-world business creation.
The Junior Economic Club of New York City
We invest in New York City’s future by allowing students to understand & solve real-world economic problems.
NYU Pre-College - Business Classes
Students can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.
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.
Makom New York - Teen Programs - in Bethpage, NY
Teen programs that foster Jewish learning, leadership, & community through social events, volunteer opportunities, & mentorship.
High School Fed Challenge
Students work as a team to develop & enhance their skills in critical thinking, creativity, writing, time management, & more.
Student Historian Internship at the New York Historical Society
This program lets high schoolers explore history through research, digital projects, and museum-based learning in NYC.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History - Internship Program
We offer engaging internships where students gain experience in museum collection management, educational programming, & more.
New Studio Summer Music Theatre Program
Conservatory-style training in acting, musical theatre, & performance, preparing students for college & beyond.
NY Historical Society - Student Historian Internship Program
The Student Historians Program offers high school interns research, writing, & digital media experience to explore American history.
Musuem of the City of NY - Triple E
A program designed by high schoolers for high schoolers where they can learn about historical topics & their impact on the present.
Brooklyn Public Library - CBH Teen Scholars Internship
Interns work closely with a team of educators, historians, & archivists to learn essential research skills.
BK Public Library - NYC History Day
A program where students in grades 6-12 create projects based on original historical research & analysis.
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.
Riverkeeper Volunteer Opportunities
From hands-on cleanup to community outreach, Riverkeeper volunteers play a vital role in protecting the local environment.
The Art Studio NY - Teen Art Program
In-person teen art classes fostering creativity & skill in a supportive studio environment.
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.
Whitney Museum of Art - Youth Insights
NYC teen programs offer high school students a chance to explore, discuss, & create art alongside contemporary artists & educators.
The Met - Teen Programs
Check out classes, workshops, & special events designed especially for teens to develop their skills & connect with art.
The Drawing Center
Engaging programs that inspire creativity through exhibitions, workshops, & community events for artists of all levels.
The Barrow Group - 1-Year Teen Ensemble
A professional training program designed to build on the actor’s existing set of skills & take training to the next level.
NYSCI Teen & STEM Night Events
Our events connect students with professionals, offering opportunities in STEM fields through interactive sessions & networking.
NYPL - Teen Art Club
Explore free art classes at NYPL, offering creative workshops for all ages across Manhattan, the Bronx, & Staten Island.
New York Art Studio - Teen Art Course
Teen art courses focused on building skills, creativity, & portfolios for aspiring young artists.
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.
Infinity Visual and Performing Arts
A creative space where young artists grow through mentorship, collaboration, & hands-on experiences in the visual & performing arts.
Creatively Wild Art Studio - Teen Art Classes in Brooklyn
Our curriculum supports & develops real progress by equipping students with the tools they need to become the artists they want to be.
Craftsman Ave - Workshops in Brooklyn
Hands-on DIY workshops where you can build, create, & learn new skills in woodworking, metalworking, & more. No experience needed!
Brooklyn Museum: By Teens, For Teens
Ready to expand your mind & meet fellow art lovers? Check out classes, paid internships, & free events.
Arts Connections Teen Programs - Teen Reviews and Critics
We offer FREE writing workshops in the visual arts, music, theater, dance, media, multi-arts, & film.
NYU - STEP Pre-College Program
A state-funded innovative pre-college enrichment program.
The Parris Foundation - STEM Camp - in Harlem, NY
Educational programs that engage students in hands-on STEM activities, fostering critical thinking & problem-solving skills.
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.
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.
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.
A New Chance Animal Rescue - in Bedford Hills, NY
Volunteers are needed for transportation, fundraising, walking/socializing dogs, foster support, administrative tasks, & more.
Chips Soup Kitchen and Women's Shelter
Volunteer today to help provide our guests with daily meals & various other services.
City Harvest
Volunteer for food distribution, provide nutrition education to people of all ages, support campaigns that fight hunger, & more.
City Meals on Wheels
Citymeals offers opportunities to prepare & deliver meals to homebound elderly New Yorkers, providing companionship & support.
Food Bank for NYC
Whether serving a hot meal, distributing groceries, or packing donations, you can make an impact with Food Bank For New York City!
Friendship Circle
Join teens around the world in a global movement to ensure that all children have someone they can call their friend.
Gallop NYC
Volunteers help children & adults with developmental, emotional, social & physical challenges, all while working with horses.
New York Cares
We have a variety of volunteer options, allowing teens to make a positive impact through community service projects across NYC.
NY Public Library - Teen Reading Ambasadors
Teens act as leaders & role models to younger kids, inspiring a lifelong love of reading & learning.
NYC Parks - Stewardship
Our volunteers help with forest & wetland restoration, planting & pruning street trees, & monitoring local wildlife.
