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.
Think Space Studio After School Programming
Teaches fundamentals of computer programming, including Java, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, in a hands-on, small group environment.
CodeWizardsHQ
Structured, comprehensive coding classes with a hands-on approach, covering various programming languages and web development skills.
NextGen Bootcamp Live Online Classes
Live online, interactive summer coding classes in Java, Python, web design, and more, focusing on real-world projects from day one.
STEM Alliance Digital Mentoring
Digital mentoring programs, workshops, and after-school programs focused on science, technology, engineering, and math education.
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.
New Studio Summer Music Theatre Program
Conservatory-style training in acting, musical theatre, & performance, preparing students for college & beyond.
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.
Natural Areas Conservancy
We invite you to explore NYC’s 20,000 acres of forests, wetlands, & grasslands.
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.
Children's Orchestra Society (COS)
Teaches children and teens through orchestra and chamber music, offering comprehensive musical training and performance opportunities.
Midori & Friends
Accessible music education, performances, and workshops in strings, percussion, winds, and chorus, highlighting diverse cultures.
New York L'Alliance in NY and NJ
Whether you’re interested in French language classes, cinema, or performing arts for your child or teen, you’ll find it here!
New York Youth Symphony (NYYS)
Offers young musicians orchestras, chamber music, jazz bands, and composition programs that foster excellence and personal growth.
NYU Tisch Future Music Moguls
A free 14-week Saturday workshop introducing talented high school sophomores and juniors to the contemporary music business.
Opus 118 Harlem School of Music
Offers after-school private, group, and ensemble lessons in strings and piano, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
BK Public Library - NYC History Day
A program where students in grades 6-12 create projects based on original historical research & analysis.
Brooklyn Public Library - CBH Teen Scholars Internship
Interns work closely with a team of educators, historians, & archivists to learn essential research skills.
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.
NY Historical Society - Student Historian Internship Program
The Student Historians Program offers high school interns research, writing, & digital media experience to explore American history.
The Center for Continuing Education - Art Appreciation & History Courses
LMCCE’s Art Appreciation & History program explores diverse artistic movements & cultures.
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History - Internship Program
We offer engaging internships where students gain experience in museum collection management, educational programming, & 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.
NY Public Library - Teen Reading Ambasadors
Teens act as leaders & role models to younger kids, inspiring a lifelong love of reading & learning.
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.
NY Historical Society - Tech Scholars
Our programs offer free digital humanities courses for NYC-area high school students to create podcasts, websites, & games.
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.
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.
Tribeca Language
Tribeca Language is New York City’s premier language school for all ages & learning goals.
NYC Parks - Stewardship
Our volunteers help with forest & wetland restoration, planting & pruning street trees, & monitoring local wildlife.
Riverkeeper Volunteer Opportunities
From hands-on cleanup to community outreach, Riverkeeper volunteers play a vital role in protecting the local environment.
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!
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.
Collina Italiana
Our children’s classes are a wonderful place to start your child’s Italian education & feed their curiosity.
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.
JP Language Institure - in Nassau, Bay Shore, and Garden City NY
Regardless of skill level, our courses are designed for you to achieve your language learning goals with efficiency.
Language Trainers
Language Trainers will help you learn any language, anytime, anywhere!
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.
The Culture Tree
The Culture Tree promotes cultural literacy about South Asia through language & educational & cultural programs
