Free Programs

College Now at Baruch College allows qualified NYC public high school students to enroll in courses that earn college credit and provide academic enrichment for FREE.

Current 10th- and 11th-graders in NYC public high schools

The program runs July 5 through August 16 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Lunch and Metrocards are provided.

Apply here. The deadline is April 13, 2018.

Sign up for help with homework or writing in general. Drop-in tutoring available on sundays only.

There is a limited amount of space for students and the programs prioritizes returning students, students who need academic support, and families that demonstrate financial need.

2 locations available:
Sunday through Thursday 3:00-5:30pm
826NYC Secret Library behind the Brooklyn Superhero Supply Company
372 Fifth Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Accessible via F, G, R stop at Fourth Ave. and 9th St.

Monday through Thursday 3:00-5:30pm
826NYC Satellite Location in the Williamsburg Library
240 Division Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11211
Accessible via the J, M, Z stop at Marcy or the G stop at Broadway

Parents, if you are interested in registering your child for tutoring in Park Slope, please complete the following application: Park Slope AST 2017-2018 Application. If you are interested in attending only the Sunday program, you may come by the Park Slope location any Sunday between 3:00 and 5:30pm to register your student(s).

If you would like to register your child for tutoring in Williamsburg, please complete the following application: Williamsburg AST 2017-2018 Application.

Students of color in 4th-9th grade

Students with at least a B+ average who are ranked in the top 10% of their class are eligible to apply. Candidates must apply one year in advance.

Applying to ABC is an 18-month process. Applications are available starting in February

Teams of students and mentoring firms are assembled to meet throughout the school year at firm offices. The students plan and design projects mirroring "real world" conditions. Students gain useful skills and contacts. To get information about registration, contact the New York office.

High school students

Registration opens in mid July

Children between 18 months and 12 years old

Drop in for story time, museum exploration, register for a class, or participate in other activities. Call 212-650-2217 or email [email protected] to learn more

Check online for upcoming events. Many are first come, first serve

Students in grades 7-12

Submit your art and writing in 29 categories for the chance to earn scholarships or have your works exhibited or published. About 2,000 students earn national awards, including more than $250,000 in scholarships

Deadlines range from December 15 through January 15, depending on your region

High school boys of underrepresented racial or ethnic group

Participants receive hands-on, project-based instruction in computing concepts, programming fundamentals, mobile phone development, robotics, web development, and design. 40 students are selected each year

Applications are due in March

Grades 9-12, exploratory classes
Grades 10-12, research classes

Students researchers learn about stars, trees, evolution, genetics in classes that meet for six weeks twice a week after school. Mid-December deadline; also check out the low-cost Exploratory Classes on genetics, astronomy and more

Applications are due online on an ongoing basis. Applications open in November for semester beginning in January.

Asian American and immigrant students in 6th to 12th grades

Mentors help with schoolwork, English, college prep in addition to playing sports, exploring the city, and participating in group events. Academic programs include reading support, test prep, and college prep. Lowcost academic programs include SHSAT and SAT prep.

Mentees are accepted on a rolling basis but interviews are generally scheduled during the main recruitment period, July– September. http://www.apexforyouth.org/students/

Rising High school seniors

Interns work under the guidance of Apollo Theater staff in various departments such as Production, Programming, Marketing & Public Relations, Community Outreach, and Events Management. Interns receive a bi -weekly stipend. Interns work Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

September

10th and 11th grade students with good grades

Research experience in engineering, cyber security, robotics and molecular design fields. Only 36 students accepted; earn $500 upon completion

Online applications are due in late February

Old Masters, new eyes! Guided by museum educators, young minds contemplate artworks, explore historical connections, and expand their understanding of the visual arts through conversations in the galleries.

Middle school students

Middle School program meets in Entrance Hall.

Register in advance of the date of each session at www.frick.org/ahc

Contact [email protected] for more details.

Hands-on art marking and art education workshops offered by the Childrens Musuem of the Art's Teaching Artists Program on Governors Island.

Ages 1–15

Held from 5/27 – 9/30, 11:00 AM – 3 PM. For more information, visit https://govisland.com/exhibitions/cma-free-art-island-outpost.

Ignite social change through art in this free after-school program! Identify a current social issue and explore it through theater and creative writing workshops, where creativity sparks and conversation flows between teens, teaching artists, and industry professionals. The program culminates in the creation and performance of a new theater piece.

In this program, students:

• Attend free performances, master classes, and discussions with guest artists
• Critically engage with a social justice issue of their choice through research, creative writing, and theater workshops led by BAM teaching artists
• Collaboratively create a new theater work
• Perform their original work onstage at BAM’s Fishman Space, open to friends, family, and the public

9th-12th grade students

No previous experience is required. BAM will cover the cost of performance tickets and MetroCards on days of performances.

All students must complete an online application and interview to be considered for the program.

Application deadline: December 9, 2019

High school sophomores and juniors

Get a crash course in design and learn about how the museum works while developing leadership abilities and community engagement. Internships will be awarded to students based upon their interests, abilities and potential to benefit from the experience.

Applications are due in May

Low-income and minority students in grades 7-12 with good grades

Hands-on, lab-based earth science, engineering, or biology class for 4 weeks during the summer taking place everyday from Mon-Thur in July, as well as Saturday workshops during the school year. Minimum grade point average of 80, NY State resident for minimum of 12 months; check eligibility (hyperlink: http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/step/eligibility.htm)

Applications are due in May

Pre-k -Adult

Programs include preschool play sessions, soccer and basketball for children, planting, arts and more. Filter the event calendar by desired age groups to find the right program.

Ongoing, for many events registration is not required

"CAPteen is a two-week mini-internship blending digital media & communications, personal & professional skills, and the creative arts through the lens of photojournalism.

BCAPteens will learn about photography, complete visual storytelling assignments, develop an independent project, and create an online portfolio. Participants document the BCAP Summer Camp program in action. Independent projects are on a subject of the artist’s choice, and work from this project will be shared at a pop-up exhibition. BCAPteen interns earn a stipend and volunteer hours, while building skills, expressing their creative interests, and having fun. The program’s home base is BPL Central Library."

Teens 14-17

Apply from Feb 1 - March 15th

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5EaAjVR7lUNFHZGiZUV42KhWa5zUfH-39C3URb2w06zY7zw/viewform

BwC College Prep Afterschool Program is a college and career preparatory program for high school students. We offer free academic tutoring, SAT and Regents prep, college and financial aid workshops, mentoring, college tours and paid summer internships.

High School students who live or attend school in Brooklyn

Email us at [email protected]

Click this link to apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYnhbifK0B3kfnIQmBTmWK3i9zutir70p8pLH-XpCd4KGgZA/viewform

Low-income and minority students in grades 7-12 with good grades, who attend middle or high school in Community School District 13, Brooklyn

Take math and science classes, participate in group research, and prepare for the PSAT and SAT/ACT. Students also work with mentors on career and college exploration

Applications are due in March

Students grades 4-12

For grades 4-8 there are recreational activities during the day in a camp format. In the afternoon and evening there are sports programs for teenagers. Show up to the program of your choice, check the PSAL site (psal.org) for specific programs, locations and times.

No application necessary

A hands-on field science program aimed at restoring New York harbor and educating thousands of young people about the ecology and economy of their local marine environment.

All students, educators, parents, and citizen scientist that want to improve our ecosystem.

Learn how and why oysters are a keystone species, perform water quality testing, data collection, and marine life identification. Contact [email protected] to request a presentation at your school and sign up at http://billionoysterproject.org/training/ for restoration education training

Ongoing

The BMCC STEP Program is a pre-college enrichment program, that offers free summer and after school STEM academic, robotics, and research classes to limited-income high school students.

NYC HS students who meet the economic eligibility requirements.

BMCC STEP runs for three sessions every year. (rolling admission)
Fall (October – December): 10-12 weeks on Fridays, 3:30 - 7p
Spring (February – May): 10-12 weeks on Fridays, , 3:30 - 7p
Summer (July – August): 5 weeks Monday through Thursday, 10a – 3p

Complete all aspects of application found here: http://www.bmcc.cuny.edu/research/page.jsp?pid=1262&n=Join%20BMCC%20STEP

Highly motivated low-income 6th grade students can apply, program continues through college. http://www.btny.org/apply-as-a-student/

College students teach promising middle & high school kids math, reading, writing and science to help them get ready for college. Take enrichment classes, visit museums, and work with mentors on various issues including high school and college placement. The application process includes teacher recommendations, student & parent essays, interview

The admissions process opens in November. Part 1 of the application is due in early December. Family information sessions in January.

BEAM 6 is for 6th-graders from a low-income background, to provide them with math education opportunities to which they may not otherwise have access.

BEAM 7 is for 7th-graders from a low-income background who are ready for advanced math.

BEAM 6 is a five-week day camp in Manhattan focused on mathematics and problem solving. In addition to the classes, students will also participate in games, sports, and optional field trips.

BEAM 7 students will live on a college campus in upstate New York and study new and interesting mathematics taught by the best instructors from across the nation. Students will also enjoy games, sports, and optional field trips like hiking and stargazing. 80 applicants are chosen.

Students must submit an eligibility form online to apply to either program Applications are due around February 15 each year, so it is recommended that students complete the eligibility form by January 15. It is not necessary to have attended BEAM 6 to apply for BEAM 7.

Late applicants will still be considered for a place on the BEAM waitlist.

This year, Bronx Community Board #6 will be holding its first annual scholarship contest to support high school graduates in the community. This scholarship will provide an opportunity for students seeking higher or continuing education who have financial need. The goal of this scholarship is to aid students in their pursuit to further their education while they still remain involved with their community.

Graduating high school seniors

• Must live within Bronx Community Board 6 (Check your Community Board Here). Proof of address required (phone bill, school mail, etc.)
• Resume
• Video Submission: Student will be required to submit a 1-5-minute video addressing the following:
• Why is it important for professionals to come back to The Bronx after achieving success in college or their career?
• Do you plan to return to your neighborhood after graduation? If so, why? If not, how come?
• How will this scholarship benefit your future goals and your community?
• Why does your community matter to you?

Please submit the video as an .mp4 file, or provide a link to the video via YouTube or Vimeo. Attending multiple Bronx Community Board 6 committee and board meetings and using knowledge from these meetings is recommended in order to have a competitive video.

The deadline for students to apply is April 1st, 2019.

For more details visit: http://bronxcb6.org/index.php/scholarship/

Middle School and High School students

"The Bronx Junior Photo League (BJPL) is a free photography and journalism program serving middle through high school students.

Our free afterschool and summer photojournalism programs teach middle and high school Bronx students to use photography, writing, and research to explore social justice issues, preparing them for college and future careers. The program includes visits with internationally-renowned photographers, field trips to major cultural institutions and media outlets, and opportunities for life-changing international travel. Students and families participate in extensive college prep programming, including one-on-one counseling, financial aid workshops, and college tours."

Check out their programs and summer camps on their website to register.

Ages 15-26

"Instructor(s): Art Jones
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:30 PM
Location: BRAC - Computer Lab (2nd Floor)
Ages: 15 - 26
Fee: $0

Teen Project Studio + 2.0 is an intensive, five-week, digital and fine arts program for teens and young adults ages 14 -26. This free program is limited to 15 students. TPS is a unique opportunity to experience and learn about the visual arts & creative industries in an interactive and challenging way. It is also an opportunity to meet other teens with similar eagerness to learn and create.

From July 9 to August 10, students will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2-4pm, at the Bronx River Art Center located at 1087 East Tremont Ave, Bronx NY, 10460. There will also be 2 field trips to art exhibitions and cultural events.
Working with 3-D Design and sculptural fabrication, participants will have the opportunity to bring their own public bench designs to life for a private seating area along the Bronx River commissioned by the McInnis Cement Company.

It's free to participate, but you must complete our application form. Please fill out, scan, and email to [email protected]."

Fill out the application form.

Every age, including adults

Take a scavenger hunt; explore nature through art. The gardens have much to offer beyond classes: pot a plant or touch composting worms at a drop-in family workshop

Register for the classes online. Application deadlines vary depending on the date of the program

Elementary school children

Children participate in culture, art and STEM programs, with hands-on lessons using museum materials. Selection by lottery.

Application must be completed by May 2nd to be included in the lottery

Late elementary, middle and high school students

Visit Brooklyn museums, parks, the zoo: meet a python, make a film, pet a chinchilla. Lots of walking

Online registration opens in December.

The Brooklyn District Attorney's office high school internship program is for students who are interested in a five-week program working with the DA's office and learning about criminal justice and public service. To qualify, students must live or attend school in Brooklyn.

The program is open to qualifying sophomores, juniors and rising seniors who must be able to commit to the entire duration of the program.

To apply, students are required to submit their most recent school transcripts, a one-page resume, two letters of recommendation and evaluation forms from either a teacher, coach or mentor, and also a 300-word typed essay (12 pt. font and double-spaced) on why they are interested in interning with the Brooklyn District Attorney’s office and what impact they think it will have on their future personal and professional endeavors.

Applications are due in April.

Get ready for college—and beyond—in this paid professional development program for high school juniors. Successfully complete your college applications, visit college campuses, and build your resume as part of a world-class arts institution. Over the course of a year-and-a-half, this exciting program provides professional development that culminates with on-the-job arts administration training.

NYC high school juniors who have a 3.0 or above and are available Mondays & Wednesdays 3:30pm-6:30pm

In this program, students will:

• Attend college tours and free performances at BAM
• Complete college application requirements with support from college readiness workshops taught by an academic advisor from NYU
• Work under the supervision of a BAM employee in the administrative offices, joining the staff of a preeminent arts institution
• Earn an honorarium for the first two semesters of the professional development portion of the program, and an hourly wage during the internship, which takes place during the spring of senior year
• Receive one-on-one mentoring, participate in weekly career development workshops, and attend Q&A lunches with executive staff
• Hone public speaking skills, practice interviewing for jobs, create a resume, and build experience in other areas of career-readiness

Apply online at www.bam.org/biac and submit supplemental materials by Dec. 9. Further details will be sent in confirmation email upon completion of application.

"To apply, you need to be 1) a high school sophomore, junior, or senior, and 2) able to commit to the activities below:

• Attend all ten sessions of the course you assist (30 hours total)
• Attend all sessions of the free studio class of your choice
• Attend the orientation meeting (October 3), mid-semester career development (October 24), and end-of-semester reflection (December 19). All meetings take place on Thursday afternoons"

"Build your résumé while taking an art class free of charge in this internship for teens! As a work-study student volunteer, you’ll assist professional teaching artists in classes for students ages six and up, then take your own art class with other teens for free.

You will:

• Assist and be mentored by a professional teaching artist
• Prepare art supplies
• Work one-on-one with students
• Build your communication, group management, and teaching skills
• Take your own free teen art class (valued at $285)
• Earn up to 36 hours of volunteer credit
• Be able to request a letter of recommendation upon completing the program"

Submit an online application by September 5

Girls in grades 9 or 10

Three part program: 120 hours of coursework across three classes, 9-month paid internship, career and college colloquium.

Applications are due in early July

Teens ages 15-17

Master an aspect of techonolgy, learn job skills, work with kids at the camp and also work on technology projects.

Check website for application dates

Current sophomores

Students of African-American descent or interested in African American culture.

Applications are due in April.

Students ages 6-18

"Whether it’s robotics club, a sports team, or homework help, all Children’s Aid community schools and centers provide quality activities that help kids reach their full potential.

We offer a wide array of extended-day programming for children and youth (ages 6-18) enrolled in our services throughout the school year, including academic enrichment, arts and technology instruction, leadership development, fitness and recreation, community engagement, college readiness, and exposure to career possibilities."

Check their website to see if your child's school is participating in the Children's Aid Society's afterschool programs.

Children ages 3-12 and their families

Exhibits include a bug viewer and activities about magnets, sound, and mirrors. The Center also offers research, report, and homework help

N/A

Workshops on reporting and journalism.

Children ages 8-18

Learn to conduct research, do interviews, edit, and other reporting skills. Check out the Children’s PressLine Youtube page.

Ongoing

Grades 2-8

Month long summer insitute for children to get hands on experience in learning how to explore and care for NYC's aquatic habitats. To learn more about this free program call 212-360-3327

Ongoing

Middle school girls

After school program incorporating science, technology, games, and field trips and daily field trips throughout July to the city’s parks and waterways for hands-on activities related to ecology, biology, zoology, botany. Preference to girls from Long Island City and Astoria, contact (212) 360-2788 or [email protected] for more information

Applications are due in June

Children ages 8-14

Children receive instruction on proper running technique as well as health and wellness tips and are introduced to different elements of track & field.

Applications due before program starts in the fall and spring

Middle school students

Programs are held during weekday afternoons, select Saturdays and school holidays at Red Hook Recreation Center, Faber Park Field House and Detective Keith Williams Recreation Center. Check each individual site for specific program schedules. To learn more about this free program call (212) 360-2746

Ongoing

Children ages 6-17

Learn to play golf with CityParks Golf for free, with free use of equipment at all lessons.

Check website for availability

Children ages 8-12

During each session participants receive technical instruction, and then players are split into teams for "street style" games. Program meets 2x weekly during the summer. Apply by location.

Check website, availability depends on location

CoLab is CultureHub's free summer program for young artists exploring the intersection of arts and technology.

Students between the ages of 15 and 20.

CoLab 2018 will be held July 9-20 at CultureHub's East Village studio. Program participants will collaborate with professional artists and technology experts to explore new performing and programming techniques. The group will create an original piece to share with friends, family and the community at the end of the program.

Apply online by May 18, 2018.

High School Rising Seniors

Monday- Thursday July 13th to August 13th (10am-3pm) at several locations in NYC (Hostos, LaGuardia, Kingsborough and Medgar Evers) . Applications are on a rolling basis. You can fax, email or mail your application and transcripts.. Participants will receive student metrocard, lunch and application scholarship for CUNY online application

June

Classes are geared toward 11th- and 12th-graders

Explore areas of interest not covered in school and get academic credit for high school or college. Students have access to Hunter libraries, computer labs, tutoring centers and cafeteria

Summer applications due early May; fall applications due early June; spring applications due in December

Public high school students

Improve your high school performance and get a head start on college through academic courses, campus tours, cultural events, and scholarships. Students may receive college credit for some courses.

Application deadlines depend on the type of course or activity and on the application procedures of a particular campus’s College Now program

Smart high school students from NY, NJ, CT who live within a 75 mile radius of the Columbia campus

Teens pick from over 30 classes taught by science researchers and attend from Sept-May. Competitive but once you get in, you can return all three years, application includes a 3 hour entrance exam.

More information can also be found here.

Applications are due March 1st

The Community Service Learning Program (CSLP) at the Teen Resource Center (TRC) of the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center. CSLP is an 8-month internship training program, running from January to August. Eight interns will each work 100 hours at a community organization to complete projects designed to develop professional and leadership skills. In addition, each intern will work 60 hours at the TRC to create a final project on exploring health disparities in Lower Manhattan with a focus on environmental health. A video will be created with professional filmmakers and screened at a final community education event. Upon completion of the program, interns will receive a certificate of recognition and a letter of recommendation (upon request).

High school students who are passionate about service and learning

The Community Service Leadership Program (CSLP) is one of TRC’s flagship programs that aims to provide teens with the opportunity to serve the Lower Manhattan community through three components: (1) internship at a community organization, (2) participation in TRC workshop discussions and trainings, and (3) the planning and launching of a final group project. Through these three components, CSLP interns gain immense growth (both personal and professional) and become fierce leaders and community health advocates.

Interns must complete a total of 200 hours of community service within the 6 month time span. This includes:
-- 150 hours at a community organization located in the Lower Manhattan area of NYC (3-4 hour shifts to complete at least 8 hours a week).

-- 50 hours at weekly TRC training sessions and planning meetings from February -August to create a final group project centered on the theme: “Environmental Health.”

Apply by late December (Dec. 29 in 2018)

High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors

"Get a head start on a future in design! Teens in New York City can apply to be a DesignPrep Scholar, a free program that features hands-on workshops with professional designers, design studio visits, and college tours.

The Design Scholars program is open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled in high school in New York City. Students must submit an application for the Design Scholars program. Accepted students must attend required weekly after-school sessions from 4:30 to 6:30 pm on Tuesdays throughout the 2019-2020 school year.

Note: Students can apply for one semester or up two semesters during the 2019-2020 school year. Submission of an application does not guarantee selection into the program. "

A free program of studio courses, creative writing and art issues seminars for New York City–area high school students interested in preparing a portfolio for college.

10th- and 11th-grade students

Courses are held on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Feb. 24–April 14, 2018.

Register online by Feb. 10, 2018.

All applicants must attend a portfolio review, with artwork ready for viewing. Portfolio review for the Spring 2018 Program will take place on Saturday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 41 Cooper Sq.
Bring 10 to 20 pieces of art work, a sketchbook and include drawings from observation.

High school sophomores and juniors

Work in groups, attend lectures, and participate in workshops and labs. Sophomores may choose to participate in a second internship at the end of their junior year

The application is due in March

Students from all over NYC are invited to apply for this highly competive program where students have the opportunity to take studio art classes at Copper Union, participate in field trips and creative writing workshops.

NYC Public High School Students

Classes are held from October to April, and every Saturday from 10-5.

The deadline to apply in 2017 is September 20th
Applicants must fill out the program application and can deliver the application to the program office or mail the application at
The Saturday Program
Cooper Union
30 Cooper Square 2nd floor
New York, NY 10003

If accepted, students will be contacted.

High school students

Schmooze with math geeks in workshops like “Surprising Probabilities,” “The Math in Money,” and “Wireless Communications”. Open to all but register to be sure to get in

Check website in late March/early April for sign up link

High school students finishing 11th and 12th grade

Hands-on workshop exploring the basic circuit blocks that make up all the interactive devices we use. Held at the NYU-Tandon campus in Brooklyn.

Application due at the end of June

Students in grades K-12

Students compete against their peers in both age and location. The winners share more than $70,000 in prizes and selected entries are published in a hardbound anthology.

Spring submissions are due in April, Summer in August, and fall in December

A 60-hour course for high school students to build interactive devices

High school students (some workshops for middle-school students)

Hands-on, lab-based demonstrations, experiments and projects related to circuitry, electronics, mechanical systems, robotics, and other STEM disciplines. Middle school workshops listed under the "workshops" tab.

New students start by February

Make art. Make friends. Explore New York City's contemporary art world. Meet artists, curators, and art workers. Exhibit your work in a professional gallery space.

The CUE Teen Collective is a free, after school program designed for NYC high school students interested in art careers.

High school: 10th and 11th graders.

Participants meet on Thursday afternoons from October through May to investigate the contemporary art world, develop professional skills, and produce a group exhibition in CUE’s gallery space.

The 2017 application deadline is September 28, 2017. The program begins on Oct. 12.

Middle and high school students

Participants meet weekly during the school year to explore their ideas and build skills through theater games, improv, scene work, rehearsal, critical reflection and group discussion. Each spring, high school participants present a full production of their original work; middle school participants present their original work three times a year

Students are admitted on a first come, first serve basis. An application form may be found on the website, so apply early

"The Sound Thinking NYC (STNYC) Summer Intensive, is a FREE three-week program that features college and career readiness workshops, training in software such as Pro Tools, mentoring from professionals in the music industry, and field trips to recording studios, performance venues and museums. STNYC Summer graduates will be invited to enroll in school-year programs and will be eligible to apply for FREE college courses at CUNY, and paid internships in the music industry. The STNYC Summer Intensive takes place at the Creative Arts Team near Herald Square; Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm; and runs in two sessions in July – applicants should indicate which session they’d prefer. Lunch will provided.

Sound Thinking NYC is a CUNY-CAT initiative with multiple levels of student engagement focused on increasing opportunities in the music industry for underrepresented groups, particularly women. All students who are interested in supporting gender equity in the music industry are encouraged to apply.

If you are passionate about music, care about gender equity and want to learn music production and leadership skills, then STNYC is for YOU!"

Current 10th/11th graders (rising 11th/12th graders)

APPLICATIONS DUE BY MAY 15

online and downloadable applications are available on www.soundthinkingnyc.org

Dancing Into the Future is BAM’s choreography-intensive program that meets Tuesdays and Thursdays (with some Friday meeting dates) February-May. Participants find their artistic voice as they are introduced to choreographic techniques and create their own dance pieces that are showcased in a culminating share. Participants will attend dance shows and in depth workshops taught by well-known choreographers. Interested participants do NOT have to have prior dance experience or training. Once a participant, students eligible to apply for up to $10,000 college tuition aid through BAM's Scripps Scholarship.

No prior dance experience required. All are welcome.

In this program, students will:

• Explore a variety of dance styles with professional teaching artists and guest choreographers
• Attend performances by world-class dance companies
• Create dynamic choreography, working directly with professional dance artists
• Perform their original work onstage at BAM’s Fishman Space, open to friends, family, and the public

Applications are due by December 9th.
https://www.bam.org/education/dancing-into-the-future-application

Are you or a student you know interested in exploring the power of visual storytelling? Designed for beginner to advanced high school filmmakers, these programs help students learn collaborative filmmaking and media arts. Students pitch ideas, rotate production roles and interact with local community members. As participants progress through the video production process, they foster skills in team-building, leadership and public speaking. Ultimately, youth producers raise their voices within their communities and create films that matter.

Check out the available programs starting this Winter:

THE MEDIA FELLOWSHIP
Students learn the basics of documentary filmmaking, including camera operation, editing skills, interviewing and media literacy.

NYC students, Grades 9-11

When: 8 hours per week (one weekday, one weekend day)

Length: February - May (4 months)

Application Deadline: open until seats are filled

online application at: http://www.dctvny.org/youth/activities/media-fellows

The Team Tech Challenge is a free, three-day workshop packed with tech, career insights, college-prep, and team collaborations culminating in a tech innovation competition.

Designed with ambitious, STEM-enthusiastic students in mind, the Team Tech Challenge brings together:
• Lively discussions and explorations defining analytics, AI, and blockchain
• A team competition where students will develop a plan using technology to tackle a community issue that most concerns them
• A game plan to develop confidence when managing time, stress, and self-care so that they are better prepared for college and beyond
• Firsthand insights from tech professionals about the multitude of career opportunities for STEM students

Plus, the members of the winning team each receive $250!

Rising high school seniors

[email protected]

Apply at: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/topics/high-school-students.html

Students in grades K-5

Various week-long sessions held during school breaks to explore hands-on science, from video game creation to toy making.

Register online until the sessions are filled. Apply early

High public school students from underserved communities across NYC

Past subjects of documentaries include youth violence, overcrowded schools, homophobia, and environmental pollution. Students earn school credit or stipends by attending the workshop at EVC’s facilities for 3 hours, 4 afternoons each week.

Different deadlines for academic vs summer program

9-12 grade students.

Each school year DOROT welcomes approximately 100 high school students in grades 9 - 12 to engage in our Academic Teen Internship Program - a unique opportunity for ongoing community service that makes a difference in the lives of older New Yorkers. Interns receive high quality training and supervision while volunteering in small groups as they connect in meaningful ways with older adults one afternoon per week through home visiting, intergenerational teen-led discussion groups and creative arts programming. These hands-on experiences promote the development of leadership skills and impactful social connections with older adults.

We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible, as program fills quickly. Application Process: Complete this application. Please note that attendance at a group interview is required for all applicants. You can find the list of interview dates at the end of this application. Please indicate ALL days and times that you can be available. We will reach out to you to confirm your group interview date/time. Apply here.

Please join us for a special intergenerational reading adventure for 3rd and 4th graders and older adults.

The program is ideal for youth who need extra encouragement to reach for a book and spend time discussing books. Nurture your child’s natural love of reading and chatting through a variety of fun and creative intergenerational activities.

The group will read aloud a few books over the course of 14 sessions and discuss the major themes of the books respecting other’s differences and the value of kindness. Great food and art activities will follow.

Wednesdays, September 13 - Jan 17, 2017
4:00-5:30pm

DOROT
171 West 85th Street
off Amsterdam Avenue

2017 Dates: (NOTE: ROLLING ADMISSION until Oct. 16, 2017)
September 13 (orientation for youth, no seniors attend)
September 27
October 4, 18, 25
November 1, 8, 15, 29
December 6, 13, 20
January 3, 10, 17

Apply on our website as soon as possible. Only 12 spaces are available for youth. Parents need a pre-phone interview. For more information, please contact Shai Rosenfeld at [email protected]

Share your love of the game, play chess with seniors
and help build intergenerational connections
across the chess board.

For 6th - 12th grade students.

Mondays from 4-5:30pm.

Teens and DOROT Seniors will get to know each other and play chess together. Chess Masters will demonstrate different strategies at each session. Earn community service hours by sharing experiences across the chess board with older adults.

Refreshments will be served.

Ongoing application process at DOROT's website, dorotusa.org/chess

Contact [email protected] for more information.

With three programs and two locations, DOROT's Summer Teen Internship is making an impact in the lives of older adults.

Teen interns volunteer with a diverse group of socially-conscious peers to connect with older adults and provide assistance. The internship is designed to provide students with a minimum of 92 hours of community service. Deliver meals and birthday cakes, teach computer skills, cook and dine with seniors, plan intergenerational trips to local museums, and more.

Watch this video to view a day in the life of a DOROT Teen Intern.

High school students entering 10th grade through graduating seniors

Teens will help to bridge the generation gap and alleviate social isolation for seniors through friendly visits, birthday deliveries, computer tutoring, and much more. In addition, Teen Interns will have the opportunity to take part in an Intergenerational Theater Program, Documentary Film Making, Cooking & Dining with a Senior, and Intergenerational Photography. There will be 18 students chosen for each session.

Early online application submissions are highly encouraged for admission to this competitive program. The application opens in December and the deadline to apply is May 15th. For more information and to apply, go here.

DREAMChasers is a free test prep and mentoring program for the 2018 NYC Specialized High SchoolTest.

7th grade students from low-income and underrepresented backgrounds

DREAMChasers is a free test prep and mentoring program for the
2018 NYC Specialized High School Test for 7th-graders.
Students will receive:
  ·  11 months of tutoring from Khan’s Tutorial;
  ·  Weekly tutoring on Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings;
  ·  Over 300 hours of free test prep
  ·  A student mentor;
  ·  A professional mentor;
  ·  Career development opportunities.

Deadline to apply: Friday, November 10, 2017
Diagnostic exam date: Saturday, November 18, 2017

Dream Yard Art Center's Middle and High School Program empowers young people to be confident, creative leaders through artistic development, digital literacy, academic enrichment, and a commitment to social justice.

Students enrolled in middle or high school.

DreamYard Art Center Middle and High School Programs offer programs in such topics as Fashion, Dance, Music, Test Pep, Poetry, and Arts.

See http://www.dreamyard.com/art-center/ for more details or find applicatons linked below:
-Middle School Applicaiton
-High School Application

Dream Yard Art Center's MINIs program is designed nto introduce children, enrolled in kindergarten through fifth grade to a range of art classes. The youngest learners rotate through 8-week sessions in dance, theater, visual art, filmmaking,and more.

Children enrolled in kindergarten through fifth grade.

See http://www.dreamyard.com/art-center/ for more details or find applicaton (linked here)).

The Elementary Program provides students in grades K-5 with an intensive year-round academic curriculum and enrichment activities to ensure they develop the knowledge, critical-thinking, and social-emotional skills to succeed in school and to meet any opportunities and challenges they may face.

EHTP also provides a range of counseling services and support groups for students and their families, and offers school admissions sessions to help students identify, apply, and gain admission to middle schools of their choice.

Additional activities include:
Field trips to museums, films, and community events
One-on-one Saturday Homework Help from 10 to 11:30 a.m. is available for scholars who would like additional support with homework, reading, or other academics as needed.

K-5 students

The program meets four days a week, Monday through Thursday, from 3:30 – 6:15 p.m. The K-4 program is based at 340 East 104th Street (between First and Second Avenue). The 5th grade program is located at 2053 Second Avenue (between 105 and 106th Street).

Click here to access application.

Afterschool program: students in grades 3-5 with dyslexia or other learning difficulties. Summer program: students entering 4th grade.

After-school: 1 hour twice a week instruction. Summer program provides 4 week, one-to-one tutoring using the Wilson Reading System® at the Museum of the City of New York. Also includes museum activities. Preference to students receiving free and low cost lunch.

After school: Email [email protected]. Summer Program registration is in the spring.

High school students

Teens volunteer in the Everett Children's Garden for 125 hours, at which point they can become Advanced Explainers, which can lead to more accomplished positions and paid opportunities. Free Metro Cards and free entry for family and friends

Students may apply three times a year after attending an open house. There are open houses in February, May, and September

Grades K-12

Teams pick an invention, research it and imagine how it looks in the future; past winners designed a crime fighting laser and a futuristic newspaper. Website is busy and wordy, check sample projects for a quick peek

Projects must be submitted by February 1st

A 2-week summer camp for minority students

Middle school students from typically underrepresented groups

Do science experiments, go on field trips and learn about lots of different scientific topics. Participants sleep over at college campuses, different sites listed here: http://www.theharrisfoundation.org/sitecontent/983/2016-camps/category/466/embhssc-universities.aspx

Online applications are posted in February

NYC Teens

Eyebeam is a member of the Hive NYC Learning Network, a project by the Mozilla Foundation, to facilitate programs and workshops in meemoo and other creative digital tools. Teens can sign up for workshops such as Playable Fashion and Rap Research Lab..

For more information about learning programs, please contact Erica Kermani, Director of Education at [email protected]. You can also stay updated and see what program participants are creating by following on tumblr

All families

Sleep under the stars! Camp overnight in our parks with our Urban Park Rangers as your hosts and guides. Pitch a tent under the stars and settle in for a night of adventure. Some of our family-friendly camping programs may feature a Ranger-led nighttime hike through the woods, storytelling, and s’mores! We’ll bring the tents; just bring your own sleeping bag and bedding.

Our overnight camping events are extremely popular, and in order to make sure that we can accommodate families as fairly as possible, registration is conducted through an online drawing prior to the event.

Check their website to find a camping location that works for you. Each event has its own registration date.

Families who fall under the federal poverty guidelines, students aged 13-19

Gain access to over 71 museums, botanical gardens and zoos, and a subscription to Family Time, a quarterly borough-by-borough listing of cultural attractions. Only families with a child enrolled in participating early childhood programs may receive a Family Pass

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High school students interested in news careers

Learn about reporting, video editing, photojournalism, interviewing, and audio production. There are limited spots available, so apply early.

Applications are due in September

This paid summer internship gives high school students an unparalleled opportunity to learn about ecology in an urban setting. Throughout the summer, interns gain hands-on field experience and participate in a dynamic, field-based course. Guest speakers, field trips and special projects contribute to an immersive and rewarding summer.

10-12th grade students with good grades

Small crews spruce up woodland paths & remove invasive species in July and August. Earn an hourly wage and take a free class at Lehman College

Applications are due in late March.

Middle School and High School Students

Are you interested in registering a group of students for after-school programming in the fall? Look no further! Bike New York offers free after school programs to schools and community organizations to teach youth safe bike riding and bike handling skills. We provide the bikes, you bring the kids! The fall session goes from September 23rd until October 25th. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.bike.nyc/education/programs/after-school/

For more information, you may also directly contact the program's organizers
Email: Nikita Sharma, [email protected]
Phone: 212-870-2092

Apply online.

Ages 4-11

One Saturday a month, RSVP beforehand.

RSVP online before the event.

Five free summer camps in Fishkill, NY for children of different ages that include sports, crafts, and leadership activities

Children between the ages of 9-15 from low-income families

Have fun at summer camp while learning to develop self-confidence, independence, and teamwork skills. About 3,000 children attend a Fresh Air Fund camp each summer

Attend an open house in January to start the application process

Calling all inquiring minds! This free afternoon program for high school students promotes close looking and the exchange of ideas. Forum members study great works of art from the Frick's permanent collection and special exhibitions.

This program is open to high school students ages 14 to 18 with an interest in art and art history.

Frick Forum will convene from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. on the following Fridays: February 9 & 23, March 9, 16 & 23, April 13, 20, & 27, and May 11 & 18, 2018.

Apply online at www.frick.org/forum by January 8, 2018. Email [email protected] with questions.

Rising 6th and 7th graders

Campers will be immersed in hands-on activities and laboratory experiments designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage critical and creative thinking, and spark interest in the field of biotechnology. Specific info on Harlem location: https://www.dnalc.org/harlemdnalab/. Application includes 2 essays and teacher's letter of support. How to apply: https://summercamps.dnalc.org/

Early June

Garden kitchen labs are perfect for kids aged 8 to 13.

"The Garden Kitchen Lab is a hands-on seasonal program that runs from spring to fall. Children can learn how to start and sustain a food producing garden; reap a harvest while picking up new cooking techniques, and learn the science behind cooking. Through a garden kitchen lab, you can bring the freshness of gardens and artisanal foods to the table."

Registration takes place on a rolling basis, starting two weeks before the beginning of each session. Check the website to see when registration periods begin for each season.

High school girls

An introduction to the fundamentals of cyber security and computer science, no background knowledge of the topics required. Fourty eight students are selected to attend, and will receive a small stipend at the end of the program to cover transportation costs.

Applications are due in the end of April

The Fellows Program is a 30-month, college-level, pre-professional immersion in cinematic storytelling and production training for New York City high school students.

Students receive instruction from leading filmmakers and industry experts, including Amy Adams, Lee Daniels and Spike Jonze at our South Bronx Post House. Each year students visit live sets, studios and screen their top films at prestigious venues like Lincoln Center. First-year students culminate by writing two Thesis Film scripts, selecting one to shoot in a foreign country (past students have shot films in Tokyo and London) and one to shoot at The Frick Collection in NYC.

Applicants must be ages 14-18. This is a 30-month commitment.

The Fellows Program is an intensive and challenging program requiring an exceptionally high level of commitment from all participants. In addition to the 30-month class schedule students and instructors oftentimes spend weekends and evenings at GFS when additional time is necessary. Do not apply to this program if you are bound to any prior summer engagements. Perfect attendance is mandatory. The value of your experience depends on maintaining great dedication to our program and your fellow GFS filmmakers.

NOTE: APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2017-2019 FELLOWS PROGRAM ARE NOW CLOSED.

Contact Derrick Cameron:
718.589.5470 or [email protected]

Girls who will be in 6th through 12th grade beginning fall 2018, with a mailing address in the five boroughs of New York City.

Breaking the Code is a series of one-week camps throughout July and August for rising 6th- through 12th-grade girls in New York City to learn coding, filmmaking and leadership skills.

Email [email protected] for details.

Girls and non-binary artists ages 12-15

GirlStories is a free after school program for girls and non-binary artists ages 12-15 that empowers them to become makers and individuals, and encourages them to bring their unique perspectives into fields that are lacking a female voice.

In practice, students will explore various forms of art making to develop an artistic identity and personal voice to share their unique experiences. GirlStories will expose the participants to the work of other women artists in disciplines that include: filmmaking, performance art, writing, illustration, and sculpture. The program will include visits from guest artists and hands-on experience with techniques, processes, equipment and technologies used in making art.

GirlStories will culminate in a celebration at the end of the program for the participating girls and their families to share their final projects and finished pieces.

Objectives:

To empower girls and build self-confidence in their individual artistic voice and practice.
To create a safe environment for young women to explore issues of identity and culture.
To discover and learn about women artists from history and contemporary art.
To apply and learn skills and techniques from a wide range of art disciplines.
Fall Semester Dates: October 18, 2019 through January 24, 2020

Times: Friday afternoons from 4—6:30 PM in the Media Lab, 12 sessions (excluding school breaks). Some days will be extended for guest visits.

Questions? Contact Kirsten at [email protected]

Fill out this form.

6-12th-grade middle and high school girls

Field trips and classes in robotics, web design, mobile apps; presentations by more than 50 speakers, workshops, demos from female engineers and entrepreneurs. Clubs year round, summer program in the summer

Applications available in early February

Girls in grades 9-12 in NYC public schools

Girls work with professional mentors, have access to college prep and get the opportunities to develop their skills as writers.

Applications are due in June

Youth-High School

If you are interested, please email G.R.C.C. Beacon at [email protected] or give a us a call at 1-212-866-0009.

By May 15th

Students in 11th or 12th grade or with a high school diploma or GED

Program provides 1-to-1 college counseling for 11th and 12th graders, support to help college students persist through graduation, and scholarship and internship opportunities and visits to college campuses. Walk-ins are welcome on Wednesday afternoons (2:00pm-3:30pm). The program provides a resource center with up-to-date materials and internet access

Ongoing

Various summer internships relating to math, science, engineering, and technology

High school students, including recent grads, with a GPA of at least 3.0

HYPERLINK "https://intern.nasa.gov/ossi/web/public/guest/searchOpps/" Search for internship opportunities here. The National Space Club Scholars Program is one internship offered and provides a stipend of $1,800 for the 6-week program. Some internships take place at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, but others are available in different locations, including the HYPERLINK "http://education.gsfc.nasa.gov/nycri/"New York City Research Initiative

Applications may be submitted between November and March

Grades K-8

Rich summer experiences and learning opportunities for youth. Camps are structured to offset summer learning loss, incorporating both enrichment activities and outdoor recreation in the programming.

Contact individual locations for application details

Ages 6-14

The camp encompasses recreational sports and dance, engaging art activities, weekly field trips, special events, academic enrichment, breakfast and lunch, and much more.

Contact the program nearest to you for more information

GO Project provides critical academic, social and emotional support, starting in the early elementary years.

We serve K-8 students who are the most at-risk of academic failure—those who are 1-2 years behind their peers in reading and math, and those who are facing other difficulties at school or at home.

GO Project provides year-round educational and family support services to children who are performing below grade level and equips them with the confidence and skills needed to succeed at school, at home and in life.

Tip:
A year-round and year-to-year commitment is required for participation in the GO Project. This includes participation in GO Summer, a five-week full-day program and GO School, a seven-month, half-day Saturday academic program during the school year.

Rolling admission. Email [email protected] for more information.

Ages 10-18

Read music, play an instrument, perform in community concerts

Register online in the fall or at Minisink: 646 Malcolm X Blvd.

Middle and high school students

Participate in test prep, academic classes, and social and personal development activities to prepare for high school and college. Activities take place after school, on Saturdays, and during the summer.

Ongoing

The Harlem Educational Activies Fund is a youth development and academic prep non-orofit orgnazion offering a multitude of programs for middle school students and beyond from economically disadvantaged neighborhoods.

HEAF serves 5-11th grade public school/parochial school students from underserved areas.

Students must have a minimum GPA of 80% and have scored 3 or 4 on the NYS standardized tests(applicable only for 5-8 graders). They must show leadership potential.

When applying, you must send your child's most recent report card and Math and ELA Scores(if they are in grades 5-8). After completing the application that can be found on the webste: you can apply online, or fax the application forms to 212-663-9736, or send it by mail to HEAF Admissions 2090 Seventh Avenue, 10th Floor New York, NY 10027. The final step in the application process is a in-person interview.

Children age 7-14

"We provide children aged 7 to 14 with free, drop-in programming designed to reinforce healthy living through sustainability, cooking, and urban farming. Join us on Saturdays from 11am-3pm at our 118 W 134 Street Farm during our grow season."

Parents and guardians should submit an inquiry form on their website.

Students grades 1-8

"Harlem Grown’s Youth Center at Riverton Square is for youth residents in grades 1 to 8, and free of charge. Our program promotes healthy eating, teaches urban agriculture, and provides homework help. Due to limited space, we serve families on a first come, first served basis. Our summer program will begin in July."

Parents and guardians should fill out an inquiry form online.

An award-winning, critically acclaimed web magazine produced by teens across NYC during school year

Students between the ages of 13-21

Learn about journalism, technology, and leadership skills by contributing to an online newspaper. For more information, call 212-222-4681

Ongoing

The Harlem Youth Court trains teenagers to serve as jurors, judges and advocates, handling real-life cases involving their peers. The goal is to use positive peer pressure to ensure that young people who have committed minor offenses learn accountability and restore the harm done to the community and receive the help they need to avoid further involvement in the justice system. Members develop critical thinking, leadership and public speaking skills.

Applicants must be 14 to 18 years old by September 2018. Those under 18 will need parent or guardian permission to join.

Applicants must be able to attend daytime trainings from July 9 to August 24, 2018, as well as after-school Youth Court programming every Tuesday and Thursday from September 2018 to June 2019.

Youth Court meets in East Harlem and participates in community service projects once a month in the community.

The application deadline is March 30, 2018. Get more information and apply here.

High school sophomores and juniors

Learn what steps to take to become a physician or health care provider. The program is designed to serve the needs of minority students interested in careers in science and medicine.

Applications are due in November (Nov. 20 in 2017 for 2018 program)

Lower East Side Residents and other New Yorkers

Tutoring and college prep year-long. Offers SAT prep, college counseling, community tutoring, college trips, summer bridge program and more

Varies by appointment and program

Middle and high school students

Experience dance, music, theater, film and visual art in New York City for $5 a ticket. For every student ticket an adult can get a $5 ticket too.

Ongoing

High school students who go to school or are homeschooled in NYC

Use 3D scanners and printers to scan, print, assemble and analyze mammal bones from the museum's behind the scenes collections and understand how these forms diversified and adapted to their environments.

Check website for application date, best to apply before the summer

High school students who go to school or are homeschooled in NYC

Learn about the astronomy and planetary sciences on display in the exhibit halls through interactive, hands-on activities and experiments.

Check website for application date, best to apply before the summer

Intensive six-week summer program, in partnership with Columbia University School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, to learn the foundations of engineering design. Focusing on addressing a global health problem, students work in teams to prototype and test a biomedical device and develop an associated business plan. The program culminates in a pitch event to leading executives from the biomedical community. Students then also have the opportunity to be placed in internships within NYC’s biotech community.

Current high school students (preference given to rising juniors and seniors) who demonstrate economic or educational disadvantage. See the application information page for further details.

The summer 2018 program runs from July 16 to Aug. 23. All sessions take place at Columbia's Morningside campus.

The deadline to apply for the summer 2018 program is March 9, 2018, at 11:59 p.m. Submit an application here.

10-12th graders in NYC or the Tri-State area with good grades and an interest in science and lab research

Work with a mentor and do independent lab research. Great for those interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences

Applications are due in March

The program teaches photography, critical thinking, writing, and public speaking with the goal of fostering self-esteem, community development, and social change. Students have access to a classroom/studio, black-and-white darkroom, and gallery.

ICP at THE POINT is a year-round collaboration between the Intenratioanl Center of Photography and THE POINT CDC in the South Bronx.

ICP at THE POINT offers 10 and 5-week courses. See program website for details.

Visit: thepoint.org/photography
Call: 718-542-4149

Students in grades 6-12

Research problems that interest you and work on solutions to those issues using video games, podcasts, and blogs. There are different Labs for middle and high school students. Contact Education Coordinator at your nearest branch to sign up.

Ongoing

Ages 13-19

Participants choose classes that interest them on topics ranging from collage to sculpture. No experience necessary; a letter of recommendation is required

Applications are due in January for Spring classes and in June for Summer classes. (For Spring 2018, deadline is January 7, 2018; get the application at https://momateens.wufoo.com/forms/r1dgl60d0ynw7w3/.)

8th and 9th grade girls who attend NYC schools, especially from low income communities

Sea life, aviation, astronomy & more at the Intrepid Museum. Metrocard and lunch provided.

Applications are due in March

Rising 6th- 8th graders

Campers learn how science, technology, engineering and math help the Queens Zoo to build exhibits, care for the wildlife collection, and teach visitors. Application includes 2 essays and teacher's letter of support

July

Students in grades 11-12 from Queens, Brooklyn and the Bronx

Workshops are held Saturday morning, beginning August 1st. Apply early, seats are limited

Spring

Over the past 25 years, Khan's Tutorial has helped over 3,000 students gain acceptance into NYC's prestigious Specialized High Schools. The Dr. Mansur Khan SHSAT Opportunity Scholarship was created in 2014 to help increase the number of students from underrepresented African American/Black and Hispanic/Latin communities at NYC's Specialized High Schools.

Full scholarship students will begin classes in JUNE 2019 and continue the program until OCTOBER 2020 (~16 months).

Partial scholarship students will begin classes in JUNE 2019 and continue until AUGUST 2019 (3 months).

6th and 7th graders

Multiple locations

Current Application Deadline: May 20th Application Available at www.khanstutorial.com/scholarships

Children who enjoy playground activities

Introduces children to physical activity in a fun, non-competitive environment. Kids in Motion staff lead four to seven hours of free activities for children per day, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, guided walks, board games, water games and more! Head to a listed playground during indicated hours of operation.

No registration required, just show up

Students rehearse and play with New York Pops musicians. Five full scholarships available.

Middle school students

Rehearse and preform with the New York Pops, five students will receive full scholarships to a summer music camp.

Check website

High school students at least 16 years old

Participate in lectures and hands-on demonstrations that relate to microbiology, genetics and other scientific areas. Students must be nominated by a teacher or community leader in order to apply.

Applications are due in December

High school students

Take classes in science, technology, engineering, art, math, and design and design your own start-up. Students must commit to completing all assignments and building a prototype within the prescribed 30 day period

Applications are due in April

Low-income high school juniors with good grades

Juniors will build their leadership and writing skills, while preparing for standardized tests and receiving college advising.

Check website for application details

Lets Get Ready is a free nine-week college prep program that offers admissions counselling, SAT prep, and assistance with all aspects of the college admissons process. The program offers post-enrollment mentoring from trained college students to students from disadvantaged areas.

High school seniors and juniors from low income areas

The 9-week programs are offered during the fall, spring, and summer.

http://letsgetready.org/signup/

Students in grades 1-2 and 11-12

High each children how to read 2-3 afternoons each week at NY public libraries. Teens who complete the training may apply for a paid internship tutoring first and second graders at an after-school program at the library. Contact the Education Coordinator at your nearest branch to sign up an elementary or high school student.

Ongoing

Students further develop their critical reading, writing and math skills in preparation for college level classes. In addition students prepare for college placement exams including the CUNY Assessment Test. Previous college entrance exam results are taken into consideration where applicable.

Anyone over the age of 18 with a High School diploma or it’s equivalent.

Summer, Fall and Spring semesters. Prospective students must be 18+

Apply online or in person at the MEOC. Must submit all required documents to be eligible for this free program.

Grades K-6

Drills range from times tables to telling time to graphs. Drills go on and on without pause, use a timer to self-pace

No application, program ongoing

Black, Latino and Native American 9th-graders

Helps put students on track for possible careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Rigorous and competitive with an 11 percent acceptance rate; about 110 scholars participate

Applications are due in mid-December (in 2017). Process is lengthy and competition is keen, so start early.

Late Elementary, Middle, and High school students (5th-11th grade)

Students work alone and on teams to solve multi-step math problems. Give the entrance test a try, those who score reasonably well are accepted

Entrance exams must be submitted by mid-September, registration forms (requiring notarization) are due by the second week of class

High school juniors and seniors

Learn about health professions through mentoring sessions, workshops and field trips. Attend weekly mentoring and program sessions, with a longer session on Saturdays.

Contact the Program Manager at (212) 534-2432 for more information.

The NYC Department of Education and Lincoln Center Education collaborate to offer a free, two-week program to prepare middle school students for screened high school arts program auditions.

Student entering grade 8

Participating students are promising NYC DOE public school students. The program aims to provide equity and access in preparation for auditions. Accepted participants are offered the following:
-Free breakfast and lunch while the program is in session
-An MTA student metro card

Admission to Middle School Arts Audition Boot Camp is by online application and audition/screening. Students may apply and audition for one studio only.

visit the NYC DOE website for more information.

Rising high school seniors

Take calculus, physics, natural science, and humanities courses in addition to one hands-on elective. Around 70-80 students from across the country are selected for the program each year

Apply between November and February

Rising high school juniors or seniors, or students with College Now experience

Participating students put their experience to use as they debate and vote on a piece of legislation during a “stated meeting” in the Council’s actual chambers in City Hall. This is a College Now program, so students must first apply to College Now.. This is a College Now program, so students must first apply to College Now.

Applications are due in September

The National Museum of Mathematics offers some free events and others at a nominal charge.

Unlimited, MoMath’s mix-n-mingle program for 6th through 9th graders happens monthly.

Unlimited, MoMath’s monthly mix-n-mingle program for 6th through 9th graders on Sunday evenings. Math-focused night where you can hang out with old and new friends, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, and dance to music played by a DJ.

Free Play: A free afternoon at MoMath with extended Museum hours
For one afternoon, admission to MoMath will be completely free: Wednesday, December 13, 2:00 6:00 pm

https://momath.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/event/info&reset=1&id=1207

High school students

"MoMath accepts a limited number of high school students for ongoing volunteer roles during summer vacation and/or from September through June. This is a unique chance to improve your interpersonal and communication skills, explore mathematical concepts, and learn valuable job skills. MoMath students interact with visitors on the Museum floor and train with professional educators, interpreters, and managers. During the school year, this opportunity requires a commitment of approximately one day per week, typically a Saturday or Sunday. Students who participate during summer vacation commit five days per week.

Please note that the Integrators volunteer program is unpaid."

Application forms are available here.

High school juniors and seniors

Earn 3 college credits by taking a class in accounting, business, criminal justice, culinary arts, allied health professions, hotel and restaurant management, marketing, web design, and information technology. Students who complete the program are eligible for freshman scholarships if they choose to attend Monroe for college.

Registration takes place in September for the fall semester and January for the winter semester

NYC public high school students of all backgrounds

Attend bimonthly after school seminars February through June to prepare for summer program. Work at the Museum full-time during the summer, leading tours and learning about the curatorial, educational, administrative, and operational elements of museum work. Apprentices are paid for their participation.

Applications are due in November

High school and college students

Learn about community health issues and take tours of health facilities and health professions schools. Earn 40 hours of community service.

Contact the program manager, Angela Banfield at [email protected] or call 212-534-2432 to find out more.

Three-week intensive program during the school year and summer which immerses students in the practices of playwriting, acting, and filmmaking. There are additional 3T writing workshops in the fall. Write a play, story or screenplay and hear it read by professional actors--and it all happens in just three consecutive Thursdays (fall 2017). 3T is a free, after school creative writing program for public HS students sponsored by Naked Angels Theater Company.
Website

New York City high school students

The program is limited to 12 students, accepted on a first come, first served basis. Students must apply online.

Applications due late June for summer program; late November dates for fall workshops. For the session starting on Feb. 5, 2018, applications are due no later than Feb. 1.

Anybody who loves nature

Participate in citywide volunteer tree-planting and tree-care workshops, Learn how to identify weeds and remove them. Look for volunteer opportunities through the NAV Program at the Parks and Recreation Department website

Register online for specific volunteer opportunities at least a day in advance

High school students who are immigrants or children of immigrants.

Participants will attend a series of workshops on Wednesdays from 4:30 to 7 p.m. this spring and volunteer at nonprofit organizations that serve immigrant communities. Applicants from households with less than $57,033 in income will be prioritized for spots within the NAYLC program.

Ongoing

A workforce development program that provides underserved NYC high school students with 140 hours of strategically developed training designed to meet the needs of biomedical research labs, biotech start-ups, and biopharmaceutical companies.

Current high school students (preference given to rising juniors and seniors) who demonstrate economic or educational disadvantage.

Students will be placed in paid internships in the biotech industry.

The deadline to apply for 2018 is March 9 at 11:59 p.m. Fill out an application here.

Applicants must be sophomores, juniors or seniors in high school who live or attend school in Manhattan

Applicants must commit to attend the entire six-week program from Monday-Friday.

Applications are due in April

Students 5-18

"NJTL runs comprehensive afterschool programming in 28 locations throughout New York City. ACES operates from 3:00-6:00 pm daily, providing safe and nurturing environment for children during these critical afterschool hours. These programs are funded by our partners at the Department of Youth and Community Development and New York State Department of Education."

Programs include:

• Tennis Instruction
• Academic Support
• Healthy Living
• Character Education
• Multi-Disciplinary Activities

Register online for a location near you.

Middle and high school students

Students learn mathematics above and beyond the regular curriculum and improve reasoning and problem solving skills. NYMC is not a tutoring or test prep program and is best for kids who are comfortable with math

Join the email list to receive registration announcements

Rising 9th graders and parents

Experiential technology program comprised of two summer learning academies with student (6 week) and parent (4 week) tracks. Student track is 3 days/week and parent track is 1-2 evenings/week

Applications are due in June

High school students ages 14 to 18

The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) Summer BizCamp offers NYC students the opportunity to learn the basics of putting together a business plan while also developing valuable academic and life skills.

Apply online.

A tech-entrepreneurship program that provides hands-on learning experiences and coaching opportunities for NYC high school students interested in transforming the world through tech-based innovations. This is a paid program designed to educate and inspire students to pursue careers in entrepreneurship and technology.

High school students, ages 14 to 18.

Program dates: June 29–August 22, 2018
Location: The Urban Mentoring & Achievement Network at City College, 160 Convent Ave., New York, NY

Apply online.

Free camp with arts, STEM programming and physical activity

Grades K-8

Summer camp through the NIA, housed mainly in Brooklyn public schools. Contact individual program directors for more information.

Pre-registration in April

Current juniors who are at least 16.

Students discuss global topics with professors.

Applications are due in January

The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC), in partnership with the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development, offers a paid summer internship to work full-time in house at the DDC.

High school students 16 or older who are interested in careers in architecture, engineering, building trades, public administration, business administration or information technology. (Applicants 14 & 15 years of age will only be considered if they have participated in previous DDC programs or workshop events.)

Six-week summer internships

For the 2018 summer internship, the application deadline has been extended to February 16, 2018. To apply, complete the 2018 NYC DDC High School Summer Internship Program Application, and see the DDC's internship fact sheet for additional application requirements and more detailed program information.

NYC GREAT! (Girls Reaching Every Apex Together) is designed to provide experiences that support the development of leadership and communication skills in young women who are currently attending high school

The program enrolls young women in 9th grade or older, attending Bronx high schools (districts 7-12).

Students who are selected are expected to participate in three Saturday student conferences.

Email [email protected] for updated information

Children in middle school and high school

Program includes tutoring, study skills improvement, high school and college entrance exam prep, character development, community service learning projects in addition to sports and arts activities. Locations in Bronx and Yonkers. Choose a summer camp site, then follow the instructions to obtain an application for the site of your choice.

June

Children of all ages

Visit art galleries, public theaters, libraries, gardens and more after consulting this comprehensive listing. Search organizations by location and type of activity

N/A

Paid professional summer internships with leading corporations, nonprofit organizations and government agencies in New York City

High school and college students between the ages of 16 and 22 with at least a 3.0 GPA.

Ladders for Leaders provides students with:

Pre-employment Training: Receive help with résumé and cover letter writing, and interviewing skills. Learn essential workplace readiness skills and business etiquette.

Paid Summer Internships: Opportunities available in a variety of industries to accommodate student interests.

Alumni Network: Broad network of alumni, post-internship opportunities and networking events open only to past participants of the program.

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on March 16, 2018.

Ages 1.5-Adult

Free swimming lessons through the NYC Parks department for all ages. Selection for the program occurs through a lottery system. There are four summer sessions and there is a lottery for each session, you may register for up to three sessions.

Register before the start of the session(s) you want to apply for to be out in the lottery

Youth of various ages, program depending. Free for youth under 18

The Parks Department offers programs including baseball, cycling, golf, football, track, and more. The programs are free with a recreation center membership, and memberships are free to those under 18. Register for a membership at a recreation center near you to begin signing up for programs.

Ongoing, program dependent

Citywide program to provide students in grades 2-10 with free STEM instruction. There are two sites per borough, one for elementary school students and the other for middle and high schoolers. The program focuses on bringing high-quality STEM education to high-needs students and runs for four to five weeks.

Grades 2-10

Students apply to the program by borough, and applications are available in mid-March. Students from Renewal Schools, English Language Learners and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Within each borough, applicants will be selected for the program by lottery. Breakfast, lunch and Metrocards provided.

For summer 2018, apply online by April 27, 2018.

Youth Food Advocates (YFA) is a youth-led group based at Community Food Advocates. Specifically, the YFA will serve as active youth leaders in the campaign for universal free school lunch in New York City’s public schools, but membership in this group will also include the opportunity to learn about other social justice issues and develop youth leadership.

The YFA is ideal for high school–level youth who want to learn about social justice, policy advocacy, and how to carry out policy campaigns as a way to create systemic change in New York City.

YFA members will participate in workshops, trainings, guided lessons, and collaborations with other youth within YFA and other youth-based groups in the City. In addition to learning about policy advocacy, members will also have the opportunity to develop specific skills such as public speaking, meeting and collaborating with policy makers, policy analysis, campaign planning and strategizing, and working as part of a coalition.

YFA members meet weekly for 1 to 2 hours. Additional time commitment is based on campaign actions and projects. Weekly meeting dates and times are determined by YFA members.

Download the application on the website.

Ages 5-18

Free tennis lessons through NYJTL throughout the year. There are many sites throughout NYC but registration must happen in person and the student must be present.

Ongoing registration (no one is turned away)

High school juniors and seniors in the NYC metro area (including New Jersey, Connecticut, and Westchester)

Learn to report, write stories, shoot photos, live in an NYU dorm, get college advice, and create your own multimedia website and print paper. Twenty students are selected to participate.

The application is due in late April.

A 9-week art program during which students explore one of four significant social themes (i.e., imagining the human body, activism in visual art, climate change, etc.) and draw upon a rich array of innovative, multidisciplinary approaches to visually express their ideas.

High school students (grades 9-12)

The spring 2018 workshop meets every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the following dates:

March 24, 31
April 7, 14, 21, 28
May 5, 12, 19

Registration is on a first come, first served basis. The deadline to apply for the spring 2018 session is Thursday, February 15, 2018. A waitlist will be generated based on interest, and applicants must receive a confirmation of acceptance to participate. Once admitted to the program, students will be issued an NYU ID.

Apply here. No porfolio required.

Seventh-graders of Latino and African American descent from public, parochial and charter schools in NYC

Oliver Scholars staff supports the scholars with high school admissions, SAT prep, and college tours among other activities. There is a rigorous admissions process including an open house, a standardized test, and interviews.

The application process begins in the fall when students are nominated to participate in the program. They are then invited to attend an open house, and then an interview in April. Decisions are made in May

Children 10-14

Involves directing music-videos and filmmaking

Ongoing

Various ages

Programs include a paid internship program for young people between the ages of 17-21, which includes classes in English, math, computer training, and GED preparation. The Opportunity Knocks program provides five weeks of business skills training before matching participants with an 11-week paid internship. OBT has several locations throughout Brooklyn.

Ongoing