Great Enrichment Opportunities for Teens

 

United States Naval Academy Summer Programs     The United States Naval Academy Summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) program is designed to encourage rising 9th-11th graders to pursue a course of study in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. During this residential program, campers will create, build, and explore in world-class lab facilities while experiencing real-life application and learning at one of the Top 5 "Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs" in the country, as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. In-person Session Dates for Summer 2022: June 6-11: Current 8th graders/rising 9th June 13-18: Current 9th graders/rising 10th June 20-24: Current 10th graders/rising 11th Program Fee: $900.00, Need based scholarships available for program fee and travel.   Learn More »     Engineering Summer Academy at Penn   ESAP welcomes highly motivated and talented students to explore college-level engineering. Our intensive, three-week program combines sophisticated theory with hands-on practical experience in cutting edge technologies. Work with leading faculty while earning college credit, live on Penn’s historic campus, and connect with new friends from around the world. ESAP is designed to provide exceptional STEM students the opportunity to explore the field of Engineering before applying to college. Coursework incorporates exciting STEM subjects and material. High school students enroll in one of our six offered courses: Biotechnology, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Networks, Nanotechnology, or Robotics.   Learn More »     St. John's College Summer Academy   St. John’s Summer Academy is a college summer program for high school students (ages 15 to 18), modeled after St. John’s discussion-based, interdisciplinary method of teaching the great books. A hands-on introduction to college life with engaging workshops and awesome off-campus excursions, our Great Books Summer Reading Program helps students hone their reading, critical thinking, and discussion skills. Two consecutive weeks, each designed around an engaging theme, are offered. Students live in college dorms alongside trained Resident Assistants and enjoy off-campus day-trips that enhance the curricula and give time to explore. Held in Annapolis Maryland, the Summer Academy provides an authentic, hands-on introduction to the liberal arts, the great books, and to St. John's unique pedagogy. Our sister campus in Santa Fe, New Mexico offers three weeks of exceptional Summer Academy programming--see St. John's College Summer Academy, Santa Fe Pre-College to learn more.     Learn More »     Idyllwild Arts Summer Program   Idyllwild Arts has the attention of The Hollywood Reporter, which says, "Lenny Kravitz and Paula Abdul have attended the music school, while Steven Spielberg and Annette Benig have sent children."  We offer writing, music, theater, film, fashion, dance and visual arts for ages 5 to 18 on a forest campus two hours from Los Angeles. We will be offering fewer workshops due to the new safety limitations on gatherings, but will continue our tradition of offering the highest caliber programs and intensives for the experience of a lifetime. We will be offering Kids, Teen, Adult and Native American Arts workshops this summer.     Learn More »     Raleigh International Volunteer Abroad   Raleigh Expedition is an international volunteering program open to all and engaging young people from around the world. We believe young people have the power to change the world. So we run overseas volunteering programs to ignite young people’s passion for change and equip them with the skills, networks and confidence to become youth leaders. Our Raleigh Expedition program encompasses a variety of up to three different projects and experiences, that combined give our volunteers the opportunity to create change in themselves as well as in the environments and communities where we work. Our projects take place three times a year in Costa Rica & Nepal, and last either 4, 5, 6, 7 or 10 weeks – so you can choose one that fits in with your plans.     Learn More »     Ingenuity Year: Climate Change in Coastal Maine   Climate change is the biggest threat to our shared future. Engage with this global challenge through direct, hands-on experience in Coastal Maine. Explore the lobstering, fishing, and agriculture industries and see how policy and governance are playing into existing and upcoming legislation. Conduct climate research that contributes to our partners' ongoing projects. Equip yourself with the skills needed to succeed in college and beyond. Ingenuity Year is an endeavor of Forman School, and our programs are specifically designed for students with Learning Differences and ADHD. Explore who you are as a learner and as a human, and discover what works best for you. Applications are rolling, but apply soon to secure a spot!     Learn More »     Pacific Discovery Gap Year Semester and Summer Programs Abroad   Pacific Discovery is a global leader in experiential education, offering transformative gap year and summer programs abroad since 2001. Programs are overland journeys combining authentic immersion, meaningful service, wilderness adventure. Students leave with a deepened sense of their identity, passion, and purpose. Our programs are a 10-week journey with an optional 3-week independent extension to apply newly developed independent travel skills. Semester programs are offered both Fall and Spring and can be taken consecutively for an in-depth and transformative gap year experience. Optional academic credit options are available. Program Locations: Australasia (Australia, New Zealand, Fiji); Central America (Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico); Himalayas (Nepal); South America (Peru, Ecuador, Galapagos Islands); Southeast Asia (Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia), Spain, Hawaii, Hawaii and Western USA     Learn More »     Praxis   Praxis is a year-long program that matches hard-working, ambitious young adults, 16 to 19+, with full-time paid apprenticeships in growing businesses. Through The Praxis Apprenticeship Program, you’ll explore different career paths, build in-demand hard and soft skills, and then be matched with growing businesses where you’ll get paid to work and learn alongside entrepreneurial, seasoned professionals. At the end of month 12, you’ll graduate from the apprenticeship program. You’ll have the opportunity to join the company where you apprenticed, full-time. Plus, you’ll have lifetime access to the Praxis community, our program coaches, curriculum, and the Praxis hiring network, so you always have the resources and support you need as you continue to grow in your career.     Learn More »