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One local non-profit organization, Challenge Unlimited at Ironstone Farm, uses horses' unique ability to enhance a person's movements and touch a person's heart, inspiring strength, hope, and encouragement among people with disabilities. The farm employs 35 program horses and brings together over 200 volunteers and 20 licensed instructors and therapists to serve 450 to 500 children and adults each week, year round.  Read Full Article

Training for the Boston Marathon

Chances are if you're a resident of the Greater Boston area, your plans for April 19th are pretty clear; you'll be outside enjoying the spring weather and cheering on runners of the Boston Marathon. Last spring, Laura Potter did just that, and as she watched a fellow classmate running the race go by, Laura thought to herself, "If she can do this, so can I."  Read Full Article

 

Summer Programs Offer Growth, Enrichment

 

Upcoming Volunteer, Job, & Internship Opportunites

Now-April 22nd (Anywhere): The "Increase Your Green” campaign encourages teens to "green” their schools by developing creative plans to engage their classmates and address environmental issues at school. The National Grid Foundation, the campaign’s founding sponsor, is offering grants of up to $1500 for winners in New York State, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire. A panel of judges will evaluate the entries based on creativity, innovation, reduction in waste, energy saved and number of students involved. To learn how to get involved or for more information about environmental issues, visit www.IncreaseYourGreen.org.

Featured Programs & Resources

Aspire by API offers comprehensive summer travel and study abroad programs for high school students, gap year abroad programs for recent high school graduates, and customized international programs for high schools.

 
Edu-Culture International leads summer study abroad programs for high school students (ages 15-18) who want to improve their foreign language skills in France, Spain, or Costa Rica.

 
Camp Nashoba Day, located in Littleton, Massachusetts offers waterskiing, wakeboarding, windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, horseback riding, tennis, climbing, archery and arts. Four and eight week sessions, 200 boys and girls ages
4 to 14.  

EF International Language Schools
offer language and cultural immersion programs for students age 14+, ranging in length from two weeks to any number of weeks, or year-round. Gap year opportunities are also available. EF schools are located in France, Germany, Spain, Italy, China, Costa Rica, Ecuador and Singapore.   

GapSmart! provides Gap Year Consulting to students interested in maximizing their gap year experience. A Gap Year is a great way to prepare for college and life. We offer complete gap year planning packages. We primarily work with high school students looking to gap before college. 

 
Camp Nashoba North offers a traditional, non-sectarian, co-ed sleepaway camp located in the beautiful Sebago Lake region for ages 7-17. The camp includes a supportive, active environment, a large selection of activities, wonderful food and modern facilities.

At Northeast Clinics our goal is to improve the skills of all levels of players from first time players to advanced players. Northeast Field Hockey Clinic is looking for passionate, energetic, field hockey loving players to attend our 35th Annual Field Hockey Clinic held at the Governor’s Academy in Newbury, MA on July 11-14, 2010.

Check out Beginning Guitar Classes as part of the Music Speaks program for Grades 9-12. Music Speaks, a program of Passim Folk Music & Cultural Center, teaches teenagers from all communities’ basic guitar playing and songwriting techniques. Through music education, students learn valuable life skills, including confidence, creativity, and discipline. 
New term begins Tuesday, March 23rd.


Since 1989, VISIONS Service Adventures has set the standard for international, and domestic, community service programs. VISIONS Service Adventures summer programs blend service, cultural immersion, and adventure in locations around the world.


 

Earn college credit from Northwestern this summer in the Northwestern University College Prep Program. Classes run June 20 - August 21 in Evanston, Illinois. Apply by April 9, 2010.

Beaver Summer Programs offers teens a wide variety of adventurous summer opportunities. Our specialty programs include High Adventure, Extreme Sports, Flying Fantasy Circus, Vertical Challenge, Tri-Star Soccer, and a Counselor-in-Training Program. 

If you’re considering a gap year, Map The Gap International can help you explore the world, discover your passions and return energized, ready to make the transition to college with greater focus and purpose.

Welcome to Summer Stages Dance 2010!  This July, as always, we will bring together an extraordinary group of dance artists to teach, mentor and perform. Applicants must attend an audition prior to enrollment. Auditions take place at Concord Academy's dance studio

The Berklee College of Music Summer Performance Program, with its diversity of study options, world-class Berklee faculty, visiting artists, and state-of-the-art facilities, is the premiere contemporary music summer program for young musicians.

Emerson College offers studio programs for 15 to 18 year olds in creative writing, stage acting, musical theatre performance, stage 
design, filmmaking, or TV production. July 12-August 13 in Boston.

With a unique combination of musical theatre and community service, Musical Theatre Connections: Costa Rica will help you experience a new culture not as part of an outside group of tourists, but as a member of the community.

The Dexter Southfield Science and Technology Camp, for boys and girls entering grades five through ten, provides rich and stimulating experiences designed to encourage curious minds to embark on a lifelong journey through the wonders of science. Application due May 1st.

 

At Stanford High School Summer College high school juniors and seniors have the opportunity to earn Stanford University credit while taking advantage of the exciting scholarly resources available to members of the Stanford community (June 19 - August 15). 

What career have you dreamed about: government, music, environment or sports? Internship Connection establishes meaningful internships matched to your personal interests. Program Highlights: Flexible Schedule, Resume and Interview Preparation, and Mentor's Recommendation Letter.

Landmark  School in Prides Crossing offers a four-week Academic Summer Program (July 5- 30, 2010) for students in grades 8-12, who have been diagnosed with a language-based learning disability. Afternoon activities are available. Application deadline is May 14th.

 

A Barnes & Noble book fair is a great way to showcase your school pride. Simply visit your local Barnes & Noble to learn more details. Your school can choose a day to invite students, teachers, parents, friends, neighbors, and family to come to Barnes & Noble and make their personal purchases. They can choose from a vast selection of books, games, gifts and other great items and we will, in turn, donate up to 20% cash back for you to use as you see fit! Earn an additional 5% if you take your contribution in a Barnes & Noble gift card.

Additionally, you can now reach supporters Anywhere & Everywhere with online shopping in support of your in-store book fair.

Please contact us to schedule your book fair today. Hurry, the best dates go quickly! 

To find your local store click here. 
 

TeenLife Now2Next Workshop Series

"Introduction to Clean Energy Opportunities for Teens”

Sunday, April 11, 1-2pm
at the D2E Expo
Hynes Convention Center

You know that clean energy is an important part of solving our climate crisis. You may participate in energy and environmental activities at school. But where can your interest go from here? This session covers the next steps, beyond high school, into college and a career. Our expert panel will answer your questions about what clean energy really means, what is going on in the marketplace and what future trends we will see in the coming years. They will talk about the various pathways into the industry, what skills the industry needs and what opportunities are out there for YOU in clean energy, even if you're not a science whiz.This workshop is being co-sponsored by Down2Earth Expo and TeenLife.com. Adults and students must purchase a ticket to gain admission to the Expo – the workshop itself is free. Click here to get more details about the event, the speakers, and ordering tickets!

Be one of 12 American students selected to work with Chinese students during Green Across the Pacific’s Environmental Leadership Program in Vermont this summer.  

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