SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
2019
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ACADEMIC ...... Page 2
ART AND MUSIC ...... Page 19
FOREIGN ACADEMIC—TRAVEL ...... Page 25
DOMESTIC TRAVEL & TOURS ...... Page 30
INTERNSHIPS ...... Page 30
SPORTS—ADVENTURE—COMMUNITY SERVICE ...... Page 31
LOCAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES………… ……….Page 38
1 2019 SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
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ACADEMIC STUDY ASSOCIATES Three and five week programs offered at University of Cal. Berkeley, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Stanford University, Oxford University, England and Home stay Language Programs in France and Spain. For information: call 212-796-8340 or www.asaprograms.com
ALFRED UNIVERSITY Alfred, NY Summer programs in art, astronomy, modern ballet, chamber music, entrepreneurial leadership, writing, science and engineering. Sports camps include: swimming, football, basketball and lacrosse. Summer Equestrian camp available for ages 10-16. For information: call 607-871-2612 or www.alfred.edu/summer
AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ADVENTURES (ACA) at UNIV. OF WISCONSIN Madison, WI Pre-college program for students completing grades 9, 10, or 11. Two, three, and six week programs. Many programs from which to choose. For information: call 800-509-7867 or www.acasummer.com
AMERICAN CONNECTION –STUDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM Stamford, CT The program for 9th and 10th grade students is designed to promote better understanding among students of various ethnic and cultural backgrounds. For information call 203-965-0020
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILLARY Laurel Girls State, Inc, One week seminar for girls entering 12th grade concentrating on local and state government. PO Box 266, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 For information www.alags.org
AMERICAN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (AMA) Operation Enterprise is a weeklong summer program that provides high school and college students with the essential skills needed to succeed in the business world. These programs are at three location UCLA, George Washington University, and Columbia University. For information call 800-634-4262 or www.amanet.org/oe
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY American University in Paris. This program is run by Summer Study. For information see Summer Study. School of Communication at American University. Discover the world of communication through 19 non credit programs taught by School of Communication faculty and professionals. For information: call 202-885- 2061 or www.soc.american.edu/highschool.html
ARENA UNIV CORP. Manhattanville College NY High School students who are interested in a career in sports management or related fields have an opportunity to attend 1 and 2 week programs, which will be held at Manhattanville College. Classes will be in areas of marketing,
2 public relations, and athletic agents. The focus will also include colleges that offer majors in these areas. Top executives in these fields will hold seminars, as well as field trips to local sporting events. For information call 212-755-5870 or www.thearenacorp.com
BABSON COLLEGE SUMMER STUDY This summer program allows rising Junior and Seniors in high school to learn how to grow an entrepreneurial venture while working in a hands-on team environment with some of Babson’s most outstanding and dynamic faculty. In this five-week, fully residential academic program, students explore and approach social, economic and environmental problems in the context of new ventures as solutions, learning how to develop both social and commercial opportunities. You can read more about Babson College Summer Study at www.babson.edu/summerstudy.
BARNARD’S SUMMER IN NEW YORK Programs for highly motivated students completing 10th or 11th grade. Course offerings sample liberal arts and sciences in the Barnard curriculum. For information: call 212- 854-8866 or www.barnard.edu/pcp
BAY PATH COLLEGE Longmeadow, MA Brainy Gyrls: A Neuroscience Summer Program: Bay Path University is offering a one-week intensive program to rising sophomore, junior and senior high school young women to learn about the brain and its amazing functions. For information visit http://www.baypath.edu/events-calendar/community-events/kids-programs/
BERKELEY COLLEGE Little Falls, NJ Programs in Interior Design, Fashion, Business Admin., Paralegal . For information call 800-446-5400 ext. DHV or www.BerkeleyCollege.edu/SummerCamp
BERKELEY UNIVERSITY San Francisco, California Outstanding six-week pre-college program. For information: call 510-548-6612 or www.educationunlimited.com
BOSTON COLLEGE Six-week academic program for seniors for college credit offering programs in reading, writing and communication, and approaches to studying. For information: call 617-552-3800 or www.bc.edu/bce
BOSTON UNIVERSITY There are several programs offered in the summer at Boston University. Some included are: Summer transition program. For students with learning and/or attention disorders. For information call 617-353-3658. Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists. For information: call 617-353-2563 or www.promys.org High School Honors Program. for rising seniors For information: call 617-353-1378 or www.bu.edu/summer/highschool Summer Challenge Program A 2 week program for 10th, 11th, 12th graders for information call 617-353- 1378 or www.bu.edu/summer/highschool
BOSTON UNIVERSITY'S COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION The New England Center for Investigative Reporting, based at Boston University's College of Communication, offers a unique Investigative Journalism Workshop .This program is a perfect fit for students who are interested in journalism or writing. The two-week workshop will give participants hands-on training in investigative reporting and the chance to work on investigative stories that could be published. Students will participate in investigative
3 reporting seminars led by university faculty and award-winning local and national journalists. Visit our website to find out more about the program or to apply. BRANDEIS UNIVERSITY Waltham, MA Summer school for commuting students or Genesis Program. For information: call 781-736-2111 or www.brandeis.edu/odyssey
BROWN UNIVERSITY Providence, RI. Programs include a variety of 3-5 week mini courses for high school students and a 7 week pre-college program for students entering 12th grade. For information: call 401- 863-7900 or www.brown.edu/summer
BRYANT UNIVERSITY Smithfield, RI Bryant University and PricewaterhouseCoopers accounting firm will team up for the Accounting Careers Leadership Institute at Bryant University. This program is open to African/American and Latino(a) rising high school seniors (current juniors) who have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA or the equivalent. Students must have completed Algebra II by the end of their junior year. For more information and application visit http://www.bryant.edu/admissions/for-guidance-counselors/pwc-accounting-careers-leadership-institute.htm
CAPITAL REGION EDUCATION COUNCIL (CREC) West Hartford, CT University Summer Programs: Program for students entering grades 9-12. Intensive four week residential programs conducted by college professors and high school teachers with college credit available. Programs offered are Institute for International Studies, Institute for Math and Science, Institute for Political Science and Institute for Future Teachers ( SIFT). For information: call 860-524-4012 or www.crec.org
CARLETON COLLEGE Northfield, MN Summer Writing Program. Program designed for students completing their junior year. For information: call 866-767-2275 or www.carleton.edu/summer/swp Carleton Liberal Arts Experience for college-bound African-American sophomores. For information: call 866-767-2275 or www.carleton.edu/summer/clae
CARNEGIE MELLON Pittsburgh, Pa A six week program for juniors or seniors in one of eight distinct areas of study. Summer Academy for mathematics and science, architecture, art design, fine arts, drama, music and national high school game academy. For information: call 412-268-2082, or www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college
THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA Washington, D.C. Experiences in Architecture—two sessions of a pre-college summer workshop: June 18-July 6 and July 9-July 27. For students interested in architecture or other design-related fields. For information: call David Shove-Brown, AIA, Director, Experiences in Architecture 202-319-5786, or email him at [email protected] . Website: http://architecture.cua.edu/experiences.cfm
CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION Boston, MA Science research program open to approximately 70 seniors carefully selected from the US and other nations held at Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Program emphasizes advanced theory and research in mathematics, the sciences and engineering. No cost to students for tuition, room or board. For information: call 703-448-9068 or www.cee.org/rsi
CENTRAL AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER, INC. “CAREERS FOR THE FUTURE” SUMMER MEDICAL CAMP PROGRAM Hartford area This health careers exploration program is designed to give high school students the opportunity to experience health careers in a variety of medical settings. Activities include job shadowing with health care providers, academic and cultural enrichment, personal and professional development and independent research projects.
4 For information call Kathryn at 8690233-7561, ext. 105.
CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY-CCSU New Britain, CT Full course offerings for AP Undergraduate and Graduate credit during three, five and eight week summer sessions. For information: call 860-832-2256 or www.ccsu.edu
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO Summer session programs for college bound students where they earn college credit. For information: call 773-702-6033 or http://summer.uchicago.edu
CHEVRON’S FRONTIERS OF ENERGY RESOURCES SUMMER PROGRAM—University of Southern California Chevron will be selecting 20 outstanding high school students (rising juniors and rising seniors) from across the U.S. to attend the Chevron sponsored summer educational camp, “Frontiers of Energy Resources”, hosted at the University of Southern California in July. Selected students are responsible for their own transportation to USC. While on campus room and board will be covered by Chevron. Applicants should visit http://cisoft.usc.edu/uschevron-summercamp
CHOATE ROSEMARY HALL Wallingford, CT. Academic summer school programs for high school students. Variety of programs available. For information: call 203-697-2365 or www.choate.edu/summerprograms
CLARK UNIVERSITY Worcester, MA. Minds, Matter and Medicine in the 21st Century is a three-week experience for qualified students entering their senior year in high school. Program includes lectures in the morning and workshops in the afternoon. For information: call 508 793-7116 or www.clarku.edu/admissions/specialprograms/summerscienceprogram/index.cfm
CLARKSON SCHOOL Potsdam, NY A division of Clarkson University for talented high school students interested in business, engineering and ethics/social values. The Young Scholars program a week-long program that improves intellectual development, communication skills, cooperative problem solving. For information: call 315-268-4425 or www.clarkson.edu/youngscholars
CLEMSON UNIVERSITY Clemson, SC Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program. One, two and three week sessions include Computer science, Creativity and Engineering Design, Earth Science, Geometry, Math, Physics and Astronomy and Psychology. For information: call 864-656-5849 or www.clemson.edu/summerscience
COLORADO COLLEGE Colorado Springs, CO Three, three-week terms. Courses include a full offering of liberal and fine arts. For information: call 877-894-8727 or www.coloradocollege.edu/summerprograms
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT BOULDER This program is run by Summer Study. For information see Summer Study
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY Summer high school programs in NY. Programs in New York City and Barcelona. For information see brochure in file. Attendance at the Open House in the spring is highly recommended if interested in attending. For information: call 212-854-9699, or www.ce.columbia.edu/hs
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UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT Pre-College Summer at UCONN Participants will experience college level academics in a content area of their choice. Choose from one of these academic areas, taught with a creative and engaging approach by UCONN’s world class faculty: Sociology, Statistics, English, PSLA (sustainable living experience), and Digital Media http://precollege-summer.uconn.edu Health Center Opportunity Program. School of Medicine and Dental Medicine. Six-week program of academic enrichment activities open to minority high school seniors who have expressed an interest in the health fields. For information: call 860-679-3483 Mentor Connection. Three week summer residential program for high school juniors and seniors in Storrs, CT. Students will participate in research projects side-by-side with professors. For information: call 860- 486-0283 or www.gifted.uconn.edu Natural Resources Conservation Academy Provides two summer programs for teens. The Conservation Ambassador Program (CAP) teaches teens the skills used by professionals to address current environmental issues. Student will design their own environmental project to provide real solutions for their communities. Apply to the CAP program at https://nrca.uconn.edu/students/index.htm The Conservation Training Partnerships (CTP) pairs teens with adult volunteers and supports the team in carrying out a community project. The team participates in a 2-day field workshop and learns to use conservation and mapping tools through field activities. Apply to the CTP program at http://nrca.uconn.edu/students-adults/index.htm School of Engineering. Five day residential camp for high school sophomores and juniors interested in learning about engineering through hands-on experience at the Storrs campus. For information: call 860- 486-5466 or www.engr.uconn.edu
CORNELL UNIVERSITY Ithaca, NY Summer College for High School Students. Get a head start by earning college credit before entering college. The college offers a wide range of courses in liberal arts. For information: call 607-255-6203 or www.summercollege.cornell.edu
CURRY COLLEGE Milton, MA A summer program for high school students with learning disabilities. Discover ways to use your strengths and develop strategies for: studying and test taking, organization, note-taking/mapping, reading comprehension, written organization, and active learning. For more information: call 617-333-2250 or www.curry.edu
CUSHING ACADEMY Ashburnham, MA Six week programs feature college prep, critical skills, studio art and English as a second language. For information: call 978-827-7700 or www.cushing.org
DANIEL FOX YOUTH SCHOLARS INSTITUTE Annville, PA Lebanon Valley College offers a residential program for exceptional sophomore, junior and senior high school students. Spend a week experiencing life at a college known for its atmosphere of academic excellence and personal attention. Fifteen different programs ranging from animal physiology, gender issues in literature and society, and music technology. For information: www.lvc.edu/ce/youth-scholars/index.aspx
DARTMOUTH COLLEGE: The Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth is running a 2-week summer program, the Design it! Build it! Summer Engineering Workshop. The workshop is for high school students entering grades 11 and 12 who are interested in exploring engineering and learning more about engineering at Thayer. The residential session is July 7
6 – 18th and the day program session is July 21st – August 1. For more information on the application and cost of this program, proceed to the website: http://engineering.dartmouth.edu/summer-workshop/.
UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE Offers a 5 week academic program for intellectually and academically capable students entering their junior and senior year. For information: call 302-831-6560 or www.udel.edu/summercollege/
DENISON UNIVERSITY Granville, Ohio Jonathan R. Reynolds Young Writers Workshop is an 8 day workshop that encourages high school students to explore, discover and affirm the craft of writing. For information 740-587-6565 or www.denison.edu/english/reynolds.html
DICKINSON COLLEGE Carlisle, PA A variety of month long academic programs for juniors, seniors and entering college freshman. For information 717-254-8782 or www.dickinson.edu/summer
DISCOVERY QUEST Acadia University, Wolfville, Nova Scotia One week study opportunity provides a unique experience based program to support students in their desire to learn and contribute to a deeper understanding of themselves and the world in which they live. For information email: [email protected]
DUKE UNIVERSITY Durham, NC Talent Identification Program: Offered are pre-college programs, scientific field studies and international programs. Scientific Field Studies Programs offered in Costa Rica, the Northern Rockies of Montana and Idaho, Virginia’s Appalachian Mountains and the Southwest. International Programs in England, Greece, Italy, and Germany. For current information: call 919-681-6981 or www.tip.duke.edu
EARLHAM COLLEGE Richmond, Indiana A two week explore-a-college program offering credit for varying courses including computer science, fine arts, humanities, language, natural science, religion, and, social science. For information: call 800-EARLHAM or www.earlham.edu/
EAST LYME HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM East Lyme, CT. two 2-hour session daily. Offering courses in History, Science, English, Spanish, Phys. Ed. And Math. For information call Christopher Sandford, Director, 860-961-1379 or email him at [email protected]
EDUCATION UNLIMITED Berkeley CA and Boston MA Three programs with the mission to give each high school student the best possible chance of gaining acceptance into the college of their choice. For information: 510-548-6612 or www.educationunlimited.com
EMERSON COLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAMS Pre-College Programs and Summer Institutes are offered. Go to http://www.emerson.edu/academics/professional-studies/programs-high-school-students
EXCEL SUMMER EXPERIENCE (Putney Travel) The mission of Excel at Amherst College, Williams College, Oxford University/Tuscany, and University of Madrid/Barcelona is to provide challenging, active, fun, summer enrichment programs that give students insight into college life while fostering a balance of personal and intellectual growth.
7 For information: call 802-387-5000 or www.goputney.com
EXETER ACADEMY Exeter NH A five week program of academic study, athletics and exploration that carries participants far beyond the classrooms and playing fields. For information: call 603-777-3488, 1-800-828-4325 or www.exeter.edu/summer
EXPLORATION SUMMER PROGRAMS New Haven CT A combination of coursework, sports and arts activities, field trips and SAT prep on the campus of Yale University. Grades 10-12. Residential and day programs available. For information: call 781-762-7400 or www.explo.org
EXPLORING THE MAJORS Philadelphia, PA Two three week summer camp sessions for students entering grades 10-12. Programs include exploration into a variety of college courses and day trips to area attractions. For information: call 610-265-9401, 866-TRY-JKCP or www.jkcp.com
FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY Fairfield, CT Courses in comprehension, speed-reading and study skills for entering 9th-11th graders. For information call 800-978-9596 Connecticut Writing Project- writing workshops. For information: call 203- 254-4220 or 800 978-9596. High School study abroad program in Italy. Earn college credit while studying and traveling through Florence and Syracuse, Italy. For information call 203-254-4332 or www.fairfield.edu/sce/studyabroad
FORDHAM UNIVERSITY, NY,NY Pre-College Summer Program is for high school students entering their senior year. This provides students with a head start on their college careers. The program is offered at both campus locations Rose Hill in the Bronx and Lincoln Center in Manhattan. Some of the courses offered are philosophical ethics, English composition and rhetoric, introduction to middle east history, and sports communication. For information call 718-817-4665 or www.fordham.edu/summer
FURMAN UNIVERSITY Greenville, SC Summer Scholars program: one and two week sessions for high school juniors and seniors include courses on animation, leadership, mock trials, French, psychology, health and fitness. For information call 864-294-3231 or www.furman.edu/summerscholars
FUTURE LAW ENFORCEMENT YOUTH ACADEMY New Haven, CT Free week-long summer program run out of Yale University in collaboration with the Yale Police Department and the New Haven FBI. Program occurs in July. Apply online in late March until early April. https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/newhaven/community-outreach
GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY Washington D.C. Summer College for High School Students offers outstanding high school students the opportunity to expand their studies with college courses taken in an intensive yet supportive environment. Plus, you get to live in Georgetown! For information: call 202-687.8700 202-687-5935 or http://summer.georgetown.edu/2007
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Washington D.C. Next Generation Leadership Program as well as a four-week introduction to political science with college credit available. For information: call 202-994-9133 or www.summer.gwu.edu Summer Scholars PreCollege Program. Students earn credit and experience living in
8 Washington D.C. For information call 202-242-6802 or www.summerscholars.gwu/edu
GIRL SCOUTS- BUSINESS SUMMER CAMP Wilton, CT An entrepreneurial one week summer program for teen women 14-19. Learn business and leadership skills. The program is traditionally offered in even years. For information call 203-762-5557 x26 or www.gscswct.org
GLOBAL SCHOLAR Lexington, VA An intensive, two-week seminar at Washington and Lee University for rising juniors and seniors to immerse themselves in college-level coursework on international relations. For information call 203-785-9435 or www.globalscholar.org
GREAT BOOKS SUMMER PROGRAM The one-and two-week sessions are held at Amherst College and Stanford University. Students in grades 9-12 learn to read and think critically by engaging in college-level discussions based on readings from both ancient and modern classics. Students need to be nominated by their high school counselor. For information call 888-327-5923 ext.20 or www.GreatBooksSummer.com
GREENS FARMS ACADEMY Westport. CT Complete offering of academic courses, architecture, landscape and art. For information 203 256-7511
UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD Hartford, CT Complete offering of summer term college curriculum For information: call 860-768-4978 or www.hartford.edu/summerterm
HARVARD UNIVERSITY Boston, MA Each summer Harvard Summer School offers current juniors and graduating seniors an opportunity to be admitted to an eight-week session. Students are free to choose from a wide range of summer school courses provided they meet specific prerequisites. For information: call 617-495-3192 or www.ssp.harvard.edu
HOBART AND WILLIAM SMITH COLLEGES Environmental studies summer youth institute: This two-week academic enrichment program provides talented high school students with a college level, hands on learning experience exploring the many disciplines, tools and approaches demanded by complex environmental problems. For more information and application, go to: http://academic.hws.edu/enviro/index.html
HOLLINS COLLEGE Roanoke, Virginia Program for rising sophomore, junior and senior women in writing, psychology, photography, science and leadership. For information: call 800-456-9595 or www.hollins.edu/specprog/
HOPKINS SUMMER SCHOOL New Haven, CT Courses offered for enrichment, remediation or acceleration in a variety of areas. For information: 203-397-1001 x540 or www.hopkins.edu/academics/summer/
I.D.TECH CAMPS-numerous locations including Sacred Heart Univ., Princeton, Vassar College, Villanova and many more throughout the U.S. Weeklong day and overnight technology programs for students. Courses utilize some of the biggest names in technology-Microsoft, Apple HP, Adobe, Canon, Macromedia, and many others. For information: call 888-709-TECH ext. 8324 or www.internalDrive.com
ITHACA COLLEGE Ithaca, NY Academic courses and enrichment for sophomores, and summer college for juniors.
9 For information: call 607-274-3143 or www.ithaca.edu/summercollege
INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Indiana, PA The Robert E. Cook Honors College at Indiana University is an exciting summer honors program that provides high school students the opportunity to experience college life first hand. For information: call 800-487-9122 or www.iup.edu/honors
INTERAMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Washington D.C. The National Hispanic Youth Initiative Program is for current Hispanic 10th and 11th graders who are considering a career in health care or biomedical research. For information: call 202-467-4756 in DC or 212 777-3642 NYC. or www.icps.org
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DEMOCRACY SUMMIT Sponsored by: The University of Virginia, the Jamestown 400th Commemoration Commission and Presidential Classroom. This one-week program provides students an opportunity to attend a series of historic events, participate in debates about the rise of democracy the world over and interact with leading historians and civil activists through a series of educational seminars. For information call 800-441-6533 or www.IYDS.net
JACKLING INSTITUTE Rolla, MI Program for High School Juniors at University of Missouri-Rolla, School of Mines and Metallurgy. Sessions offered in ceramic engineering, geology and geophysics, geological, metallurgical, mining, nuclear and petroleum engineering. For information: call 573-341-6576 or www.umr.edu/index.php?id=337
JOHNS HOPKINS SUMMER Baltimore, MD Center for Talented Youth. Explore one of the nation’s foremost universities, earn college credit in classes with Hopkins undergraduates and other talented high school students and test your college ability as you balance rigorous course work and social, cultural and recreational activities. For information: call 410-516-0277 or 800- 548-0548 or www.jhu.edu/summer School of Arts and Sciences. For information: contact Summer Programs office at 410- 5164548 or 800-548-0548 or www.jhu.edu/summer
JULIAN KRINSKY PROGRAMS Philadelphia and Haverford PA At Haverford College academic enrichment Students create their own schedule of courses in the arts, business, cooking, computers, drama, music and dozens of other fascinating subjects. At University of Pennsylvania Model United Nations Summer Program Explore foreign policy, international relations and global politics For information: 866 879 5527 or www.jkcp.com
JUNIOR STATESMEN SUMMER SCHOOL Summer school includes an introduction to American Government and politics. Speaker’s program and student debates. Program stresses substantial reading, research and writing. Six sessions held on campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford. For information: call 800- 334-5353 or www.jsa.org/summer
KENYON COLLEGE Gambier, OH Intensive two-week workshop for intellectually curious, motivated high school students who value writing. Admission is based on application essay and teacher recommendation. For information: call 740- 427-5207 or www.kenyonreview.org
LANDMARK COLLEGE, Putney, VT
10 Program for high school and college students with learning differences including dyslexia, ADHD and other specific learning disabilities. Classes include writing skills, study skills, time management skills, math skills and speech communications. One on one tutorials with faculty available. For information: call 802-387-6718 or www.landmark.edu
LEAD PROGRAM IN BUSINESS Program available at a variety of college campuses. Goal is to introduce minority high school juniors with strong academic credentials and demonstrated leadership skills to challenging careers in business. For information: www.leadnational.org
LYME-OLD LYME HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM Old Lyme, CT Dates TBA, Mondays through Thursdays (July 4 off). Two sessions daily,8:00-9:50 and 10:10-12:00. Offering courses in History, Science, English, Math and French I. For information call Brett Eckhart 860-434-1651, ext 1202 or email him at [email protected] .
MANHATTAN COLLEGE Riverdale, NY A chemical engineering program for girls called Force. The mission of Force is to increase the awareness of high school girls about the possibility of a career in Chemical Engineering. For information call 718-862-7185 or www.engineering.manhattan.edu/chemical/index.htm
MANHATTANVILLE COLLEGE Purchase, NY. Get a taste of college by taking regular undergraduate introductory courses in art, dance, music, theater, communication, history, economics or improve your writing skills in the Young People’s Writing Workshop course Summer Academy for High School Students of Excellence. For information: call 914-323-5272 or www.manhattanville.edu
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND The Young Scholars Program. Go to http://oes.umd.edu/?slab=young-scholars-program.
MARIST COLLEGE Poughkeepsie, NY Summer Business Institute Offers a variety of courses for high school juniors. For information 845-575-3225 or [email protected] Summer Sports Communication Institute Offers a program for high school juniors in which they will be immersed in various aspects of this field. Earns three college credits, transferable. For information 845-575- 3000 ext. 2074 or email at [email protected] or visit www.marist.edu/summerinstitutes/communication Summer Fashion Design & Merchandising Institute Offers a program for high school students to learn fashion portfolio techniques, explore the business of fashion and experience the fashion studio. For information 845-575-3226 or visit www.marist.edu/summerinstitutes/fashion Summer Environmental Institute Offers a program for high school students in which they will use the beautiful Hudson River as a natural laboratory to examine natural systems, the impacts of human lives upon these systems and how society deals with these impacts. Earn three college credits, transferable. For information 845-575-3226 or www.marist.edu/summerinstitutes/environmental Summer Game Design Offers a program for high school students in which they will create their own video games using state-of-the-art game-maker software that is both straightforward and yet is expansive and powerful. No programming experience required. For information 845-575-3226 or www.marist.edu/summerinstitutes/game
MARYWOOD UNIVERSITY Scranton, PA A two-week summer program for high school students.
11 For information: call 800-724-0399 or www.marywood.edu
MASSACHUSETTS COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS North Adams, MA Individual enrichment programs for first generation college students and students from low-income or disadvantaged families or students with a documented learning disability. For information: call 800-969-MCLA or 413-662-5410 or www.mcla.edu
MIAMI UNIVERSITY Oxford, OH Junior Scholars Program for academically talented high school juniors who want to learn about university life and earn college credit early. It is also a chance to explore an area of academic or career interest. For information: call 513 5295825 or www.muohio.edu/juniorscholars/
MIAMI, UNIVERSITY OF, Weston, Florida An on-line program offering flexibility students can work anytime any place. For information call 877-871-8163 or www.umohs.org Summer School Programs Ten week summer school program offering 40 core courses and college prep electives. For information call 800-STUDY-UM or www.miami.edu/summerscholar
MICHIGAN, UNIVERSITY OF, Ann Arbor, MI Math and Science Scholars Program. A two week program designed to expose high school students to the latest development and research in Mathematics and Science by featuring small (only 15 students) classes taught by University of Michigan professors. For information: call 734-647-4466 or www.math.lsa.umich.edu/mmss
MITES Boston MA Minority Introduction to Engineering, Entrepreneurship and Science Program at MIT. Comprehensive six-week program of academic enrichment for motivated and talented underrepresented minority high school students. For information: call 617- 253-3298 or http://mit.edu/mites/
MUNSON INSTITUTE AT MYSTIC SEAPORT Mystic, CT American Maritime Studies/Graduate History Courses through seminars and independent research. For information: call 860-572-5359 or www.mysticseaport.org UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND Early College Program. Go to http://une.edu/oce/.
NEW ENGLAND INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Warwick, RI Program available to current high school juniors and graduating seniors. Students will participate in a unique three- day, hands-on technology class at the New England Institute of Technology. Areas of study include Information Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Video and Audio Technology, Architectural Building Engineering Technology, and Automotive Technology. Camp runs from 9-2 daily, lunch is provided and the tuition is FREE (aside from a $25.00 registration fee). For information: call 800-736-7744 or email at [email protected] .
NEW HAMPSHIRE UNIVERSITY OF, Durham NH PROJECT SMART A Summer Institute offering study to high school students in the fields of science and math. Lectures, field trips and hands–on laboratory experiences are part of the program. For information call 603-862-3840 or www.smart.unh.edu
NEW ENGLAND, UNIVERSITY OF, Biddeford, Maine Coastal Marine Ecology Program open to high school juniors and seniors interested in the fields of Marine Biology or Environmental Studies. Earn two college credits at UNE in this two-week program.
12 For information call 207-602-2729 or email [email protected] .
NEW YORK INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Old Westbury, NY Five-week Summer Jump Start Advantage program for seniors. Earn five college credits before the fall semester begins. For more information: call 800-345 6948 or www.nyit.edu
NEW YORK MILITARY ACADEMY Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY Full ranges of academic courses are available to students in grades 7-12. Remediation provided during the 4-week program. Structured program with classes in the morning and a full range of athletic activities in the afternoon. For more information: call 888-275-6962 or www.nyma.org/
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY NY, NY Broad range of pre-college programs for high school students. Opportunity to earn college credit while experiencing NYC. For information: call 212-998-2292 or www.nyu.edu/nyusummer2007
NORTHFIELD MOUNT HERMON Northfield, MA Junior High program, College Prep and English as a Second Language. Also Study Abroad opportunities. For information 413-498-3290 or www.nmhschool.org
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Summer session offers a broad course selection that meets the needs of all students. Classes offered at Main Boston Campus, Burlington, Dedham and downtown. For information call 877-668-7727or visit www.spcs.neu.edu/summerschool .
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Evanston, IL Summer college prep programs. Over 150 courses available in chemistry, classics, communications, English, Hispanic studies, philosophy, physics, psychology, religion and sociology among others. For Information: call 312-503-6950 or www.scs.northwestern.edu National High School Institute – Coon Hardy Debate Scholars The Coon-Hardy curriculum integrates every facet of the high quality debating into the different experience level that Scholars bring to the table. For information: call 800-662-NHSI or www.northwestern.edu/nhsi
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME Notre Dame Indiana Three-week pre-college program for outstanding juniors and seniors. Includes life sciences, finance and investments, introduction to engineering, mathematics and literature. For information: call or 574-631-0990 or http://precollege.nd.edu
OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE Los Angeles, CA Summer school program for high school seniors that provides introductory college courses in marine biology. The curriculum includes lectures, labs, fieldwork, exams, practicals and projects that can earn college credits. For information: www.oxy.edu/oxy/marinebiology/
OPERATION ENTERPRISE STUDENT CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Columbia University, UCLA and University of Texas at Austin An eight-day residential program offered by American Management Association and held during three different sessions at the three locations above. This program is designed to help students gain the business and life skills essential to success in today’s competitive business environment. For information: www.amanet.org/oe or call 1- 800-634-4262
PACE UNIVERSITY NY,NY The Summer Scholars Program. A program designed for sophomores and juniors eager to
13 experience the atmosphere of college and challenging liberal arts. For information: call 212 346-1192 or www.pace.edu/summerscholars
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia, PA Pre-College Programs designed for academically gifted High School Juniors and Seniors offering a wide range of concentration and workshop opportunities for developing college survival and leadership skills. For information: www.sas.upenn.edu/cgs/highschool Summer Academy in Applied Science & Technology Four programs will be offered Computer Graphics, Nanotechnology, Biotechnology, and Robotics. For information call 215-573-2575 or www.seas.upenn.edu/saast Wharton School of Business offers a program for leadership in the business world given to rising high school seniors. For information call 215-898-9152 or http://undergrad.wharton.upenn.edu/programs/lbwcfm
PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY State College, PA This program is run by Summer Study. For more information see Summer Study.
PHILLIPS ACADEMY Andover, Mass. Summer session pre-college experience, small classes, multi-cultural community. Courses include a major and a minor course of study in theater, music, arts, and academic areas. For information: www.andover.edu/summersession
PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY Exeter, New Hampshire A five- week summer school for 8th- 12th grade students For information: call 800-828-4325 or www.exeter.edu/summer
PRESIDENTIAL CLASSROOM Alexandria, VA One-week offerings that prepare young leaders for responsible citizenship and provides outstanding high school students the chance to explore the American political process first hand. For information: call 800-441-6533 or www.presidentialclassroom.org
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY W.E.B. Dubois Scholars Institute:
The W.E. B. Scholars Institute is a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization that provides scholarship and leadership training for high achieving youth. Students entering the eighth, ninth, Tenth and Eleventh grades in the fall following the summer program are eligible to participate. To download applications and get information about requirements, cost, scholarships, curriculum, residential living and deadlines click on link www.duboisscholars.org
PROJECT OCEANOLOGY Groton CT Ocean Diversity Institute for 9th Graders. 10th graders may be considered as well. One week FREE intensive residential science-rich program. Students will reside in Project Oceanology’s hostel, will be responsible for collecting, examing, and recording marine life as well as analyzing water conditions in the Long Island Sound. Project Oceanology can only accept students whose school provides them with credit after completing the program. For information call 860-445-9007 or www.oceanology.org
PROJECT SEED (American Chemical Society Educational Division) Several locations Eight to ten week program in academic, industry and government research laboratories. For juniors and
14 seniors with one year of chemistry. For information: www.ChemCenter.org
PUTNEY SCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS Putney VT Two 3-week programs in rural Vermont for ages 14-17. Program is focused, intensive and active in the arts, writing, international education and ecology programs. For information: call 802 387-5000 or www.goputney.com
RESEARCH SCIENCE INSTITUTE in collaboration with MIT and Cal Tech , held at both of these campuses This program is for high school juniors who have demonstrated superior achievement in mathematics, the sciences, and verbal arts. In addition, students should also show a potential to become leaders in science through their leadership in community activities in high school. For more information: call 703-938-9062 or www.cee.org/rsi /
RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE Engineering Summer Exploration Program: http://summer.rpi.edu/update.do?artcenterkey=113 Non Engineering Summer Program: http://summer.rpi.edu/setup.do
ROCHESTER, UNIVERSITY OF Rochester NY A three week residential program with a variety of course offerings in astronomy, criminal law, digital art, engineering, filmmaking, journalism, sports marketing and many more. For information call 585-275-2344 or www.rochester.edu/college/osp
ROGER WILLIAMS UNIVERSITY MARINE BIOLOGY CAMP in Bristol Rhode Island. A one-week introductory program for high school students in coastal ecosystems. Students will learn about coastal ecosystems, food webs, productivity of the sea, plants and animals in the coastal zone, current events in marine biology and much more. For information or to obtain application form: email [email protected] or call 401-254-3108 or visit departments.rwu.edu/biology/camp.htm
RUTGERS YOUNG SCHOLARS PROGRAM Camden, NJ Program in discrete mathematics for those fascinated and challenged by mathematical problems. For information: call 732-445-4065 or www.dimacs.rutgers.edu/ysp/
SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM Application and Brochure
ST. JOSEPH’S COLLEGE Hartford, CT Summer sessions offered for undergraduate, graduate and non-credit certificate programs. Large variety of courses available. For information: call 860-231-5225 or www.sjc.edu
ST. LUKE’S SCHOOL New Canaan, CT Four-week summer school: enrichment, make-up, and advanced placement courses. For information: call 203-966-5612 or www.stlukesct.org/academics/summer/
SARAH LAWRENCE SUMMER WRITING WORKSHOP Bronxville, NY Program is open to all incoming 10-12 graders. For information: call 914-395-2412 or www.slc.edu/home.php
SEARCH - Mount Holyoke College South Hadley MA This program is a summer residential math program for high school girls. For those who would like to explore the world and work of professional mathematicians in a creative, supportive and confidence-building environment.
15 For information call 413-538-2608 or www.mtholyoke.edu/proj/search
SHOALS MARINE LABORATORY Appledore Island, Isles of Shoals Gulf of Maine The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Cornell Univ. in cooperation with the Univ. of New Hampshire and the Shoals Marine Laboratory offer a unique opportunity for students to experience marine science. For more information call 607-255-3717 or www.sml.cornell.edu
SKIDMORE COLLEGE Saratoga Springs, NY Pre-college credit courses in Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematics. For information: call: 518-580-5590 ext. 5592, or www.skidmore.edu/summer
SMITH COLLEGE Northampton, MA Four week summer science, engineering or arts and humanities programs for young women. Grades 9 - 12. For information: call 413-585-3060 or www.smith.edu/summerprograms/
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Los Angeles, CA USC Summer Seminars. Offers opportunity to earn elective credits with university professors. Exploration of Architecture. Three one week programs for high school students to explore their interest and aptitude in architecture and design. For more information: call 213-740-5679 or www.usc.edu/summer
SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE Springfield, MA Athletic Training Student Workshop is a one week program for high school students interested in careers in athletic training and sports medicine. For more information 413-748-3188 or www.springfieldcollege.edu/specialprograms
STANFORD UNIVERSITY Stamford, CA Summer College Opportunities for high school juniors and seniors offering diverse and interesting academic and extracurricular activities. For information: call 650-723-3109 or http://summersession.stanford.edu Education Program for Gifted Youth, ages 14 –16. Programs: English, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Music. For information: call 800-372-3749 x 333 or http://epgy.stanford.edu STEVENS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Hoboken, NJ Summer online courses in math and science. For information www.stevens.edu/undergrad/ecourses.html
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY Boston, MA High school juniors with a GPA of 2.8 or higher. Two week intensive Boston History Program. There are other programs on Politics, Public Service, Student Leadership and Service Learning Institute, and GLBT Awareness. For information: call 617-305-2500 or www.suffolk.edu/summerinstitutes
SUMMER DISCOVERY/MUSIKER TOURS Successfully introduces high school students to the college experience. Two week college admissions prep course. Programs available at Northeastern University, Georgetown University, UCLA, University of Michigan, University of Vermont, Cambridge University, England and UC San Diego. Enrichment and/or college credit classes designed to sharpen skills and develop critical thinking. Summer Discovery programs are part of the Musiker Discover Program. For information: call 888-878-6637 or www.summerfun.com
SUMMER EXCEL at UCLA OR UC BERKELEY Two locations available. Two, three, four and six week programs offering pre-college enrichment courses,
16 earn college credits and a sports enrichment program. For information call 650-563-9607 or www.summerexcel.com
SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR THE GIFTED Academic Summer experiences at many colleges including the following: Emory, Princeton, University of Michigan, University of California, Bryn Mawr, Vassar, Drew University, Amherst College plus more check web site. For information: call 866-303-4744 or www.giftedstudy.org
SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS Pre-College 3-6 week summer study programs for High School students at: Penn State University, University of Colorado at Boulder and the American University of Paris. For information: call 800-666-2556 or www.Summerstudy.com
SUNY at PURCHASE Purchase, NY A full array of summer courses in the liberal arts and sciences and the visual arts are available. For information: call 914-252-6500 or www.purchase.edu/ce/summer/
SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY Syracuse, NY The Summer College Program allows high school students to start college level work early and test career interests firsthand, before crucial decisions are made about future study. Summer College consists of ten six-week academic programs, which include acting and musical theater, architecture, law, liberal arts and sciences, business management, fashion textile design, forensic science, social work, nursing and others. For information: call 315- 443-5297 or http://summercollege.syr.edu
TAFT SUMMER SCHOOL Watertown, CT Program designed for students who seek to spend 5 weeks improving their academic skills, broadening their knowledge and having fun. Curriculum includes liberal arts courses as well as a study abroad in Spain. For information: call 860-945-7961 or www.taftschool.org/summer
THOMAS MORE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Crestview Hills, KY Two-week courses offered in Literature, Philosophy, American Political Tradition and Apologetics. For information: call 800-880-8308 or www.thomasmorecollege.edu THREE RIVERS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Academic Adventures for students: Veterinarian Medicine Summer Program. Call Ellen Clinesmith for more information at 860-215-9224
SAINT THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Oakdale, CT A five-week long academic boarding camp program for boys in grades 7-12. For information contact Timothy Riordan, Director of Admissions, 860-823-3861 or email him at [email protected]
TUFTS UNIVERSITY SUMMER STUDY Go to http://ase.tufts.edu/tuftsSummerStudy/
TUNXIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE Farmington, CT Program for seniors who are unsure of their college plans, offers college courses for credit. For information: call 860-677-7701 or www.tunxis.commnet.edu
UNION COLLEGE The Summer Engineering Workshop for Talented High School Females. Go to http://engineering.union.edu/edge/.
17 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA / CHEVRON FRONTIERS OF ENTERGY RESOURCES SUMMER CAMP University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA – Frontiers of Energy Resources is seeking enthusiastic and academically outstanding high school juniors who are interested in a future in the energy industry. Apply online at : http://cisoft.usc.edu/uscchevron-summercamp
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY Colorado Springs, Colorado Many programs available for the summer from sports, language and science camps For information: call 860-610-0649 or www.usafa.af.mil See file under Sports/Adventure
U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY New London, CT Minority Introduction to Engineering: One week intensive program focused on engineering possibilities. For information: call 800-883-USCG or www.cga.edu See file under Sports/Adventure
U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY AT WESTPOINT NY See file under Sports/Adventure For information http://forms.admissions.usma.edu/AL
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY Annapolis, MD If you want a summer challenge and sample university level academics at a first rate institution. For information: www.usna.edu/admissions See file under Sports/Adventure
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY Nashville, Tennessee Pave is a six week summer program to explore engineering, science, medical or technology based careers for those entering 11th and 12th grade. The program involves in-depth problem solving, computer applications. skills, lab experiments, and technical writing. For information: call 615-322-7827 or www.vanderbilt.edu/pave
UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT Burlington, VT One week summer programs in Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences and Robot Wars. For information: call 802-229-4757 or www.emba.uvm.edu/summer World Debate Institute looking for students who possess quality, integrity, community involvement, and respect. For information: http://learn.uvm.edu/wdi
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Charlottesville, VA Four-Star Academics plus pre-college camp for students entering grades 10 thru 12. Two two-week sessions plus a one-week mini-session. For information: call 800-334-STAR, or www.4starcamps.com
WASHINGTON WORKSPHOPS FOUNDATION Three week and longer Congressional internships or politically related office assignments that deal with issues of congressional politics and American national government and diplomacy and international relations. For information: call 800-368-5688 or www.workshops.org
WASHINGTON AND LEE UNIVERSITY Lexington, VA Summer Scholars Program includes four week academic and co-curricula programs in brain and behavioral sciences, environmental studies, humanities, journalism, law and society, politics and economics in contemporary America, pre-medical studies and theater. For information: call 540-458-8727 or http://summerscholars.wlu.edu
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY St. Louis, Missouri
18 Arts and Sciences Summer School. Two sessions. For information: call 866-209-0691 or www.ucollege.wustl.edu/hssp Architecture Discovery Program A two week program for students who have finished their junior year in high school. For information call 314-935-6200 or www.arch.wustl.edu
WOLFEBORO Wolfeboro, NH A Summer Boarding School 45 days in length with a 128 acre campus. The school emphasizes basic skills in core academic subjects, the development of organizational and study skills, a supportive recreation and residential life. Variety of academic courses offered for credit. Each student takes 3 courses per day. For information call 603-569-4080 or www.wolfeboro.org
WORCHESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE Worcester, MA Program for Juniors and Seniors who want a sneak preview of college life. Advanced program in engineering, mathematics, and science taught by WPI professors. For information: call 508-831-5286 or www.wpi.edu/+admissions WUNDERS Program for girls entering 9-12 grades. A hands-on exploration of engineering, math, and science for young women. For information: 508-831-5819 or email [email protected] Website: www.wpi.edu/+wunders
WYOMING SEMINARY, Kingston PA Summer at the Seminary Programs include, college prep, performing arts, dance and music theatre. For more information visit www.wyomingseminary.org or call 570 270-2186.
YALE UNIVERSITY New Haven, CT Summer Programs include extensive course selections. For information: call 203 432-2430 email [email protected] or www.yale.edu/summer
4 STAR SUMMER CAMPS at the University of Virginia Senior Program for students entering grades 10,11,12. A variety of offerings such as writing, study skills, math, SAT prep and more. For information call 800-334-7827 or www.4starcamps.com
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AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DRAMATIC ARTS NY, NY or Hollywood, CA Curriculum includes acting, voice and speech, vocal production, movement, fencing, mime, musical theater, makeup and swing dance. For information: call 212-686-0620, 800 463-8990 or www.aada.org
ARTS, UNIVERSITY OF Philadelphia, PA Curriculum includes animation, cartooning, digital photography, graphic design, writing for film & television, screen directing. For more information: call 215-717-6430 or www.uarts.edu/precollege/summerinstitute
ART INSTITUTE OF BOSTON Boston, MA Thirteen courses offered in the fine arts, including but not limited to photo foundation, comics, drawing and design, documentary photography, figure sculpture. For information: call 800-773-0494 or www.aiboston.edu.
BALDWIN WALLACE CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Berea, OH
19 The Summer Music Institute is a two-week, concentrated program of music study for serious high school musicians with attention to solo and chamber music performance. For information: call 866-BW-MUSIC www.bw.edu/academics/conservatory/outreach/smp
BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL CENTER Five-week studio a.m. only course designed for high school students entering grades 10-12 interested in architecture design. College level instruction. For information: call 617-585-0101 or www.the-bac.edu/ce .
BOSTON CONSERVATORY Summer Dance for students sixteen or older. Three or six week programs. For information: call 617-912-9166 or www.bostonconservatoroy.edu
BOSTON UNIVERSITY-Boston MA Institute for TV, Radio and Film Production A five week, hands-on program for high school students interested in the many aspects of media production and programming. Students write, direct and produce their own short films, news programs, documentaries, commercials and radio programs. For information: call 617-353-5015 or www.bu.edu/com/itrp Visual Arts Summer Institute A four-week visual arts program designed to help build exceptional portfolios. Students will work from nature, still life and the human figure. For information call 617-353-3371 or www.bu.edu.cfa/visual/summerarts
BOSTON UNIVERSITY TANGLEWOOD INSTITUTE Young artist programs in composition, orchestra, piano, string quartet, vocal and wind ensemble. Ages 15-18. For information: call 800-643-4796 or www.bu.edu/tanglewood
CALIFORNIA COLLEGE OF THE ARTS San Francisco, and Oakland . Pre-College Program provides an excellent opportunity for students to study art, architecture, design, and writing in an art school environment, while earning 3 units of college credit. For information call 800-447-1ART or www.cca.edu/precollege
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-SANTA BARBARA Pre-college program for young performing artists offering a balance of academic learning and skill building in dance, drama and voice. For information: call: 805-893-2315 or www.summer.ucsb.edu
CARNEGIE MELLON Pittsburgh PA Earn college credit in the following fine arts topics: architecture, art, design, drama and music. Six week sessions for juniors and seniors For information: call 412-268-2082 or www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA, Washington D.C. Experiences in architecture. For more information call 202 319-5786, or visit the their website at http://architecture.cua.edu/experiences.cfm or email: [email protected]
COLUMBUS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN Columbus, OH An intense art adventure for high school students aiming at a career in art. For information: call 614-224-9101 or www.ccad.edu
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY NY or Barcelona Spain Pre-college enrichment programs for grades 9-12 at Columbia University of Barcelona, Spain.
20 For information call 212-854-3771 or www.ce.columbia.edu/hs
CREC CENTER FOR CREATIVE YOUTH A five-week summer arts residency program at Wesleyan University for High School students offering classes in theatre, music, dance, creative writing etc. For information: call 860-757-6391 or www.crec.org/ccy
DIGIPEN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Redmond, Washington Two-week workshops in Video Game Programming, or 3D Animation. No residential accommodations. For information: www.digipen.edu
EASTERN U.S. MUSIC CAMP Hamilton, NY Two, three and four-week sessions at Colgate University. For students age 10-19 residential and day Includes concert band, symphony orchestra, concert choir, jazz ensemble, swing choir, chamber orchestra, studio orchestra, madrigal choir and women and men’s choir. For information: call 866-777-7841 or www.easternusmusiccamp.com
EASTMAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC Rochester, NY Broad range of course offerings includes music theory, history, composition, strings, arts management, and library arts. For information: call 800-246-4706 or www.rochester.edu/Eastman/summer
ENCORE-CODA CAMP Maine Program offerings for a great summer of Music, Sports and camaraderie for students in grades 3-11. For information: call 617-325-1541 or www.encore-coda.com
FASHION INSTITUTE OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING throughout California Three day seminars to explore industry of fashion, interiors, graphics and entertainment. For information: call 800-262-3436 or www.fidm.edu
HARTFORD CONSERVATORY Hartford, CT Summer dance program, stressing technique, choreography and performance. For information: call 860-246-2588, or www.hartfordconservatory.org HARTWICK COLLEGE Oneonta, NY. Summer Music Festival offered in 2, 4 or 6 week sessions for students age 10-22 High School and College credit available. For information call 800-388-0337 or www.HartwickMusicFestival.org
I.D.TECH CAMPS-numerous locations including Sacred Heart Univ., Princeton, Vassar College, Villanova and many more throughout the U.S. Weeklong day and overnight technology programs for students. Courses utilize some of the biggest names in technology-Microsoft, Apple HP. Adobe, Canon, Macromedia, and many others. For information: call 888-709-8324 or www.internalDrive.com
JULIAN KRINSKY ENRICHMENT CAMP Haverford PA Students create their own schedule of courses in the arts, business, cooking, computers and dozens of other fascinating subjects. For information: 866-TRY-JKCP or www.jkst.com
LABORATORY INSTITUTE OF MERCHANDISING NYC, NY Learn about the fashion industry from the experts and earn college credit. There are one, two, three and four week sessions available. For information call 800-677-1323 or www.limcollege.edu
21 LEAN://GAP Boston MA LeanGap is a 6-week intensive summer program that empowers high school students to build their own companies. With resources from business leaders and top institutions, LeanGap helps students develop their ideas from concept to successful launch. For more information email: [email protected] Apply on www.leangap.com
LITCHFIELD JAZZ CAMP Litchfield CT Students learn in an intensive, noncompetitive environment in one to four-week courses. Beginners must have basic instrumental and reading skills. Classes are in performance, improvisation, jazz history, rhythm and percussion, music theory, the business of music, and now an intensive composition course. Residential and visiting artists playing various instruments are on campus. For information call 860-567-4162 or www.litchfieldjazzcamp.com
LYME ACADEMY COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS Old Lyme, CT Summer Art Academy open to students ages 13-19. Classes and workshops open to all levels of ability. Classes available for credit or non-credit. For information call Susan Mosey, Part-time and Continuing Studies, 860-434-5232 or email her at [email protected]
MAINE PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP Workshops in photography, film, video, 3D animation, comic book art and stories, sea coast ecology adventures for high school students who are enthusiastic about their medium. The academic partner is Rockport College. For information: 877-577-7700 or www.HighSchoolArtists.com
MARYLAND INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF ART Baltimore, MD Pre-college studio residency program includes core studio courses and workshops. For information call 410-225-2219 or www.mica.edu
MERCY COLLEGE Dobbs Ferry, NY Mercy will host “Creativity and Technology” workshops and camps this summer for high school students. Such programs as digital arts, digital music, video editing, web design, and science at the scene of the crime. For information call 914-674-7356 or www.mercy.edu
MONTSERRAT COLLEGE OF ART Beverly, Mass Four week courses offered in printmaking, computer art and design photography mixed media , illustration and painting. Opportunity to develop a college portfolio For information: call 800 836-0487 or www.montserrat.edu
NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN Boston, MA Suffolk University in Boston’s Back Bay. Open to all high school students 14 years and older. Study interior design, graphic design and fine arts. For information: call 617-994-4233 or www.suffolk.edu/nesad
NEW HAMPSHIRE INSTITUTE OF ART Manchester, NH High school students 15 years and older can earn up to 3 college-level credits and develop their college application portfolios during this 2-week long summer workshop.For information: 866-241-4918 ext 513 or email at [email protected]
NEW YORK FILM ACADEMY Four and six week intensive workshops in film making, animation, screen writing and acting where students direct their own material and leave with portfolios of their work. Courses offered on campuses in the US and abroad. For information, call 212 - 674 -4300 or www.nyfa.com
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY - TISCH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
22 Courses in drama, filmmakers workshops focusing on narrative, T.V. broadcasting, animation, musical theater performance and musical theatre writing. For information: call 212-998-1811. Stella Adler, Studio of Acting is a summer program that is fashioned after our full-time conservatory and our NYU Tisch School or Arts Undergraduate Curriculum. For information: call 800-270-6775 or www.stellaadler.com
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY Evanston, IL NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL INSTITUTE Programs in media arts, music, dance, theatre arts, film, video, journalism, forensics and debate. For information: call 800 662-NHSI or www.northwestern.edu/nhsi NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC INSTITUTE www.music.northerwestern.edu/nhsmi
OBERLIN CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC Ohio Numerous offerings in electronic and computer music, performance, vocal and instrumental. For more information: call 440-775-8044 or www.oberlin.edu/con/summer
OTIS COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN Los Angeles, CA Summer of Art in Los Angeles, is an intensive 4 week pre-college program for students, ages 15 and older, who wish to experience art and design in an art college environment. For information 800-527-6847 or www.otis.edu
PAIER COLLEGE OF ART Hamden, CT Offers day classes for an 8-week session. For information: call 203-287-3031 or www.paiercollegeofart.edu
PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN-NYC Classes offered in graphic design, animation, architecture, etc. For information: call 212-229-5140 or www.parsons.edu
PRATT SUMMER IN NEW YORK CITY Brooklyn, NY Pre-college program in art, design and architecture for students who have completed their sophomore, junior or senior year of high school. For information: call 718-636-3453 or www.pratt.edu/precollege
PUTNEY SCHOOL Putney, VT Summer program offers special opportunities for students to choose and pursue interests in the visual and performing arts, writing, English as a second language, several areas of music, and a farm and garden program. For information: call 802-387-6297 or www.putneyschool.org/summer
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN Providence, RI Course offerings include 17 programs in art and design with each session running for 4 weeks. For information: call 800-364-7473 or www.risd.edu
RIDGEFIELD ACADEMY Ridgefield, CT Summer Broadway Experience is an intensive theatre workshop for students in Grades 6-10. For information: call 203-984-1800 ext.147 or www.ridgefieldacademy.com
RINGLING SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN Sarasota, Florida Program at one of the premier visual art and design colleges for high school juniors and seniors. For information: call 800- 255-7695 or www.ringling.edu
ROCHESTER, UNIVERSITY OF Rochester NY
23 A three week residential program with a variety of course offerings in astronomy, criminal law, digital art, engineering, filmmaking, journalism, sports marketing, writing and many more. For information call 585-275-2344 or www.rochester.edu/college/osp
SAN FRANCISCO ART INSTITUTUE Pre-college program in Digital Animation, Drawing, Filmmaking, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Visual Communication Video and Performance. Student can earn up to 5 units of college credit. For information call 415-749-4554 or www.sfai.edu
SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN Savannah, Georgia Rising Star is a five-week program open to students who have completed their junior year of high school and are interested in pursuing an education and career in the visual and performing arts, design, building arts, or the history of art and architecture. For information: call 800-8697223 or www.scad.edu SCAD Summer Seminars – is a one week program offered at three different times. High school students may select from a variety of workshops for a week full of art, fun and friendship. Housing, meals, supplies and activities are included. For information: call 800-869-7223 or www.scad.edu
SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO Chicago, ILL Early College program courses for high school students offered in two sessions. For information: call 312-899-7458 or www.artic.edu/saic/ecp
SCHOOL OF THE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS Boston, MA Pre-college Summer Studio A 5 week exploration into painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, installation and media art. For information call: 617-269-1219 or www.smfa.edu/pre-college
SCHOOL OF THE VISUAL ARTS New York,NY Pre-college program for high school students who want to enhance their creative skills, learn about a particular field of art, and develop a portfolio. For information: call 800-436-4204 or www.schoolofvisualarts.edu
SILVERMINE SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN New Canaan, CT For information: call 203-966-9700 or www.silvermineart.org
SKIDMORE SUMMER ART AND MUSIC INSTITUTE Saratoga Springs, NY AP Art courses offered on the Saratoga Springs, NY campus. Performance tapes must be included with application. For information: call 518-580-5052, or www.skidmore.edu
SNOW FARM Williamsburg, MA Snow Farm is a hands-on, intensive summer and art for both the newcomer and veteran of the art world. It is an opportunity to be part of a small community of people joined by a common interest in creativity. For information: call 413 268-3101, or www.snowfarm.org
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA-USC Academic summer programs for middle school and high school students. For information, call 213 740-5679 or www.usc.edu/summer . School of Architecture- Exploration of architecture, program in July. For information, call 213 740-2723 or www.usc.edu/summer .
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STUDIO ARTS CENTERS INTERNATIONAL (SACI) Florence Italy Complete programs in studio art, design, art history, art conservation, and related cultural subjects. For information: call 212-984-5548 or www.saci-florence.org
SUMMER YOUTH MUSIC SCHOOL Durham, NH University of New Hampshire. For information: call UNH Dept. of Music at 603-862-2404 or www.unh.edu/music/syms.htm
SUNY at PURCHASE, Purchase, NY A full array of summer courses in the liberal arts and sciences and the visual arts are available. For information call 914-252-6500 or www.purchase.edu/ce/summer/
U.S. PERFORMING ARTS. & MEDIA CAMPS Theatre dance and media programs held at many college campuses throughout the country. For information call 888-497-3553 or www.usperformingartscamps.com
VISUAL ARTS INSTITUTE Purchase, NY Unique opportunity to explore the visual arts with the guidance of practicing artists in the superb studios of the School of Art + Design at Purchase College. This pre-college foundation program is designed for the high school student with a special interest in the visual arts (all levels of experience are welcome). For information: call 914-251-650 or www.purchase.edu/departments/academicprograms/ce/summer
WALNUT HILL, Boston, MA Intensive summer programs in the arts for students from around the world. For information call: 508 650-5020 or www.walnuthillarts.org
WESTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY Danbury, CT The WCSU Summer String Camp and the WCSU Summer Band & Jazz Camp are one-week residential camps for string players and instrumentalists in grades 5-12. In addition to ensemble work, students receive sectional coaching with masters who specialize in an instrument. For information call 203-837-8614 or www.wcsu.edu/summermusic
WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE The Apprentice program is designed to provide High School students exposure to theatre through practical work with actors, designers and technicians. For information: call 203-227-5137 or www.westportplayhouse.com/education
WOOSTER COMMUNITY ART CENTER Danbury, CT Large variety of workshops offered for ages 5- 17. For information: call 203-744-4825 or www.wcaconline.net
WYOMING SEMINARY, Kingston PA Summer at the Seminary. Programs include, college prep, performing arts, dance and music theatre. For more information call 570-270-2186 or www.wyomingseminary.org
YALE UNIVERSITY New Haven CT Summer Film Institute Two sessions available For information call 203-436-4668 or www.yale.edu/summer/courses/filmstudies
YOUNG FILMMAKERS ACADEMY Los Angeles, CA Workshops at Brentwood School for students age 9-17. Also study abroad programs in film. For information: call 310-259-1906 or www.youngfilmmakers.org
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YPI A co-educational summer camp at the Suffield Academy in Suffield, CT, offering one and two week workshops for young people in grades 6-12 who are interested in the creative arts. Master teachers work in small group settings with kids at all levels of accomplishment, pointing them in undreamed-of directions. www.ypicamp.org
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ACADIA UNIVERSITY Nova Scotia Canada Discovery Quest is a program for students to assist them in career planning, entrepreneurial thinking, interest assessments, environmental consideration and technology. For information call 902-585-1155 or www.acadiau.ca
AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ADVENTURES Get a head start on college. Study the Spanish language and culture in Seville, Spain or Italian in Florence, Italy while earning college credit. Pre-college program at Univ. of Wisconsin is also offered. For information: call 800-509-7867 or www.acasummer.com
THE AMERICAN SCHOOL IN ENGLAND See TASIS listed below for information.
THE AMERICAN SCHOOL IN SWITZERLAND See TASIS listed below for information
AFS INTERCULTURAL PROGRAMS (FORMERLY, THE AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE) Is an international high school exchange program offering opportunities worldwide. For example: AFS USA Reciprocal France Program – is a six-week, summer immersion program where U.S. and French high school students immerse themselves in language, culture, community and family. For information: call 800-AFS -INFO or www.afs.org/USA
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN STUDY-England, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, China Summer Advantage These study abroad programs provide high school students with a taste of university life before they enroll in college, earn college credit and a chance to strengthening their foreign language skills. European Art and Architecture Travel to London, Paris, Venice, Florence, and Rome to experience the art and architecture of each of these cities. For information: call 800-913-7151 ext.5170 or www.summeradvantage.com or call 800-727-2437 or www.aifs.com
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF PARIS See Summer Study Programs listed below for information.
ACADEMIC STUDY ASSOCIATES Cultural immersion programs for high school students in Spain, France and Italy. For information: 800-752-2250 or www.asaprograms.com
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BRIDGES Spain Bridges provides an exciting opportunity for a small group of high school students to learn Spanish in Spain. The five-week program offers an enriching home stay experience, classroom-based language instruction as well as a variety of cultural activities and excursions. For information: call 800-270-6260 or www.bridgesstudyabroad.com
BROADREACH Focus is on self-discovery, pride of accomplishment, individual initiative, and group dynamics through international travel. For information: call 919-256-8200 or www.gobroadreach.com To apply go to www.broadreachfoundation.org
CAMBRIDGE PREP EXPERIENCE Cambridge, England. (See Oxbridge Programs) Open to current 8th and 9th graders. An academic program as well as cultural enrichment and sports at Cambridge University. For information: call 800-828-8349 or www.oxbridgeprograms.com
THE CAMBRIDGE TRADITION (For information see Oxbridge Academic Programs)
CCI SUMMER ACADEMY ITALY CCI The Renaissance School is a coeducational boarding high school located in Lanciano, Italy which offers a 4 week summer program for 10th to 12th grade students. Courses in Italian, English, Visual Arts, History, and Biology are offered. For information: call 800-422-0548 or www.ccilanciano.com
CLOUD FOREST ADVENURES Washington DC Learn Spanish, explore the Cloud Forest Experience Nicaraguan Culture. Three week programs. For information call 203-216-2308 or www.cloudforestadventures.com
COLLEGE de BOIS-de-BOULOGNE Montreal, Canada Summer session open to students 16 and older. Study French while taking advantage of the resources of Montreal. For information: call 514-332-3044 or www.collegebdeb.qc.ca/langues/
COLLEGE CEVENOL Lyon, France Two weeks of intensive French in summer school, requirement is two years of high school French prior to participation. Or three week international summer work camp for high school seniors. For information: or www.cevenolfriends.org
COLLEGE SAINT-CHARLES-GARNIER Quebec, Canada French summer program consisting of formal and informal language instruction. Skills are learned through the communicative approach in Quebec’s rich cultural context. For information: call 418-681-0107 ext. 305 or www.collegegarnier.qc.ca/international
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY NY The Barcelona Experience is a summer high school program for entering 11th and 12th grade students. Opportunity to examine history, art and urban development of Barcelona. Pre-college enrichment programs for grades 9-12 at Columbia University For information call 212-854-9699 or www.ce.columbia.edu/hs
UNIVERSITY OF DALLAS Dallas, Texas Summer study abroad for high school students. Explore the culture of medieval Britain through a 3 week program in England. Example: “King Arthur in England.” Scholarships are available for many of the
27 programs. For information: call 972-721-5181 or www.udallas.edu/travel
EDUCATIONAL TOURS- EF Tours throughout the world and North America, summer travel. For information: call 800-637-8222 for international travel and 800-503-2323 for North American travel or www.eftours.com
EDUESPANA- Spain Spanish Language courses, and preparation for AP Spanish exam as well as opportunity to discover Spain’s diverse cultural heritage and traditions for high school students. For information www.sgci.mec.es/usa/ap-spanish
ENFOREX Spain Spanish summer programs in language instruction, sports, activities, and cultural experience. For information call 349-1594-3776 or www.enforex.es
EXPERIMENT IN INTERNATIONAL LIVING Eighteen countries on five continents. Programs can provide intense immersion in daily culture, community service, and development of global perspective to tackle international ecological problems. Develop the ability to contribute effectively to international understanding and global development. For information: call 800-345-2929 or www.usexperiment.org
FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY New program for high school students in Florence and Syracuse, Italy. Study, travel and earn college credits. For information: 203-454-4332 or or www.fairfield.edu/sce/studyabroad
GLOBAL WORKS, INC. See also Community Service section Not for profit organization that provides community service, language learning and adventure travel programs in Canada. For information: call 814-867-7000 or www.globalworksinc.com
I.D.TECH CAMPS Numerous locations including Sacred Heart Univ., Princeton, Vassar College, Villanova and Spain. Weeklong day and overnight technology programs for students. Courses utilize some of the biggest names in technology-Microsoft, Apple HP. Adobe, Canon, Macromedia, and many others. For information: call 888-709-TECH ext. 8324 or www.internalDrive.com
INTERN EXCHANGE INTERNATIONAL, LTD London, England Broad range of career internships in archaeology, architecture, art, finance, community/social services, hotel management, law, medicine, photography, public relations, and genealogy. Also in fashion and design, film and video, journalism, photography, radio broadcasting and theater. For information: call 561-477-2434 or www.internexchange.com
INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL ADVENTURES Newton MA Cultural, Educational and Volunteer Service Experiences in the Himalayas, Andes and beyond. For information call 888-339-0460 or www.ICAdventures.com
INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR SERIES A collaborative program of experimental learning and cultural immersion through community service for students from countries worldwide. For information call 802-362-5855. When asked for PIN, punch 01. or www.study-serve.org
L’ACADEMIE de PARIS For information see Oxbridge Academic Programs
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LANGUAGE STUDIES ABROAD Offers high school program during the summer. Study Spanish in Mexico. For information: call 800-424-5522 or www.languagestudiesabroad.com
LEYSIN AMERICAN SCHOOL IN SWITZERLAND Summer in Switzerland featuring languages, creative arts, alpine sports and fun, and European tours and excursions. For information: call 888-642-4142 or www.las.ch
NACEL INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL EXCHANGES Two to seven week programs promoting international understanding and language education. Includes home stay and/or sports programs. For information: call 800-622-3553 or www.nacelopendoor.org
OXBRIDGE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS / ACADEMIE DE PARIS A summer programs for teachers and students grades 10-12. and grades 8-9 Oxford Prep Experience Oxford University Cambridge University Academie de Paris La Academia de Espana L’Academie de La Mediterranee For information: call 800-828-8349or http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com
OXFORD, UNIVERSITY OF, ST. HUGH’S COLLEGE Oxford, England Three weeks program at a constituent college of Oxford. The general theme of study is the humanities in Great Britain from the 18th century to the present. Students live in college and attend lectures by Fellows of St. Hugh’s College and other member of the Univ. of Oxford. Lectures are reinforced by academically-related activities in and around Oxford and other related sites. For information www.st-hughs.ox.ac.uk or www.sthughs-summerschool.info
OXFORD ADVANCED STUDIES PROGRAM Oxford, England Somerville College An academic program held at Somerville College. A selection of subjects are offered and taught by British graduate teachers. Also the program offers cultural visits. For information call 203- 966-2886 or www.oasp.ac.uk
PUTNEY STUDENT TRAVEL- EXCEL For program information see EXCEL SUMMER EXPERIENCE listed in Academic Section For information call 802-387-5000 or www.goputney.com
RASSIAS Using the Rassias method, learn French or Spanish in a 6-week home stay study program abroad. For information: call 603-643-3007 or www.sover.net/~raissias
SERVICE LEARNING IN BARCELONA (International Seminar Series) A program of cultural immersion through community service. July 2-27. Spanish Language and study in Art & Architecture, Politics & History or Writing & Literature. For information call 802-362-5855 or email [email protected] . Website www.study- serve.org
SERVICE LEARNING IN PARIS (International Seminar Series) A program of cultural immersion through community service. July 2-27. French Language and study in Art & Architecture, Politics & History or Writing & Literature. For information call 802-362-5855 or email [email protected] . Website www.study-serve.org
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SOJOURNS ABROAD Fifteen week (fall or spring) semester of five week summer session. Sojourn Barcelona, Sojourn Paris and Siena Sojourn. For more information visit the website at www.sojournsabroad.org, telephone # 415-332-1831.
UNIVERSITY OF ST. ANDREWS Scotland Program is designed to give students a college-level academic experience in Scottish Studies, creative writing and more to choose from. For information: call 011-44-1334- 462238 or www.standrews.ac.uk/services/admissions
STUDIO ARTS CENTERS INTERNATIONAL (SACI) Florence Italy Complete programs in studio art, design, art history, art conservation, Italian language, creative writing and related cultural subjects. Information filed in folder under art/music programs. For information: call 212-984-5548 or www.saci-florence.org
SUMMER DISCOVERY/MUSIKER TOURS For program information see SUMMER DISCOVERY listed in Academic Section. For information www.summerfun.com
SUMMER STAYS INTERNATIONAL Students can spend two weeks to one year with a welcoming host family in a variety of countries from France Spain, Japan, New Zealand and many more summer programs can include language classes and fun excursions. For information call 800-274-6007 or www.summerstays.org
SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS Paris, France Offers over 60 courses in areas such as art history, European cultural studies, economics, international affairs and business, languages and much more. Programs offer students the unique opportunity to “taste” college life in a relaxed summertime atmosphere and be immersed in the charm and culture of France. Includes weekend excursions. For information: call 800-666-2556 or www.summerstudy.com
TASIS Opportunities for travel and sports while studying. Earn academic credit or take enrichment courses in Switzerland, England, or Spain. For information: call U.S. office: 202-965-5800 or www.tasis.com .
TAUCK WORLD DISCOVERY Westport, CT See Europe’s most exciting cities. For information call 800-468-2825 or www.tauck.com
WINDSOR MOUNTAIN INTERNATIONAL Hillsborough, NH Formerly Interlocken Many programs of world travel, community service in North America, Caribbean, Central/South America, Asia and Africa, bridge year programs and summer camp with international participants. For information: 603-478-3166 or www.WindsorMountain.org
WORLD HORIZONS INTERNATIONAL P.O. Box 662, Bethlehem, CT 06751 A non-profit, non-denominational, cross-cultural exchange and community service program for American and Canadian high school and college students. For information: call 203-266-5874 or 800- 262-5874 or www.world-horizons.com
YOUTH FOR UNDERSTANDING Youth Exchange Program. Scholarship recipients will spend the summer in a foreign country, living with a host family and immersing themselves in the culture. For information: call 800-TEENAGE or www.yfu.org
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AMERICA’S ADVENTURE VENTURES EVERYWHERE Organized summer tours of America’s west and international travel. For information call: 800 222 3595 or www.aave.com
CASTERBRIDGE TOURS Leader in educational travel. For information: call 800-522-2398 or www.casterbridgetours.com
EDUCATIONAL TOURS- EF Tours throughout the world and North America, summer travel. For information: call 800-637-8222 for international travel or 800-503-2323 for North American travel. or www.eftours.com
MUSIKER TOURS – SUMMER DISCOVERY National and international teen travel tours. Ranging from three – six weeks. For information call 888-878-6637 or www.summerfun.com
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THE ALLIANCE FOR LIVING New London, CT has paid internships for graduating seniors and college freshman and sophomores. 25 hours per week for 6 weeks, $10.00 per hour. Closing date for applications: May 11, 2007. For information call 860-447-0884 or email [email protected]
CAREER EXPLORATIONS Morristown, NJ A residential summer internship program for high school students. Offers a month long opportunity to work closely with a professional in your field of interest through a full-time internship. Experience city life and culture choose from New York or Boston. For information call 973-455-1478 or www.ceinternships.com
LEAN://GAP Boston MA LeanGap is a 6-week intensive summer program that empowers high school students to build their own companies. With resources from business leaders and top institutions, LeanGap helps students develop their ideas from concept to successful launch. For more information email: [email protected] Apply on www.leangap.com
JULIAN KRINSKY CAREER BUILDERS Philadelphia PA Opportunity for juniors and seniors to explore work in a chosen field and to live on campus at the Univ. of Pennsylvania. Choose from 3, 4 and 7 week sessions. For information call 866-879-5527 or www.jkcp.com
VALLEY SHORE YMCA SMMER CIT & TEEN LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Westbrook, CT
31 This one-week long teen leadership program gives young leaders the skills, confidence and opportunities to learn and practice leadership. Some highlights of the program include: Job experience field trips to local businesses, mock interviews with business professionals, self-defense training, CPR & First Aid training, design and run a community service program, a written evaluation at the end of the program. This program is grant funded and only requires a $20 commitment fee with the application. Applications available in the Guidance Office. Or [email protected]
WASHINGTON WORKSHOPS Washington, DC The Washington Workshops arranges Congressional internships or politically related office assignments throughout our nation’s capital. The program can be taken in three week or longer segments. For information call 202-965-3434 or www.workshops.org
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4 STAR SUMMER CAMPS at the University of Virginia Senior Program for student entering grades 10 11 and 12. A variety of offerings such as writing, study skills, math, SAT prep and more. For information call 800-334-7827 or www.4starcamps.com
ADVENTURE BOUND New England’s only youth and family adventure resort. Offers programs that combine adventure, fun and hands-on learning that foster teamwork, trust and personal growth. For information: call 888-606-7238 or www.adv-bound.com
ADVENTURE LINKS SAT preparatory camps and teen wilderness expeditions. For information: call 800-877-0954 or www.adventurelinks.net
ADVENTURES CROSS-COUNTRY ARCC offers students adventures spanning the globe. Programs include: Multi-sport adventures Blue water adventures Geographic adventures For information call 800-767-2722 or www.adventurescrosscountry.com
ALFRED UNIVERSITY NY Equestrian Camps create a wonderful opportunity for all levels of riders from beginners through advanced. Campers can bring their own horse or use horses at camp which will be assigned and the rider will care for the horse while there. Swim Camp is designed to enhance the technical aspects of stroke, training and the strategies needed for each camper to compete at the top level of competitive swimming.
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AMERICAS ADVENTURES A variety of programs both domestic and foreign with an emphasis on community service projects and contributions to the environment and the communities visited. For information call 800-222-3595or www.aave.com
AMERICAN LEGION CONNETICUT STATE POLICE Wethersfield, CT The program, a law enforcement practicum for high school students completing their junior year in 2007 will be held at the State Police Training Academy in Meriden, CT. The program provides insight in the training duties and expectation of officers, with realistic experience as well. For information call 860-296-0719
AMERICAN MARITIME STUDIES Mystic, CT Mystic Seaport would be your campus while you earn college credit. Anyone interested in immersing themselves in maritime history may apply. For information: call 860-572-5359 ext. 4 or www.mysticseaport.org
AMERICORPS (National Civilian Community Corps) Offers year-round opportunities to a wide range of students ages 18-24 earn an educational award. Live and work together in teams of 10-12, traveling throughout a region working on projects. For information: call 800-942-2677 or www.americorps.org
CAMP ANYTOWN: NATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY AND JUSTICE-Colebrook, CT A five-day social justice, community building and leadership camp for high school age youth. Attracts a diverse group of over 60 high school student from Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Students explore topics like racism, sexism and oppression, and prepare to make social change in their communities. For information: call 860-683-1039 or email Kelly Benkert at [email protected]
AWESOME ADVENTURES - MOUNTAIN WORKSHOP-Ridgefield, CT A summer adventure camp for ages 8-17. They will be the liaison to the outdoors, providing dynamic staff, equipment and programming. For more information 203-544-0555 ext 11 or www.A2Outdoors.com
BRIDGEWATER COLLEGE Bridgewater, VA Workshops and activities focused on team building, communication skills, ethical empowerment and creative problem solving. For information call 540-828-5680 or www.bridgewater.edu
CAPITOL HILL YOUTH LEADERSHIP FORUM Washington, D.C. Through engagement with leading experts and scholars in the nation’s capitol, top high school students focus on legislative and judicial processes and how they interact. For information: 202-319-6871 or [email protected] or www.summerdebate.cua.edu/leadership
CEDAR ISLAND MARINA RESEARCH LAB Clinton, CT Dedicated to marine research and environmental education. For information 860-669-8681 ext. 19 or www.cimresearchlab.com
COACHES PURDUE GOLF SCHOOL West Lafayette, IN Designed to expose serious young golfers areas 11 – 18 to collegiate golf through interaction with top coaches and players, and to prepare them through instruction, academic enhancement and goal setting. For information: call 800-319-2197 or www.conf.purdue.edu/camps/sports
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COLORADO OUTWARD BOUND For information: www.outwardbound.com or www.cobs.org
CONSERVATION WORK CREWS Largest and oldest provider of national and community conservation service opportunities, outdoor education, and career training for youth. You will have the opportunity to change lives through service to nature. For information: call 603-543-1700 or www.theSCA.org
DYNAMY Combination of Outward Bound and an internship based Dynamy work program. The Outward Bound program challenges you to push your limits as you adventure in a small patrol in the wilderness. In your Dynamy internship you work side by side with professionals learning to take responsibility and setting personal goals. For information: call 508-755-2571 or www.dynamy.org
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT CENTER AT VAL-KILL A Girl’s Leadership Workshop for high school girls entering 10th and 11th grades. Applicants need to be serious students who have demonstrated an understanding of the importance of community service, civic commitment, and social justice. For information: call 845-229-5302 or www.ervk.org
HAMILTON COLLEGE Clinton NY Boys Instructional Lacrosse Camp. Top flight instruction from outstanding coaches in a positive, exciting fun teaching environment. For information call 315-859-4531 or www.hamilton.edu/athletics/summercamps.html
HIDDEN VALLEY COMMUNITY Freedom, Maine High School students will develop leadership ability in three environments- learning skills from professional trainers within a small group, working with young children at Hidden Valley Camp, and volunteering for community service projects in nearby rural town. For information call 800-922-6737 or www.hiddenvalleyteens.com
INTERNATIONAL CULTURAL ADVENTURES Newton MA Cultural, Educational and Volunteer Service Experiences in the Himalayas, Andes and beyond. For information call 888-339-0460 or www.ICAdventures.com
INTERNATIONAL YOUTH DEMOCRACY SUMMIT Sponsored by: The University of Virginia, the Jamestown 400th Commemoration Commission and Presidential Classroom. This one-week program provides students an opportunity to attend a series of historic events, participate in debates about the rise of democracy the world over and interact with leading historians and civil activists through a series of educational seminars. For information call 800-441-6533 or www.IYDS.net
JUNIOR STATESMAN SUMMER SCHOOL This offering includes a challenging, dynamic, academic experience to students who have a passion for politics and government. 3-4 week sessions offered at Georgetown University, Princeton, Yale, Stamford and Northwestern. For information: call 800-334-5353 or www.jsa.org
LANDMARK COLLEGE Nation’s premier college for students with ADHD, dyslexia, and other specific learning disabilities offers a six-week summer session program for students trying to balance the demands of being a college athlete.
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LANDMARK VOLUNTEERS Offers the opportunity to spend two weeks working at one of many important historical, cultural, environmental or social service institutions across the United States. For information: call 800-955-1178 or 413-229-0255 or www.volunteers.com or www.landmarksummer.org
MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY Two one week sessions, where Academy faculty instruct students in sailing, rowing, power boat handling, meteorology, navigation and much more. Learn about careers on or near the water. For information: call 207- 326-2211 or www.mainemaritime.edu
MAINE PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP Workshops in photography, film, video, 3D animation, comic book art and stories, seacoast ecology adventures for high school students who are enthusiastic about their medium. The academic partner is Rockport College. For information: 877-577-7700 or www.TheWorkshops.com
MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER SERVICES The Summer Student Program is a volunteer program for students ages 14 and older and runs from the last week in June through the end of August. A variety of volunteer opportunities, both patient and non-patient related, are available at Middlesex Hospital as well as the Middlesex Medical Centers in Essex and Marlborough. Volunteers are also welcome at the hospital’s Thrift Shops in Old Saybrook, the Homecare Office and the Outpatient Center on Saybrook Road. For information: call 860-344-6735 or www.middlesexhealth.org
MOUNT HOLYOKE SUMMER ACTION A two-week leadership program for idealistic high school women who want to make the world a better place. Held during July at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, MA. For information: 413-538-3500, or email [email protected] . To apply online: www.mtholyoke.edu/summeraction
MT HOOD SKI CAMP Oregon Race training all summer for advanced USSA racers, High School racers and those who want to learn to race. Must love skiing and bring a desire to improve. High School teams come from all over the country. For information call 503-3377-2230 or www.mthood.com
NATIONAL CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY AND JUSTICE OF CONNECTICUT AND WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS, INC.—ANYTOWN A week-long residential program designed to educate, liberate and empower youth participants (Delegates) to become effective, responsible leaders and community builders in our pluralistic society. Through interactive workshops, games and discussion, Delegates at ANYTOWN will be given the chance to grow and learn as individuals, and as part of a community. Delegates will learn about social justice and how it applies to them and the communities where they live. For information: Kelly Benkert, Youth Program Specialist 860-683-1039 x 102 or www.nccjctwma.org
NATIONAL YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Teen centered program for young students interested in providing positive leadership. Learn how to design and implement drug prevention projects in your own school and community. For information: call 614-224-4506 or www.y2yint.com
NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR LEADERSHIP AND ETHICS Six-day leadership forums. Students are nominated and then accepted into the program. Forums include dynamic field trips and career exploration activities in NYC.
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NORTH AMERICAN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Experience whitewater rafting for one day or one weekend. Programs offered for student’s ages 10 to 16. For information: call 800-RAPIDS-9 or www.nawhitewater.com
NORWICH UNIVERSITY Northfield VT Future Leader Camp is designed for high school students interested in further developing their leadership skills. For information call 802-485-2531 or www.norwich.edu/flc
OFFENSE-DEFENSE FOOTBALL CAMP The longest running contact football camp in the nation. For information: call 203-256-1111 or www.offensedefense.com
OUTWARD BOUND Scholarship Program Challenging wilderness program for teens including kayaking, canoeing, rock climbing. Participants are selected based on individual merit and receive full scholarship support to attend the program. For further information please contact: Cara Branesky at 888-837-5211 ext 4 or [email protected]. Summer Program Over 500 wilderness expedition in North America and beyond. For information call 866-467-7641 or www.outwardboundwilderness.org
OVERLAND Offers young people hiking, mountain biking and bicycle touring opportunities in the world’s most beautiful places includes the Sierras, the Northern Rockies, the Swiss Alps, Colorado, New England, Cape Cod, Europe. Accredited by the American Camping Association. For information: call 413-458-9672 or www.overlandadventures.com
PRESIDENTIAL CLASSROOM Alexandria, VA One-week offerings that prepare young leaders for responsible citizenship and provides outstanding high school students the chance to explore the American political process first hand. For information: call 800-441-6533, or www.presidentialclassroom.org
THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED Adventures for young people through the great American West and Alaska, hiking, rock climbing, etc. Cross-cultural community service programs For more information: call 800-939-9839 or www.theroadlesstraveled.com
SAIL CARIBBEAN A program to introduce teens from all over the world to living and sailing on the water including advanced SCUBA and Marine Exploration. For information: call 800-321-0994 or www.sailcaribbean.com
SEA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION A variety of challenging and enriching programs in Woods Hole, Mass. and Maine that explore numerous topics in ocean study combining both on-campus study ashore with hands-on experience at sea. For information: call 800-552-3633, ext 770 or www.sea.edu
STATE POLICE YOUTH WEEK Meriden CT
36 For students who have completed Junior year. For information call 860-953-4345
SUMMER DISCOVERY/MUSIKER TOURS Summer adventure tours and community service opportunities in U.S., Canada and Europe, 21 to 42 days. For information: call 888-878-6637 or www.summerfun.com
TILTON SUMMER LEARNING EXPEDITIONS: THE CONNECTICUT RIVER Three week expedition from the source of the Connecticut River on the Canadian border to its mouth in the Long Island Sound. Curriculum will foster learning in the disciplines of environmental science, anthropology and history, developing strength in critical thinking, written and verbal communication and team work. Topics studied will include local government, land use, conservation efforts, energy production and immigration. Students will also visit prominent colleges and top employers along the river. Two 3-week long sessions will run in early summer. For information visit www.tiltonschool.org/theriver
U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO Summer sports, language and science camps are available for high school students. For information: http://airforcesports.ocsn.com/camps/afa-camps.html
U.S. ARMY RESERVE The Army Reserve Alternate Training Program enables students to continue their high school or vocational studies while receiving paid training during two consecutive summers. Space limited. For information: www.goarmy.com
U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY New London, CT Academy introduction mission project -AIM six day program for qualified high school juniors for a week offers intense Coast Guard and military experiences, allowing students to observe the traditions of the academy first hand, and assess the benefits of a potential career in the U.S. coast guard. For information: www.CGA.edu
U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT. West Point, NY Summer Leaders Program. Two one week sessions are offered by West Point to highly motivated juniors who are interested in experiencing cadet life. For information call 845-938-4041 or http://forms.admissions.usma.edu/AL
U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY Annapolis, MD One-week summer seminars at the U.S. Naval Academy. Experience life as a Midshipman and explore future opportunities. Workshops include sciences, language, politics, history, engineering and sailing. For information: contact Dean of Admissions, U. S. Naval Academy, 117 Decatur Rd., Annapolis, MD; call 410-293-4361 or www.USNA.edu
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA Charlottesville, VA Four-Star Academics plus pre-college camp for students entering grades 10 thru 12. Two two-week sessions plus a one-week mini-session. For information: call 800-334-STAR, or www.4starcamps.com
VISIONS AND DREAMS Massachusetts and Costa Rica Three separate programs, one in Massachusetts and two in Costa Rica. For information: 347-451-8795 or www.visionsdreams.org
VISIONS INTERNATIONAL Visions is a blend of service work, outdoor adventure and intercultural activities available in the US, Caribbean, British Virgin Islands and West Indies. Community service is the focus of most days with
37 time set aside for challenging and fun activities such as rock climbing, rafting, riding, snorkeling and scuba diving. For information: call 800-818-9283, 717-567-7313 or www.visionsserviceAdventures.com
WASHINGTON WORKSHOPS FOUNDATION Three-Six week leadership seminars that deal with issues of Congressional politics and American national government and diplomacy and international relations. For information: call 800 368-5688 or www.workshops.org
WOODWARD CAMP FOR GYMNASTICS, CHEERLEADING, TUMBLING/TRAMPOLINE Gymnastics program instruction- up to 7 hours available every day for beginner through High School and competitive gymnasts Cheerleading program- team or individual programs available Tumbling/Trampoline program-team or individual programs available for all abilities, up to seven hours a day in 3 gymnasiums. Additional activities include horseback riding, swimming, volleyball, driving range, arts and crafts as well as evening social activities. For information: call 814-349-5633 or www.campwoodward.com
WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR An international service and youth project for service organizations and schools at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Spend a week discussing world issues with 1,400 students from different parts of the world. For information: call 888-404-4049 or www.uww.edu/conteduc/world.htm
WORLD HORIZONS INTERNATIONAL A cross-cultural, community service program for teens from all over the world. Activities include, hiking, visits to local homes and individual internships as well as community projects. For information: call 800-262-5874, 203-266-5874 or www.world-horizons.com
YMCA BECKET CHIMNEY CORNERS Outdoor education and Leadership Development Programs. Programs are designed to encourage students to learn about the natural world around them, while at the same time strengthening peer bonds and developing leadership potential. These goals are reached using experiential learning principles. For more information: 413-623-8991 ext107 or www.bccymca.org/seasons
CAMP CHINGACHGOOK A variety of outdoor education programs including environmental awareness, adventure education, life skills, wilderness expeditions and recreation. Located on beautiful Lake George. For information call 518-656-9462 or www.chingachgook.org
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CAMP CLARE 15 Oakland Avenue Old Lyme, CT 06371 Contact: Camp Director Elizabeth Owen-Mishou at [email protected] or 888-582-2622 www.campclare.org
38 CAMP HAZEN 204 West Main Street Chester, CT 06412 860-526-9529 Office email: [email protected] Camp Director: Kath Davies [email protected] Executive Director: Denise Learned [email protected]
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT 409 Main Street Niantic, CT 06357 www.childrensmuseumsect.org 860-691-1111
CHRIST THE KING CHURCH 1 McCurdy Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 Contact: [email protected] or call 860-434-1669
COMMON GOOD GARDENS (Provides vegetables for Shoreline Soup Kitchens) Located behind Grace Church on Main Street in Old Saybrook Contact Claudia Vannes at 860-526-3459 or email her at [email protected] or call Linda Glough at 860-601-0446
CONNECTICUT AUDUBON SOCIETY P.O. Box 62 12 Halls Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 Phone: 860-598-4218 Fax: 860-390-6252 www.ctaudubon.org Offering volunteer opportunities for high school students, primarily in the summer to help out with summer camp programs.
DUCK RIVER GARDEN CLUB Old Lyme, CT Contact President Barbara Rayel at 860-434-2354 or [email protected] FLORENCE GRISWOLD MUSEUM 96 Lyme Street Old Lyme, CT 06371 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: Staffing the Education Center, preparing and distributing painting supplies to participants of programs, demonstrating how to mix colors using paints, handing out information about the Museum’s public programs, and cleaning the art making supplies. Contacts: Shawn Savage, Volunteer Coordinator 860-434-5542, ext 112 [email protected] Molly Clark, Museum Educator 860-434-5542, ext. 113 [email protected] www.flogris.org
39 FORGOTTEN FELINES (Located in Westbrook) P.O. Box 734 Clinton, CT 06413 Volunteer opportunities for students 18 years of age and older in the following areas: Cleaning of cat areas and litter boxes, handling and socializing kittens and cats, grooming. Contact: Kristen Goeters, Volunteer Coordinator 860-669-1347 [email protected]
GOODSPEED PLAYHOUSE 6 Main Street East Haddam, CT 06423 The Goodspeed Guild is a volunteer organization dedicated to supporting Goodspeed Musicals’ operations and productions. Contact Amy Campbell at 203-494-7328
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Youth Programs Coordinator Phone: 800-HABITAT, ext. 2412 Email: [email protected]
HIGH HOPES THERAPEUTIC RIDING, INC. 36 Town Woods Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 Volunteer opportunities in the following areas for students 14 years of age and older to assist children and adults with special needs: Preparing horses for sessions, leading horses in classes, walking along with riders (side walking), and assisting with the horses’ daily care & feeding. Contact: High Hopes Volunteer Coordinator 860-434-1974, ext. 121 www.highhopestr.org
IVORYTON PLAYHOUSE 103 Main Street Ivoryton, CT 06442 Foundation Address: 22 Main Street Centerbrook, CT 06409 Foundation Phone: 860-767-9520 [email protected]
THE KATHERINE HEPBURN CULTURAL ARTS CENTER “THE KATE” 300 Main Street Old Saybrook, CT 06457 The Kate volunteer guild provides volunteer services in many aspects of The Kate. Contact: [email protected]
LAWRENCE AND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER SERVICES Contact Jamie Nadeau at 860-442-0711 ext.2475
40 LITERACY VOLUNTEERS, VALLEY SHORE, INC. 25 Middlesex Turnpike Essex, CT 06426 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: Provide coverage when paid office staff are not present, work on mailings, filing and other clerical tasks, and work at the Book Sale (Friday afternoons). Contact: Maryellen Jewett, Volunteer Coordinator 860-767-1202 [email protected] http://vsliteracy.org
LYME ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS 84 Lyme Street Old Lyme, CT 06413 Contact Charles Orcutt, Director of Facilities at [email protected] or call him at 860-434- 3571 ext.136
LYME ART ASSOCIATION 90 Lyme Street Old Lyme, CT 06371 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: Welcoming guests of the Gallery at the front desk, help receive paintings for upcoming exhibitions, help with layout and hanging of exhibitions, help decorate, greet and play music at opening receptions, help with the set-up and clean-up of opening receptions and events, and help with spring & fall clean-ups in the outdoor gardens and landscapes. Contact: Krissa Ressler, Volunteer Coordinator 860-434-7802 [email protected] www.lymeartassociation.org
LYME FIRE DEPARTMENT Contact Mr. Kurt Fischer at 860-434-8433
LYME LAND CONSERVATION TRUST 183-3 Joshuatown Road Lyme, CT 06371 [email protected] 860-434-4639
LYME-OLD LYME LITTLE LEAGUE Kim Wareke, President [email protected]
LYMES’ YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU 59 Lyme Street Old Lyme, CT 06317 Contact Mary Seidner at 860-434-7208 or email her at [email protected]. LYSB can use volunteers in after school programs, at special events and helping with grounds and maintenance. LYSB can help you to find a community service opportunity elsewhere in the community that meets your interests, so call to speak with our director, Mary Seidner.
MIDDLESEX HOSPITAL VOLUTEER OPPORTUNITIES
41 Volunteer Services Office at (860) 358-6735, or email [email protected] Must be 18 years old or older
MITCHELL FARM EQUINE RETIREMENT 300 East Haddam Road (Rt. 82) Salem, CT 06420 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: grooming, feeding and bating the horses, cleaning the barns and helping to maintain fence lines and keeping pastures clean. The minimum age for volunteering is 15. Contact: Dee Doolittle, 860-886-6767, [email protected] , www.mitchellfarm.org
MYSTIC MARINE LIFE AQUARIUM 55 Coogan Boulevard Mystic, CT 06355 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: exhibition education, classroom assistance, the stranding team and husbandry in animal care areas. Volunteers are selected through an application and interview process. A time commitment of at least six months is required and the minimum volunteer age is 15. Contact: Volunteer coordinator, [email protected] 860-572-5955
OLD LYME FIRE DEPARTMENT Contact Mr. Tom Risom at [email protected]
OLD LYME FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 2 Ferry Road Old Lyme, CT 06317 Assist with needs on church property or during the summer White Elephant Sale Contact Bob McCracken at 860-434-8686
OLD LYME LAND TRUST 60 Mt Archer Road Old Lyme, CT 06317 Contact: [email protected] 860-434-6294
OLD LYME PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Contact Mr. Don Bugbee at 860-434-1605 ext. 235
OLD LYME SENIOR CENTER 26 Town Woods Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 Contact: Stephanie Lyon-Gould at 860-434-1605 ext. 240
PHOEBE GRIFFIN NOYES LIBRARY and PHOEBE’S BOOK CELLAR 2 Library Lane Old Lyme, CT 06371
42 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: working in the library, working in the Book Cellar and assisting with special events and programs. Contact: volunteer coordinator or library director, 860-434-1684, www.oldlyme.lioninc.org/friends
REGION 18 WORK CREW (Summer only) Work performed on campus and inside all schools Contact Mr. Michael Gilson, Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
SELDEN NECK STATE PARK Lyme, CT Accessible only by boat, bordered by Selden Creek and the Connecticut River Contact: 860-526-2336
SHORELINE SOUP KITCHENS & PANTRIES, OLD LYME PANTRY First Congregational Church 2 Ferry Road Old Lyme, CT 06371 Contact: Marie Farrell, Old Lyme Pantry Manager, [email protected] Or: Patty Dowling, Executive Director, [email protected] www.shorelinesoupkitchens.org Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: Helping at the Old Lyme Pantry, shopping at the Connecticut Food Bank on Thursday afternoons, helping to prepare meals for the Heat-n-Eat program.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS CONNECTICUT CHAPTER 2666 State Street, Suite 1 Hamden, CT 203-230-1201
ST. ANNS EPISCOPAL CHURCH Assist at the Nearly New Shop at 70 Shore Road in Old Lyme and also at the church at 82 Shore Road. Contact Rev. Mark Robinson at 860-434-1621
VALLEY SHORE WMCA 201 Spencer Plain Road Westbrook, CT 06498 860-399-9622
WILD CORE ENVIRONMENTAL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM 401 Plain Hill Road Norwich, CT 06360 Volunteer opportunities for students in the following areas: work in Wildlife Rehabilitation Centers, work in Connecticut’s many State Parks, Forests and Wildlife Preserves and work with other environmental organizations throughout the State. Wild Core is an environmental volunteer placement service. Contact: Bradford Hyde, President, 860-367-8245, www.wildcore.org
43 YALE NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER SERVICES York Street Campus Contact: 203-688-2297 St. Raphael Campus Contact: 203-789-3480
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