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Each year more than 25,000 8th-graders take the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT) to vie for roughly 5,000 seats at eight of the nine specialized high school, which include: Bronx...

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Mentorship and writing programs for teen girls and gender-expansive youth.

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The Student Art Program sends open calls for thematic exhibitions for students to showcase their artwork. There are eight exhibition opportunities a year.

A summer program introducing students to art and museum careers.

A comprehensive youth development organization offering over 40 after-school, weekend, and summer programs for boys and young men ages 7–21.

Free nature and outdoor programs led by NYC Urban Park Rangers.

A paid summer internship program that places New York City public high school students in legal offices for 6–8 weeks. This program is part of the NYC Bar Association's continuing efforts to enhanc...

A free, 10-year academic and leadership enrichment program guiding students from middle school through college.

Summer jobs and career exploration for NYC youth

Work as an intern for the Urban Park Rangers, a program by NYC Parks.

College preparatory school placement and admissions support program for high-performing students of color

Summer and school-year programs offering academic enrichment, personal development, college preparation, and career exposure.

Free classes for eligible students, including OSHA-30, MS Office, and Cable networking.

A leadership development program preparing middle school students for top independent day and boarding schools.

A year-long, girl-centered leadership development program integrating sports, college readiness, and career exploration.

Citywide programs including early childhood, after-school, summer camps, Playstreets, teen centers, sports leagues, and college access. Held at various PAL centers, NYC streets (Playstreets), and p...

A collection of free, interactive STEM activities and resources designed for families and educators to engage children in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math learning from home.

Free sports programs for children ages 8 and up.

Free swimming lessons for children, teens, and adults

Free tennis programs for youth and families.

A free, virtual college-access and SAT-prep program with near-peer coaching.