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METCO HEADQUARTERS PROGRAMMING & RESOURCES

New METCO HQ Saturday Tutoring

FREE Limited Space Availability Beginning Nov. 16th @ METCO HQ

METCO is partnering with Boston Partners in Education to bring students premier tutoring and mentorships on Saturday's for the 24'-25' school year! Subjects consist of ELA, Mathematics, History, and Science.



View Flyer HERE

Complete Interest Form HERE



Scholarship and College & Career Databases

METCO HQ has created a scholarship database and College & Career Databases for ALL students to use.



  • Scholarship Database: HERE
  • College & Career Database: HERE

HIGH SCHOOL

New Considering HBCUs Tip Sheet

You may have heard/read about HBCUs, but how do you know if this type of school is right for you? This tip sheet will provide a more comprehensive look into considering HBCUs


View Tip Sheet HERE


New BioBuilderClub

Applications Open│Season Starts October 15th


FREE for students attending Title 1 Schools Using Code: BBC2024

BioBuilderClub offers current biological engineering challenges so that students may experience scientific problem-solving in the context of authentic and meaningful investigations.


Learn More HERE

Apply HERE


New City of Boston College & Career Calendar

Various Events October 1st - December 8th


This calendar provides information regarding college and career resources in the Greater Boston Area.


View Calendar HERE


New FutureBOS

School-year Applications Open│Ages 14-24


FutureBOS has hundreds of opportunities for youth ages 14 - 18 and young adults ages 19 - 24 living in Boston. Check listings regularly as new opportunities will be added through October.

Learn More HERE


New SAT, ACT & College Application Fee Waivers

Fee waivers are available to low-income 11th- and 12th-grade students in the U.S.

SAT

Learn More & Request HERE

ACT

Learn More & Apply HERE

College Application

Complete Request Form HERE


New Mothers for Justice & Equality Youth Peer Leadership

PAID School-year Applications Open│Ages 14-18│Oct. 21st - Apr. 18th


This job opportunity will focus on personal development, gun violence prevention, financial literacy, workforce development, advocacy & community as well as mobilization events. 


Learn More & Apply HERE


New MassArt Artward Bound

FREE │Applications Open for current 8th, 9th & 10th graders


A four-year college prep program for Boston high school students interested in a college education focused on art and design. Students participate in art classes, career workshops, academic tutoring, visits to museums and artist studios, and more.


Learn More & Apply HERE


New Governor’s Youth Advisory Council Summit

RSVP Deadline: Oct. 31st │Ages 16+│Massachusetts State House


The first ever Youth Summit will explore important topics such as Mental Health, Education, Youth Violence, and Healthcare.


Learn More HERE

RSVP HERE


New Info Session: Harvard Summer 2025 Programs

Free Virtual│Registration Open│November 18th 7-7:45pm


Program directors and staff will discuss how Harvard’s programs can help you meet your academic goals.


Learn More & Register HERE


New Sasaki Foundation Design Environmental & Social Impact (DESI)

PAID│Applications Deadline: Nov. 8│11th & 12th graders


DESI program is a semester-long paid internship providing high school students with guidance on how to use design thinking to create solutions to the environmental and social issues in their communities.


Learn More HERE 

Apply HERE


New Youth Neurology Education & Research Program

PAID│Applications Open: Nov. 1st│Rising 12th graders │Mass General Hospital


This summer internship engages youth from communities underrepresented in neurology. Focusing on offering educational and research opportunities to Massachusetts high school students.


Learn More HERE


New Youth Empowered Scientist for CURE

Application Deadline: Nov. 11th │10th & 11th graders│Mass General Hospital


This program is a three-year training initiative for highly motivated high school and undergraduate students interested in pursuing a career in scientific research.


Learn More & Apply HERE


New Jumpstart Fellowship

Application Deadline: Nov. 12th │Females Ages 16+│MassRobotics


An opportunity for students to learn about STEM careers in robotics and develop their professional networks through direct engagement with industry professionals.


Learn More & Apply HERE


New Thrive Scholars Programming

FREE │Application Deadline: December 15th


OnRamp - A pre-college program for 10th graders

6-Year Program - A highly personalized college and career success program for 11th graders

Learn More & Apply HERE

MIDDLE SCHOOL

New Determined to Rise Academy

FREE Registration Open │October 26th 9am-4:30pm


Determined to Rise is a one-day academy in law and leadership for middle-school students, entering grades 6-8, with fun and engaging workshops and inspiring speakers.


Learn More & Register HERE


New Catholic Charities Teen Center @ St.Peters

FREE│Open Monday-Friday 2-9pm│Students grades 7-12


Open to all backgrounds and faiths, the goal of the center is to interrupt the cycle of violence by providing youth with personalized attention, academic tutoring, and personal mentoring support.


Learn More HERE


New MassArt Artward Bound

FREE│Applications Open for current 8th, 9th & 10th graders


A four-year college prep program for Boston high school students interested in a college education focused on art and design. Students participate in art classes, career workshops, academic tutoring, visits to museums and artist studios, and more.



Learn More & Apply HERE

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

New Young Dancers Program

Registration Open│Ages 3-18│Jose Mateo Ballet Theatre Dorchester, MA



The Young Dancers Program offers an innovative, challenging curriculum. Individualized instruction in ballet technique, conditioning, and repertory. Financial Aid Available.


Learn More and Register HERE


New All Hands Allston

Registration Open│Grades K-8th


All Hands Allston offers various crafting programming for students after school and for school holidays. 


Learn More & Register HERE

Scholarship Form Available HERE

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

New ArtsThursdays: Sea Monsters

FREE│October 24th 5-9pm @ Harvard Museum of Natural History Cambridge, MA


Learn about unique, unusual and even spooky marine specimens, create a felt sea “monster”, visit the exhibition Sea Monsters: Wonders of Nature and Imagination, embark on a scavenger hunt and more!


Learn More & RSVP HERE


New BCYF Spooky Skate

FREE│October 25th 4pm-7pm @ Chez Vouz Roller Skating Rink Dorchester, MA


View Flyer HERE


New Fall Fest @ Fenway Community Center

FREE│October 26th 2pm-4pm @ Park-9 Dog Bar


Attend for a family-friendly Halloween party at Park 9 @ the Station with live music, arts & crafts, specialty bites & drinks, and more!


Learn more & RSVP HERE


New Spooky Science @ Boston Science Museum

October 27th 9am-4pm @ Boston Science Museum


Enjoy a Halloween-themed weekend at the museum! Cards to Culture & Museums for All Eligible


Learn More & Get Tickets HERE


New School Vibes Check-In & Pop-Up

FREE│October 28th 3pm-7pm @ Bruce C. Bolling Building 


Hosted by City Councilor Julia Mejia; this exciting event is designed to support students, educators, and families as they check in on their progress and access valuable resources during the first quarter of the school year.


View Flyer HERE


New MassHousing Affordable Apartments

FREE RESOURCE│Database


MassHousing finances the construction and preservation of affordable rental housing throughout MA. Property Managers are responsible for the placement of tenants into available apartments at each development.


View Database HERE


Explore resources to meet your family’s basic needs.


Students are much more likely to succeed in school with stable access to basic needs. If you or anyone you know needs help meeting those needs, check out these Resources for Basic Needs.

Wilmary Tejeda

Chief Student Services & Enrollment Officer


Karli Janssen

College and Career Coordinator

Autumn Souto

Enrollment and Outreach Coordinator

Tyler-Lee St Leger

Academic & Enrichment Coordinator

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