5th - 7th Grade Opportunities

Below are educational opportunities for 5th - 7th Grade


5th Grade

Click here > Prep for Prep - Prep for Prep is the nation’s foremost program for academically gifted African-American, Latino, and Asian-American students.  (Text displayed in Web Page)

6th Graders

Click here >  Specialized High School Institute - "The Specialized High Schools Institute (SHSI) is an extracurricular high school preparation program that prepares middle school students for the academic challenges of high school and to compete more effectively when taking the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT)." (Text displayed in Web Page)

7th Graders (Application due January of applying year - see Web Page for requirements and/or changes)

Click here >  Oliver's Scholar Program -  "The Albert G. Oliver Program selects highly motivated seventh-grade students of African American and Latino descent from New York City’s five boroughs and provides them with the support and guidance they need to help them gain admission to some of the Northeast’s best independent schools. Once accepted into these highly competitive schools, Oliver provides support to encourage and help the Scholars to succeed academically and socially and to become leaders in their schools and communities." (Text displayed in Web Page)

7th Graders -Applications must be received by April 26, 2010.  (Check site for 2011 due date)

Click here > The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Young Scholars Program selects exceptional students with financial need and provides them with individualized educational opportunities and advising throughout high school. The Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University assists the Foundation with recruiting, selecting, and serving Young Scholars. (Text taken from Web Page)

Additional Opportunity

6-12 Grades

A BETTER CHANCE -  Still accepting applications

The College Preparatory Schools Program (CPSP) is an academic program that identifies, recruits, places, and supports students of color, in outstanding college preparatory middle and high schools nationally.  At A Better Chance, we recognize that students come from different backgrounds and educational opportunities so each application is evaluated on its own merit. We only select Scholars who we believe can thrive at our competitve Member Schools:

Prospective applicants should get started early; late applications are not encouraged as they severely limit opportunities for placements. Further, our application process begins one year prior to enrolling. For example, if a student is currently in the 8th grade, s/he would be applying for the 9th grade.  There are three major stages to the application process, each consisting of several small steps. Please go to the "How to Apply" page and follow each of the required steps. (Text taken from link)

8th – 11th Grade Teen Internship with the Brooklyn Botanic Garden - (December 8, 2010 - Application Deadline)

Click here > The Garden Apprentice Program (GAP) at Brooklyn Botanic Garden is a great way for teens to learn about urban agriculture and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens in the world! Apprentices can work their way up the four-tier program, potentially earning a paid position as Senior Apprentice.

Do you know any teens who enjoy getting their hands dirty and who want to work with other teens and learn about science and urban farming? 
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) is now accepting applications for its Garden Apprentice Program (GAP). The Program is a great way for students to learn about urban agriculture and the environment while working in one of the most exciting public gardens in the world!  Apprentices can work their way up the four-tier program, earning a paid position as a Senior Apprentice.  Applications are due December 8.

BBG’s Garden Apprentices:

~  Work with children, behind-the-scenes with staff, or with Garden visitors
~  Learn about botany, environmentalism, and protecting the earth
~  Grow, harvest, and cook their own fruits, vegetables, and herbs in the Children's Garden
~  Explore in depth Brooklyn Botanic Garden's amazing plant collections and greenhouses
~  Develop job skills, including teamwork, communication, and responsibility
~  Apprentices make a ten-month commitment to GAP, from March to December, which includes spring training, summer programming, and a weekly commitment afterschool or on weekends throughout the academic year.  

Click here > Attend the BBG Open House to find out more:

                    November 13, 2010 - 1:00 PM

                    RSVP required to attend 718-623-7252 or

                    E-mail: gap@bbg.org

Click here > Do I have to start at Tier 1, or can I join the program at another tier level?
You can apply to the Garden Apprentice Program at any tier—Discovery Guide, Garden Corps, or Junior Apprentice—except for Tier 4, Senior Apprentice. To apply to be a Senior Apprentice, you must have successfully completed the Junior Apprenticeship. (Taken from Web Page)

Click here > TEEN INTERNSHIP WITH THE

                      BROOKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN

National 8th - 12th Grade Abroad Summer Study Programs (Rolling Admissions)

Click here > To Find Information Sessions in Other States


Click here > Oxbridge Academic Programs

Offers summer study programs in England, in Oxford and Cambridge; in France, in Paris and Montpellier; and in Spain, in Barcelona. In each country, we offer a range of programs for students in grades 8 to 12 so please consult the list below to view the programs right for you (Text taken from Web Page)

Click here >Scholarships for the academic year 2010-2011, there are various competitive scholarships in separate categories available for all of our programs. They are open to students who are currently enrolled in 8th through 11th grade. 

Next Information Session: 

Saturday, February 12, 2011
Boston, MA
For more information for other states or to RSVP, please contact 800-828-8349 or send an email to info@oxbridgeprograms.com.

Click here > To Find Information Sessions in Other States


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Education Enhancement & Test Preparation through Grad School (Fee for Services)

Below are details regarding test preparation for Elementary through High School 

(Note, I do not get paid from nor do I work for the organizations listed below but simply want to share the details with you.  I have personally paid for and used the services below for my child and/or they were highly recommended. 

Click Here > Ford's Professional Tutoring

                       693 East 43rd (Between Foster and Farragut)

                       Brooklyn, NY
                       718-856-0575

Click here > NY Metro Parents - article re: Forde's

Click Here > Inner Force Student Leadership Institute

                       181 East New York Avenue
                       Brooklyn, NY 11221
                       718-604-5786
                       Carol Thomas

A collaborative venture between Inner Force and Polytechnic Institute of NYU's Center for Youth in Engineering and Science (YES), New York City Technical College, and Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center to equip, motivate, and train our future leaders. (Text taken from Web Page click the link above for more details.)

                       After School Program

                        25 Chapel Street

                        Brooklyn, NY 11201
                        718-604-5786

                        Carol Thomas

Click Here > Inner Force High School Summer Program

                       Poly Tech Institute of NYU

                       Six MetroTech Center

                       Brooklyn, NY 11201

                       718-604-5786

                       Carol Thomas

                    office: 585 Schenectady Avenue

                              Brooklyn, NY 11203

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Click here > Bell Curves Whether your goal is College, Business School, or Law School, Bell Curves will help you reach that goal. Leveraging over 50 years of experience in test preparation and educational services, Bell Curves has designed programs specifically focused on helping individuals achieve their educational goals. (Text taken from Web Page)

Note to Parents

4th Grade - This is a critical academic year as ELA sores, Grades, Attendance and Punctuality are the criteria used when applying to NYC Middle Schools.

Click here > To access previous exams through the Department of Education (DOE)

ALSO NOTE: 7TH GRADE REPORT CARDS AND ELA SCORES are the criteria used when applying to NYC Public High Schools.  1) Please encourage parents to work with their children and provide whatever support is needed to assist their children through this critical academic year.  2) Encourage parents to obtain the High School Directory from their child's school or from the DOE and begin reviewing the admissions criteria as this will ease some of the anxiety and pressures that will arise when working through the HS Admissions Process in the child's 8th Grade Academic year. 3) Encourage parents to keep samples of their child(ren) school essays and projects some school will ask for such material(s) during the HS Admissions Process.

Math/Science - Opportunities for Various Grades

Below is a list of Math and Science opportunities which are provided by various grades.  (details provided by (Click Here >) Inside Schools.org)

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The American Museum for Natural History offers more than 40 free after-school courses for high school students. Topics range from space exploration to the microscopic world of DNA and include classes in biodiversity, earth science, anthropology, genetics, and astronomy. Each course lasts for a five-week session and classes, which are held once or twice a week, usually include a field trip. The museum also offers scholarships and other programs for New York City students.

The Columbia University Science Honors Program (SHP) is a highly selective program for high school students with exceptional talent in math and science. Acceptance is based upon recommendations, grades, and a three-hour examination. Students attend Saturday morning classes at Columbia throughout the academic year. Instructors are math and science researchers at the university.

Cooper Union Research Internship allows high school sophomores and juniors to work in teams on applied research projects guided by Cooper Union undergraduate teaching assistants and mentored by faculty. The program covers civil, chemical, electrical, mechanical, biomedical, and environmental engineering and mathematics, chemistry, physics, and astronomy. There are lectures, discussions and a series of workshops on oral presentations, technical writing, career choices, and college admissions. Each group presents its work to an invited audience. Sophomores may also elect to participate in a second internship at the end of their junior year.

ExploraVision encourages kids to create and explore a vision of future technology. Students work in small groups simulating research and development teams, along with a team coach and an optional mentor. Students compete in regional competitions and the top 24 teams go to a national competition. Prizes include up to $10,000 in savings bonds.

Goddard Summer Institute of Robotics (SIR), for 9^th to 12^th grade high school students, is a two-week residential program at Morgan State University in Baltimore and is hosted in conjunction with NASA. SIR explores the science and technology of robot design and operation and is for urban high school students with an interest in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics

Goddard Space Flight Center High School Internships offer a variety of opportunities for high school students, including recent graduates, at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland or at their other locations, includingthe New York City Research Initiative.

Health Professions Recruitment and Exposure Program (HPREP) at Weill Cornell Medical College exposes high school sophomores and juniors to science-related activities. HPREP also teaches students about specific career fields and the steps needed to become a physician or other health care provider. The ten-week program for 10^th and 11^th grade high school students features lectures by physicians, health care professionals, and medical students from minority groups and small group workshops. Participants are also required to submit a short research paper on a pre-approved subject at the conclusion of the program.

The High School Student Internship Program at Cornell Universityimmerses rising high school juniors and seniors in the new field of nanobiotechnology through a four-week summer experience on the Cornell campus in upstate New York. Students actively participate in designing and fabricating devices through teamwork with other high school students and college students. Accepted students will receive room, board and travel expenses up to $500.

Math and Science for Minority Students (MS)² is a summer program in Andover, MA at the Phillips Academy preparatory school. Open to black, Latino and Native American students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, the (MS)² program spans three consecutive summers. Students apply in 9^th grade and begin the program the following summer. The program helps put students on track for possible careers in engineering, science, medicine, computer technology and other technical fields.MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering, Entrepreneurship, and Science) is a rigorous six-week residential, academic enrichment summer program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for promising high school juniors. This program stresses the value of pursuing advanced technical degrees and careers. Members of all races and ethnicities are considered but priority is given to students who must overcome significant odds to pursue their dream of becoming an engineer or scientist.

NASA PREP, a six-week program held at Capitol College in Maryland, is designed to strengthen the academic, study, and interpersonal skills of minority students interested in astronautical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or software engineering. The program includes field trips to the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center and cultural trips to Baltimore and Washington, DC. Admission is limited to eight high school juniors and seniors, with preference to graduating seniors. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, have completed two years of algebra, one year of trigonometry and three years of a laboratory science, have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 and at least a 500 in the math section of the SAT. Students who complete the program may qualify for a scholarship to Capitol College.

New York Hall of Science in Queens offers free admission September through June on Fridays from 2-5 pm and Sundays from 10-11 am.

The New York City Science and Engineering Fair (NYCSEF) is the city's largest high school research competition. Each year, more than 1,000 high school students from New York City present their research projects to a panel of judges and compete for a variety of prizes. The NYCSEF is an Intel International Science and Engineering Fair-affiliated regional fair.

Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) is a Saturday Discovery program that helps 9^th to 12^th graders in math, science, and technology. Students explore math, science and technology careers; visit college campuses; and prepare and present reports of scientific explorations. Many colleges and universities throughout the city and state host a STEP program, often with their own particular area of focus, and students apply separately to each program. STEP is funded by the New York State Department of Education, and parents are expected to attend at least four meetings during the year and are welcome to attend trips. The program begins in October and ends in May.

High School Admissions Process

Click here > High School Admissions Process - The high school admissions process is centered on two principles: equity and choice. The student-driven process enables students to rank schools and programs in an order that accurately reflects their preferences. Students can rank up to 12 programs from more than 600 programs citywide. The Department of Education conducts workshops and fairs to help parents and students learn about the high school admissions process and make informed choices. (Text taken from Web Page)

Child Care School Readiness Programs / Enriching Study Programs (Fee for Services)

Many parents have asked about child care school readiness programs.  As a result, listed below are programs in which I have personally paid for services for my child and/or are services which were highly recommended to me through the years.  (Note, I do not get paid from nor do I work for the organizations listed below but simply want to share their details with you. (As with anything, you will need to make the determination for yourself.)

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Click here > Christian Charisma Academy
                    921 East 107th Street
                    Brooklyn, NY 11236
                    718-272-0505
                    Denise Graham, Director

Click here > Inner Force Tots
                    1181 East New York Avenue
                     Brooklyn, NY 11221
                     718-221-1246
                     Dr. Garey Ellis, Eexutive Director
                     Joy Guthrie, Director of Education

                     Little Scholar Day Care
                     1711 Ralph Avenue
                     Brooklyn, NY 11236
                     718-531-8030
                     Jacqueline Blount, Director

Click here > Raven Learning Center
                    9403 Glenwood Road
                    Brooklyn, NY 11236
                    Marie Calendar, Director

                   Traditional Educational Center
                   1469 Broadway
                   New York, NY 11221
                   718-443-2577
                   Ms. King, Director


Enriching Study Programs
Many parents have asked about Enriching Study and Test Programs.  As a result, I listed below are programs in which I have personally paid for services for my child and/or they were highly recommended to me through the years.  (Note, I do not get paid from nor do I work for the organizations listed below but simply want to share their details with you.  As with anything, you will need to make the determination for yourself.)


Click here > Fordes Professional Tutoring

                   693 East 43rd (Between Foster and Farragut)

                   Brooklyn, NY
                   718-856-0575
                   Dr Sean Forde

Click here > NY Metro Parents - article re: Forde's

Click here >  Inner Force Student Leadership Institute

A collaborative venture between Inner Force and Polytechnic Institute of NYU's Center for Youth in Engineering and Science (YES), New York City Technical College, and Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center to equip, motivate, and train our future leaders. (Text taken from Web Page click the link above for more details.)

Click here >   After School Program

                        25 Chapel Street

                        Brooklyn, NY 11201

                        718-604-5786

                        Carol Thomas

 Click here > High School Summer Program

                      Poly Tech Institute of NYU

                      Six MetroTech Center

                      Brooklyn, NY 11201

                      718-604-5786

                      Carol Thomas

                      office: 585 Schenectady Avenue

                      Brooklyn, NY 11203

                      718-604-5786

                      Dr. Garey Ellis, Executive Director

                      Carol Thomas 

Opportunities for Various Ages

Below are opportunities through the American Natural History Museum for Vaious Ages


Click Here > Education at AMNH  - The education department creates learning opportunities from preschoolers to seniors, at the Museum, at home, in school and in the community.  Teachers and students can take advantage of the exciting programs and offerings, throughout the year.  Plan your visit to the museum. Volunteer in the exhibit halls, parents can explore resources at home,  and in the community. MORE >> (Text taken from Link)

Click here > The Schomburg Center has a unyielding commitment to the educational empowerment of young people exercised through year - round programs and classes tailored for students and educator.  Public education offerings include daytime programs for school groups, Saturday classes for middle and high school students, workshops for teachers and college faculty, and seminars for undergraduate and graduate students. 
Schomburg Junior Scholars Program (Most likely next application due date will be Sept. 30, 11. Follow the site for updates)

Click here > The Schomburg Center Junior Scholars Program has been reinstated for the 2010-2011 school year! One-hundred youth from the New York Metropolitan area, ages 11 to 18, will be selected to participate in the 9th year of this uniquely designed pre-college black studies program at the Schomburg Center/NYPL. The program begins on Saturday, October 23, 2010 and ends on May 7, 2011 with the annual Youth Summit. The Schomburg Junior Scholars Program 2010-2011 is sponsored by The Ford Foundation and New York City Council Member Inez (Text taken from link)

For more inforamation, contact: Public Education Programs Manager (212) 491-2234 or schomburged@nypl.org (Text take form Web Page)

9th Grade Opportunities (Application Deadline - December 10, 2010)

9th Graders (Application Due December 10, 2010 attached- See Web Page for requirements and/or changes)

Click here >  SEO Scholars Program - "The SEO Scholars Program is a rigorous out-of-school academic enrichment program that prepares motivated New York City public high school students of color to gain admission to and succeed at competitive colleges and universities throughout the country." (Text displayed in Web Page)

Summer Law Institute - 8th Grade (Accepting Applications on a rolling basis - Apply Now through March 1, 2014)

There's not enough space on this page to tell you about this great program!





Click here >  Legal Outreach  (Accepting applications on a rolling basis - See Web Page for requirements) 

The Summer Law Institute is an intensive five-week program for rising ninth graders that seeks to inspire students to strive for academic excellence and to pursue careers in the law. The program, which includes a criminal justice and trial process curriculum, guest speakers, field trips and a mock trial competition, also teaches students time management, essay writing and test taking skills, good study habits, and professionalism so that they are uniquely prepared to succeed in high school.  


SLI students are recruited from various junior high schools in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and the Bronx beginning in January.  Individual and group interviews take place through the end of March with final decisions being announced in April.  Thirty-two students will be accepted to one of five SLIs at each of our partnering institutions, which include Columbia Law School, NYU Law School, Brooklyn Law School, Fordham Law School and St. John’s Law School.  If Legal Outreach does not recruit at your child’s school, please feel free to download the attached application.


Students accepted to participate in an SLI are required to attend the entire program, which ran this past year from July 5 to August 6, 2010.  Further, students must participate in an SLI to be eligible to apply to Legal Outreach’s four-year College Bound program.  
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Brooklyn Families and Educators Conference on November 4th

The United Federation of Teachers free Brooklyn Families and Educators Conference is taking place Sunday, November 4th.  Childcare will be provided as the conference is for adults only.  Workshops includes: What Colleges Look For, How to Pay for College, Healthy Family Living and more.  The registration should be faxed to 718-852-9891.   Do not concern yourself with the October 31st deadline as it was extended. As a result, please select up to 4 workshops should you decide to attend. Click here > Brooklyn Families and Educators Conference