For Students – PHENND https://phennd.org We are a network of over 20 colleges and universities that strengthens service learning in Philadelphia, connecting academics with community involvement. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:28:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 Temple & NBA Foundation: A Unique Opportunity for High School Students – Apply by Jul 31 https://phennd.org/update/temple-nba-foundation-a-unique-opportunity-for-high-school-students-apply-by-jul-31/ Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:28:40 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=88322 In partnership with the NBA Foundation, this fall we are launching the STHM-NBA Foundation Pipeline Program, a program designed to prepare under-resourced, first-generation students for college and careers in the sport industry. Participants can earn up to six transferable Temple University college credits while still in high school, engage in exclusive sport industry experiences, receive mentorship from Temple faculty and industry professionals, and participate in career readiness workshops for free.

This is a free program for Philadelphia high school juniors and seniors who want to earn college credit, explore careers in sport, and build a future of possibilities

What You’ll Gain:

  • Earn college credit – Earn up to 6 transferable college credits over two semesters by taking classes Mondays and Wednesdays at 4:00 PM.
  • Experience college life – Take classes alongside Temple students and receive individualized support from STHM faculty & staff.
  • Explore the sport industry – Visit collegiate and professional sport organizations and hear from guest speakers across a variety of careers in sport.
  • Build college & career readiness – Participate in workshops on college admissions, resume building, networking, and communication skills.
  • Develop your professional network – Build meaningful relationships with Temple students, faculty, and industry professionals.

Application Deadline: July 31, 2026

To apply, contact Dr. Ashley Gardner at ashley.gardner@temple.edu.

]]> Young Scholars High School Program – Aug 1 https://phennd.org/update/young-scholars-high-school-program-aug-1/ Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:30:30 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=88226 The Young Scholars High School Program allows outstanding juniors attending a local high school within commutable distance to the University to take college courses in the fall and spring semesters. In the Young Scholars Program, you can pursue your discipline beyond the level offered in secondary schools, get a head start on your college requirements, or explore a brand-new field that interests you. It’s an exciting chance to explore new ideas and experience life in a college classroom.

Young Scholars Program students can choose from a variety of courses at the undergraduate level offered by the College of Liberal and Professional Studies. Topics offered include anthropology, economics, English, math, philosophy, linguistics, psychology, and many more. Enrollment is subject to the approval of the program director, and registration in a desired course is not guaranteed. All classes are only offered in an in-person format.

Learn more and apply by August 1 for Fall 2026.

]]> iCAMP Summer 2026 Media Academy: Free STEM+Media College Opportunity for SDP Students – Apr 30 https://phennd.org/update/icamp-summer-2026-media-academy-free-stemmedia-college-opportunity-for-sdp-students-apr-30/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:10:15 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=87665 West Chester University of PA (WCUPA) iCamp Summer Media Academy is back and ready for creativity in 2026!  This awesome opportunity is free for Philadelphia High School students. iCamp is an in-person, week-long summer academy at West Chester University (WCU) June 21st -June 27th 2026. Our award-winning residential media academy is ideal for students who want to develop media skills, i.e., games, video, podcasts and audio, web content, etc., and who share an interest in social change.

Our team, in partnership with community organizations, wants to support Philadelphia HS students as they develop college-level academic, social, and technical literacies that are vital for college preparedness and beyond. iCamp offers an intensive week-long experience for youth to develop media for social change by developing projects that address issues of impact to their lives and community needs.

Applications are open​​:

  1. Apply to iCamp
  2. Contact us by email at icamp.wcu@gmail.com
  3. Contact iCamp Director by phone at 610-436-2481 or email LCooke2@wcupa.edu
  4. See some cool projects and follow us on our Instagram

We also have a WCU iCamp Leadership Team that is eager to assist our future iCamp members. Contact them at icamp.wcu@gmail.com.

The application for early consideration is April 1st and deadline is April 30, 2026!

]]> Lang Medical Scholars Program – Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple Univ. – Jan 19 https://phennd.org/update/lang-medical-scholars-program-lewis-katz-school-of-medicine-temple-univ-jan-19/ Fri, 02 Jan 2026 21:55:30 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=87205 Are you curious about how the human body works? Do you dream of becoming a doctor, nurse, scientist, or other healthcare professional?  The Lang Medical Scholars Program is your chance to explore medicine and science — starting in 7th grade! You will learn how the body works, discover what happens when it doesn’t, and get a sneak peek at real healthcare careers.

This program is free for all participants.

Application deadline is January 19, 2026.

Learn more and apply.

]]> Recruiting High School Students for Minds Matter Philadelphia https://phennd.org/update/recruiting-high-school-students-for-minds-matter-philadelphia/ Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:40:56 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=86559 Minds Matter Philadelphia is a local non-profit organization that supports motivated high school students who attend nearly 20 different Philadelphia High Schools as they prepare for college during their Sophomore, Junior and Senior years. MMP does this through:

  • Mentorship–Each participating student is paired with two mentors that support their college application, financial aid and scholarship application processes and provides general guidance through their high school years
  • Structured Academic Support–Students are supported with free academic support and standardized test prep to support with strong college applications and academic skillsets
  • Fully Funded Summer Programs–After their sophomore and junior year students attend rigorous summer programs to further support with college readiness

Minds Matter Philadelphia is looking for students to join the Sophomore and Freshman cohorts this school year. Here’s how you can help:

Want to learn more? Schedule some time to connect with MMP Executive Director Ashley McGrath (Philly ’08) to talk through any questions that you might have.

Know motivated, high achieving, collegebound rising Sophomores and want to encourage them to apply? Share information about Minds Matter Philadelphia and encourage them to submit an application for the SY25-26 cohort. Strong candidates will:

  • have at least a 3.0 GPA,
  • qualify for free/reduced price lunch based on family income and
  • will be committed to attending Saturday sessions consistently during the school year.

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]]> Roadmap to Medical School – Sep 20 https://phennd.org/update/roadmap-to-medical-school-sep-20/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 17:17:16 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=86310 Are you considering a career in medicine, or want to know what it takes to become a doctor? Join us on September 20, 10 AM to 1 PM, at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia for an inspiring event designed especially for high school and college students, along with their families and teachers.

Many people believe that getting into medical school is unattainable, but our presenters will show you why that’s not true and explain the steps you can take to make it possible. You’ll also learn about the wide range of rewarding careers available as a physician and how you can get started on your own path.

Dr. Joseph Savino, a physician at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, will share practical advice on how to prepare for and apply to medical school. Dr. Joseph Savino’s career represents a remarkable journey from a young Italian immigrant facing language barriers and economic hardship in Philadelphia to becoming one of the nation’s leading cardiac anesthesiologists and a founding father of intraoperative echocardiography. His four-decade career at Penn Medicine has been marked by groundbreaking innovation in cardiac surgery imaging, transforming patient care through the development and implementation of transesophageal echocardiography.

Learn more and register.

]]> VAUX BPHS Summer Real World Learning (RWL) Experience for Rising 8th Graders – Jul 28 – Aug 1 https://phennd.org/update/vaux-bphs-summer-real-world-learning-experience-for-rising-8th-graders-jul-28-aug-1/ Mon, 23 Jun 2025 20:58:05 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=86097 We are offering a FREE, PAID summer experience for rising 8th graders (7th graders going into 8th grade for 2025-2026)! This one-week program introduces students to high school life and real-world learning through the dynamic environment of Vaux Big Picture High School.

Program Details:

  • Dates: July 28 – August 1, 2025
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Location: Vaux Big Picture High School, 2300 W. Master Street, Philadelphia, PA 19121
  • Cost: FREE
  • Meals: Lunch and snacks provided
  • Bonus: Students will receive a stipend for participating!

Space is limited, so early sign-up is strongly encouraged! Sign up here.

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]]> TGR Learning Lab Student Summer Camps https://phennd.org/update/tgr-learning-lab-student-summer-camps/ Mon, 16 Jun 2025 20:07:32 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=86065 When the school year ends, learning and fun continue at the TGR Learning Lab. For students in grades 5th-12th, we offer full-day one-week STEAM camps where students can build skills aligned with their interests and explore career opportunities. Students in 2nd-4th grade can expand their skills while learning with other students in their community at our two-week academic bridge camps. Students in various high school grade levels can participate in half-day one-week college and career readiness academies.

Dates: July 14-17, July 21-24, July 28-31

Learn more and register here.

]]> TGR Learning Lab College & Career Bound Academy – Summer Programming https://phennd.org/update/tgr-learning-lab-summer-programming/ Mon, 12 May 2025 16:32:24 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85880 The TGR Learning Lab Career and College Bound Academy is open to current 9th and 11th grade students. The academy is for students who are interested in hands-on, interactive, college and career-focused experiences. The focus will be on two and four-year colleges and universities. There are two week-long sessions, and they are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Early application submissions are encouraged; there are a limited number of spots. Students and parents can complete the registration form online. There is no cost to participate in the program, and we will be providing lunch after if they want to stay.

The catalog includes all programming including our STEAM classes for middle school and high school students.

Learn more.

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]]> 2025 STEM-UP Leadership Program, Temple University – May 23 https://phennd.org/update/2025-stem-up-leadership-program-temple-university-may-23/ Fri, 02 May 2025 20:29:41 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85825 This experience is a 6-week day program, July 30 to August 7, that provides activities, experiments, projects, and field experiences for students entering 9th, 10th, 11th or 12th grade in the fall of 2025. Students attend the program free of charge.

STEM-UP aims to increase awareness and interest in STEM careers, particularly in coding, engineering, and national security, and defense. It also encourages students to see themselves as college students and in scientific careers through college campus exposure and interactions with faculty, scientists and engineers.

Application deadline is May 23, 2025.

Learn more and apply.

]]> National Youth Leadership Council Youth as Solutions Program – Sep 4 https://phennd.org/update/national-youth-leadership-council-youth-as-solutions-program-sep-4/ Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:49:32 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85687 National Youth Leadership Council (NYLC) is excited to announce that applications are now open for Youth as Solutions, our flagship youth leadership development program designed to equip young people with the skills, knowledge, and support to drive positive change in their communities.

Youth as Solutions empowers teams of students in grades 6-12, working alongside an adult mentor, to design and implement service-learning projects that address pressing community issues in one of our core impact areas – education, community health, environment, or civics and democracy. Through this program, students will develop critical leadership skills, learn effective problem-solving strategies, and gain hands-on experience in civic engagement.

Program Highlights:

  • Service-Learning Framework: Teams engage in high-quality service-learning, connecting academic learning with meaningful community action.
  • Funding Provided: You’ll receive between $250 – $1,000 to implement your project and service activities!
  • Expert Guidance: NYLC provides teams with resources, training, and ongoing support to ensure successful project implementation.
  • Leadership Development: Participants strengthen their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills while creating real impact.
  • National Recognition: Teams have the opportunity to showcase their projects and be recognized for their contributions to their communities.

We invite schools, youth organizations, and educators committed to youth empowerment to form and support teams in applying for this year’s program.

How to Apply: Form a Leadership team – consisting of at least two youth in grades 6-12 and an adult mentor from a public school, school district, government entity, or nonprofit.

Learn more and apply by September 4, 2025.

]]> Temple Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math & Science – Apr 30 https://phennd.org/update/temple-upward-bound-and-upward-bound-math-science-apr-30/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:00:39 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85659 The Temple Upward Bound and Upward Bound Math & Science programs are federally-funded college access programs designed to provide first-generation, low-income, and/or students at academic risk the supports needed to pursue and be successful through a college degree. The programs operate year-round and consist of weekday after-school tutoring and college access programming, Saturday academic instruction and enrichment, and a six-week summer program  that culminates with a multi-day trip touring college campuses.

Deadline to apply is April 30, 2025.

Learn more and apply.

]]> 2025-2026 Bridging the Dream Scholarship (High School Seniors) – Apr 25 https://phennd.org/update/2025-2026-bridging-the-dream-scholarship-high-school-seniors-apr-25/ Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:18:36 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85567 Do you know a high school senior planning to attend a two- or four-year college, or a continuing education program in the fall? They may be eligible for a $10,000 Bridging the Dream Scholarship from The Sallie Mae Fund and Thurgood Marshall College Fund.

High school seniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents and plan to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution or a continuing education program during the 2025-2026 academic year are eligible. Applicants must demonstrate leadership skills and strong moral character and submit a short video sharing a unique perspective, passion, or curiosity that drives their academic interests.

Encourage eligible students to apply today.

The application window is open through April 25, at 11:59 p.m. ET. See Official Rules.

Learn more.

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]]> High School Program in Biomedical Research, Wistar Institute – Mar 31 https://phennd.org/update/high-school-program-in-biomedical-research-wistar-institute-mar-31/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:16:35 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85523 In this four-week summer internship program students work in our state-of-the-art training lab. Students earn a stipend of $1,500 upon completion of the program; we also provide SEPTA passes to cover transportation. The program prioritizes students in the School District of Philadelphia. We are particularly interested in recruiting students with limited access to opportunities to engage in authentic science experiences.

Application deadline is March 31, 2025.

Learn more and apply.

]]> Fighting Words Poetry Contest – May 11 https://phennd.org/update/fighting-words-poetry-contest-may-11/ Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:10:54 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85522 Each spring, the Pulitzer Center invites K-12 students from around the world to use the power of poetry to process and respond to news stories on the world’s most pressing issues. Using lines from Pulitzer Center-supported news stories, participants can take action through their writing by finding local and personal connections to five focus areas: Climate and Environment, Global Health, Peace and Conflict, Human Rights, and Information and Artificial Intelligence.

This week, we are thrilled to announce the 2025 contest and share resources to help get your students started on creating poetic responses to the issues they care about most. Visit the updated contest portal to find full contest guidelines, suggested stories grouped by focus area and grade level, downloadable workshop presentations to introduce the contest to your students, and model poems by past contest winners.

All entries to the contest are due Sunday, May 11, by 11:59pm EDT. Winners will receive cash prizes and publication opportunities. All entrants will be invited to a virtual open mic event in May where students can share their poetry aloud in celebration with fellow contestants, educators, and Pulitzer Center staff.

If you have any questions after reading the contest portal, reach out to us any time at education@pulitzercenter.org. We can’t wait to read your students’ poems!

]]> Apply for TeenSHARP Striver Program https://phennd.org/update/apply-for-teensharp-striver-program/ Mon, 24 Feb 2025 22:00:14 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85409 The TeenSHARP Striver program is designed for ambitious Black, Latino, and low-income high school students who are striving for academic excellence and top college admission. Through rigorous academic preparation, expert advising, and a strong community of scholars, Striver equips students with the tools they need to access and thrive at America’s most selective institutions. 

Striver scholars engage in weekly virtual sessions focused on college prep, leadership development, and strategic academic planning. Students receive personalized guidance on coursework, extracurriculars, and the admissions process while also completing online courses and leadership assignments. Parents play a key role in this journey, with dedicated workshops (in English and Spanish) to help them navigate the college application process and advocate for their child’s success. 

Learn more and apply.

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]]> Penn Research Experience for High School Students (formerly Penn LENS) – Mar 16 https://phennd.org/update/penn-research-experience-for-high-school-students-formerly-penn-lens-mar-16/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:59:38 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85325 The Penn Research Experience for High School Students (formerly Penn LENS) is looking for scientifically curious students who would like an authentic research experience. The PREHSS program was previously known as Penn LENS (Penn Laboratory Experiences in the Natural Sciences) but has been renamed to better describe the program and its participants.

Current 10th and 11th graders from Philadelphia School District, charter schools, and other schools by invitation will join Penn labs to participate in research under mentored guidance. The program is free, even transportation is covered, and students receive a $1500 financial award.

The application requires students to write a short essay, submit a transcript, and one letter of recommendation.

The final date for applications is March 16, 2025.

Learn more and apply.

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]]> Women in Natural Sciences (WINS) Program for Rising 9th Graders – Feb 15 https://phennd.org/update/women-in-natural-sciences-wins-program-for-rising-9th-graders-feb-15/ Tue, 04 Feb 2025 00:13:19 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85253 The WINS (Women in Natural Sciences) Program, a free after-school and summer science enrichment program for rising 9th graders is once again making its annual “call for future scientists”.

The year-round program is both challenging and fun, and it exposes students to the world of natural science in a uniquely stimulating and nurturing setting. This program focuses on providing opportunity to students whose households may be facing financial limitations, and places special emphasis on households headed by single parents, grandparents, or non-parent guardians.

Students MUST be nominated to apply.

Nominations due on February 15th, 2025.

Learn more.

]]> Spring 2025 Access Engineering Program and Info Session – Feb 12 https://phennd.org/update/spring-2025-access-engineering-program-and-info-session-feb-1/ Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:01:00 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85177 Access Engineering is a school-recognized free engineering education program run by University of Pennsylvania college students. Our mission is to cultivate Philadelphia high school students’ interest in engineering and demonstrate their capability to make meaningful change, while providing mentorship for post-high school life.

Our Spring 2025 lessons will be held on Penn’s campus on Saturday mornings from 10am – 1:30pm for 7 weeks. Our schedule has lessons starting on February 15th and ending on April 12th (with breaks for the university’s and the school district’s spring breaks).

Our application is currently due on February 8th 12th. We provide SEPTA keys for students as well as lunch each lesson day.

In addition, we will be holding a virtual information session for any parents, students, or teachers interested in learning more about our program before the application is due. This will be on Saturday, February 1st at 11am. Here is the link to sign up for the session.

]]> It Takes a Village: Virtual FAFSA Workshop – Jan 14 https://phennd.org/update/it-takes-a-village-virtual-fafsa-workshop-jan-14/ Thu, 02 Jan 2025 19:58:47 +0000 https://phennd.org/?post_type=update&p=85064 Welcome to It Takes a Village: FAFSA Workshop!

Join us online for an informative session on navigating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Our experts will guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have. Whether you’re a student or a parent, this workshop is designed to help you understand the financial aid application better. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to secure your future education. Register now and let’s demystify FAFSA together!

This event is hosted by PhillyGoes2College, Campus Philly, and Heights Philadelphia.

Date and Time: Tuesday, January 14, 2025, 6:00 – 7:00 PM

Register.

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