Come to the College and Career Center for more information about these summer programs. The inclusion of a program in this listing is not an endorsement nor recommendation by Lynbrook High School. Students and their parents should investigate thoroughly any programs they are considering. For more information, check the listings at www.petersons.com/summerop/.
Many schools have January or February deadlines, so it’s a good idea to get started in early December.
Archbishop Mitty Summer School
Courses for Senior High Curricula in a variety of disciplines to improve academic standing or for accelerating a course of study
http://www.mitty.com/summer/02_summer.php
high school program
Vision New America
Vision New America offers Public Policy Internships for both high school and college students. The high school program places students in summer internships at the state, county, and city levels of government in California, including the offices of the
California Governor, members of the California State Legislature, Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors, and San Jose CityCouncil.
www.VisionNewAmerica.org
Internship
politics, government
Deadline: February
Digital Media Academy
DMA offers 25 different courses in varying skill levels in the areas of :
Digital Video Editing and Production, Game Design, 3D Modeling and Animation,
Web Design, Digital Imaging and Publishing. Various campuses in California
www.digitalmediaacademy.org
summer classes
Digital Media
Deadline: rolling
Summer at Saint Francis High School
Take classes for high school credit.
Sports Activity Camp
Advanced Sports Camps in baseball, basketball, cross country, field hockey, football, softball, soccer, tennis, vollyball, water polo
www.sfhs.com/summerprograms
high school program
Deadline: rolling
Camp Galileo
Be a camp counselor or assistant at this art, science and outdoor summer day camp for kids grades K-5th. This is a PAID summer internship. Grades are developed in partnership with the Tech Museum and Klutz.
http://www.galileo-learning.com/jobs_hsstudents.html
volunteer
art , science
Deadline: rolling
Yosemite Institute
Summer field research
Students entering grade 11 can join park scientists in field research this summer. This is a unique opportunity for teens to investigate real questions about the biodiversity and health of the Yosemite National Park ecosystem with professional scientists. College credit and scholarships are available.
Armstrong Scholars
Inspired by former instructor Joie Armstrong, the Armstrong Scholars program brings young women, ages 15 to 18, together for an all-female summer backpacking adventure and educational experience in the spectacular High Sierra.
http://yni.org/main/teen/index.php
summer classes
ecology, geography
NASA DEVELOP
A summer internship program for students with an interest in Geographic Information Systems or Remote Sensing. This is a PAID 10-week internship. Also offered in the fall.
http://develop.larc.nasa.gov/about/contactus2.html
internship
Science
Bank of America Leaders Program
As part of the Student Leaders program, Bank of America will arrange 8-week PAID summer internships with select community organizations for Student Leaders, so they can experience firsthand how they can help shape their communities now and in
the future. Bank of America will work with the Student Leaders to identify appropriate and meaningful internships with local community organizations. Student Leaders will participate in a leadership program with local Bank of America executives.
www.bankofamerica.com/neistudentleaders
internship
leadership
Deadline: February
The Tech Museum Summer Camps
Summer Interns are typically upper-level high school students who have a strong background in math and science and a desire to impact kids. Summer Interns will help with teaching and management in and out of the classroom. They should be able to commit to 6 – 9 weeks of the summer.
http://www.galileo-learning.com/apply/2009%20Tech%20SI%20Position%20Description.pdf or call 510-595-7293 ext. 340
Science and Technology
Deadline: until filled
Pre-College
Academy of Art College
A 6-week intensive program where students can take classes designed to offer high school students college credit while exploring art design as well as building their portfolios. Over 50 classes in all 13 undergraduate majors are offered. No class tuition, but $525 registration fee required.
http://www.academyart.edu/degrees/pre_college.html
pre-college
Art and Design
Deadline: varies per year, so call 1-800-544-2787
