Education Opportunities
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Young Playwrights Summer Program Applications for summer 2026 will open in May 2026. The TDF Young Playwrights Summer Program is a free two-week playwriting intensive led by award-winning dramatist Crystal Skillman that is open to high school students in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Students explore personal expression in writing, and the art and form of dramatic writing. Students will work individually and in teams, with a final presentation on the last day. This year's edition focuses on dramatic works with theatrical magic and play productions with music. By the numbers: 20 students, two weeks of master classes Who is eligible? Rising high school freshman, sophomores, juniors and seniors as well as spring 2026 graduates who are interested in learning the craft of playwriting and creating their own works. Please note that the program may also explore other forms of dramatic writing such as audio drama and screenwriting. Students must have well-developed writing skills and an interest in playwriting along with a recommendation from a teaching artist or English teacher. Team spirit, commitment and enthusiasm are important qualities for this program. What does the Young Playwrights Summer Program include? Playwriting workshops five days a week for two weeks with group writing; individual writing will be done independently One or two evening outings to Broadway shows. Small group seminars with professional theatre artists talking about their creative process Writing (and rewriting) a short original play Professional actors reading student plays in progress Staged readings of final works by professional actors When is the Young Playwrights Summer Program? Two weeks in summer 2026, dates and times to be determined. Where is the Young Playwrights Summer Program? In-person sessions will take place at TDF's Midtown Manhattan offices at 520 Eighth Avenue between 36th and 37th Streets, Suite 801. The building requires visitors to sign in and present ID. Be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before each class starts.
storytellers, and curious creatives—you belong here.
Springboard to Design (SB2D) gives students the chance to dive into the world of theatre design and discover new artistic possibilities, no experience required! With housing available and tuition fully covered, this program is built to remove barriers for the next generation of theatre designers, expanding their sense of community, collaboration, and imagination.
​SB2D is for underrepresented high school students, including students who have limited or no access to theatre. Applicants with an interest in sewing, fashion, drawing, painting, building, creating, and storytelling are highly encouraged to apply.
The program includes workshops and mentorship from award-winning artists. Students will explore costume, set, lighting, sound, hair, makeup, and projection design in the heart of New York City. The SB2D program is FREE to all students.
In 2026, the program will take place July 19th-25th
The applications for the 2026 program are open from September 15th 2025 to January 15th 2026.
The Town Hall - Civic Leadership Day
Hosted at Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus, this daylong event invites high school students to strengthen their leadership skills and discover how they can actively participate in civic life.
The goal of Civic Leadership Day is to equip students with the skills, confidence, and network needed to become leaders in their communities. After the event, students will spend four weeks identifying an issue in their community and crafting a solution. They will work with mentors who provide virtual guidance and support through the process. Students return to Fordham University to present their solutions and share their ideas with local council members, community leaders, and activists.
For questions, contact civics@thetownhall.org.
We are now accepting applications for the Civic Leadership Day 2026!
Civic Leadership Day: April 27, 2026, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
Showcase: May 27th, 2026, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Apply here.
New York Tech’s School of Management’s free High School Business Bootcamp can help you stand out as you prepare your resume, apply for college, and focus on your career. Through college level courses, taught by our expert faculty, you’ll get critical training that you can add to your skill set and resume. Register today! Workshops are virtual via Zoom. You can join at: https://nyit.zoom.us/j/3106841357. Benefits of Attending Get critical training to add to your skill set and resume. Earn a certificate of completion for each workshop to add to your portfolio (this typically takes 4-6 weeks to receive). Take college level courses taught by expert faculty – for free. Stand out from other students applying for college and careers. Register today and invite your friends and family to join. It’s free, fun, and each workshop is only an hour. Virtual Business Bootcamp Our schedule of virtual courses will be held on the following Wednesday evenings from 7 to 8 p.m. ET, include: January 14: So, You Want to Start a Business; The ABCs of Starting Your Own Business February 18: The ABCs of Managing, Eliminating, Mitigating & Insuring Against Day to Day Risks March 18: The ABC’s of Professional Competencies and Workplace Etiquette April 22: The Art of Communicating for Success in an Organization May 20: Leadership and Teambuilding Skillsets for the Businessperson June 17: Professional's Guide to Managing the Ever Colliding Business and Personal Worlds July 22: Resolving Conflict in a Culturally Diverse Business Environment August 19: Personal Marketing Plan Using Social Media and Digital Tools September 16: A Guide to Transitioning From High School to College: The Keys to Success October 21: Financial Literacy: Managing Your Personal Finances November 18: A Guide to Investing in Real Estate or the Stock Market; Strategic Planning December 16: The ABCs of Standing Out in a Job Interview High school students are encouraged to attend these free workshops and share the experience with a friend. For all sessions, you can use the following Zoom link to join at the start of each Business Bootcamp session: https://nyit.zoom.us/j/3106841357. If you have any questions, please contact me at jbiensto@nyit.edu or Ellie Schwartz at eschwa03@nyit.edu. Sincerely, Professor Joshua Bienstock Director, High School Bootcamp
Summer Jazz Academy 2026!
We are thrilled to announce that Summer Jazz Academy (SJA) returns forSummer 2026! This two-week intensive will take place from July 12-26, 2026, atBard College in the beautiful Hudson Valley, less than two hours from New YorkCity.
SJA offers students an immersive environment to study, perform, and connectwith like-minded peers who share a deep commitment to jazz. Throughout theprogram, students will perform at Bard's premiere venues including Olin Halland the Spiegeltent, as well as Jazz at Lincoln Center's RoseTheater, opening for the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with WyntonMarsalis.
About the Program
SJA is a two-week residential high school summer institute for advanced highschool musicians in grades 9-12, focused on jazz performance, improvisation,composition/arranging, ensemble playing, and jazz history
Faculty
At SJA students are given the opportunity to study with some of the mostrespected artists and educators in jazz. Past faculty have included: RodneyWhitaker, Jeff Hamilton, Tim Warfield, Marcus Printup, Catherine Russell,Ashlin Parker, Michael Dease, James Chirillo, Helen Sung, and TedNash among many others.
Auditions & Instrumentation
Auditions are open for saxophone, trumpet, trombone, guitar, piano, bass,drums, and vocals. All placements are by audition. Program details and furtherinformation can be found here: https://jazz.org/education/public-programs/summer-jazz-academy/
All applicants must submit video recordings through Acceptd. Applications will beaccepted beginning February 1, 2026 through May 15, 2026. Full and partial
scholarships are available.
Questions? Contact sjainfo@jazz.org
Cybersecurity Spring 2026
The College Passport Program at University Settlement is excited to offer Cybersecurity, Spring 2026. This Introduction to Cybersecurity course will teach you how to improve your cyberinfrastructure and cyber skills. Topics covered in the course include:
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Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
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Digital Forensics
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Incident Preparation, Response and Investigation
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Identity and Access Management
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Risk Management
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Cryptography and PKI
Expect to Learn:
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How to hack, ethically
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Outsmart the internet
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Protect yourself & others online
This course will take place April 18th to June 13th, Saturday's 10am to 12pm
Where:
Zoom
Requirements:
Pre-assessment before the start of the course. Instructions will be sent via email.
Transcript (used solely for proof of NYC High School enrollment.)
This Application is due Friday, March 13, 2026 11:59PM EST.