Student Opportunities

Girls in Real Life Sanctuary is a mentoring program that works to expand young ladies' horizons by helping develop and cultivate their goals. In this program we will participate in different workshops that will cover a variety of topics. Our vision is to have young women achieve all that they want and more because they have set higher expectations for themselves and been exposed to an abundance of opportunities. We are committed to giving young women a plentitude of opportunities to broaden their futures and instill confidence and hope. Sign up HERE Contact Naesoj Ware, naesojware@gmail.com, for more information.

CALLING ALL 10th GRADERS- Apply for SUMMER SEARCH!

Summer Search Boston – a student centered organization on a mission to help young people expand what they believe is possible for themselves.

Summer Search’s overarching goal has long been to help young people graduate from high school, matriculate to a post-secondary education and successfully earn a 4-year college degree within six years. Their services include:

1) Year-round mentoring by full-time, professional staff who encourage students to reflect on their experiences to better understand themselves and to prepare for their futures.

2) Two summer enrichment experiences for high schoolers (wilderness experience, international service trips, pre-college academic programs, or internships) that put students into highly challenging, unfamiliar environments.

3) Support and advice for high school seniors as they plan for and transition to college or another post-secondary pathway.

4) Continued mentoring as needed, connections to internships and career coaching for up to six years after high school.

• You can view our updated student video here: https://bit.ly/3k1etcN

  • With subtitles in 3 languages

• Online application is open: https://www.summersearch.org/apply

  • Note: There are two parts to the application. Students have a section they will need to fill out, sign and submit. Once their part of the application is complete, a link will automatically be sent to the parent/guardian whose contact information they provided. Parent(s)/guardian(s) will need to fill out the second half of the application, upload income documentation then sign and submit.

The Boston Public Schools (BPS) Teacher Cadet Program develops strategic partnerships to identify, cultivate, and support middle school and high school, students. These high school students reflect the cultural, linguistic, and racial diversity of BPS to successfully navigate high school, graduate from college, and return as teachers in BPS. If you're interested in making a change in your community, working with children as a career, and/or have a passion for education, fill out the Teacher Cadet Application. BLA teachers and staff: If you'd like to nominate students into the Teacher Cadet program, please fill out Nominate form.

Project DEEP's Community Service Opportunity!

Project DEEP is looking for volunteers to help Dorchester elementary school students with basic homework help and mentoring once a week for 90 minute sessions. You pick the day & time and you will be matched with a student with that same schedule! This program begins in November and runs until end of April/early May. Approximately earn 25 service hours per academic year (opportunity for more as well!). Located in the Murphy School in Dorchester.

Contact Lauren McCarthy - lauren@projectdeep.org, preferably by October 22th

The Boston Branch of the NAACP will be awarding a new HP laptops to two high school students that attend a Metro Boston High school or reside in the Metro Boston area. Applicants are asked to submit an essay (750 words or less) on the importance of racial justice. Submit a completed application and essay by November 1, 2021. Application Link HERE

Looking for a job & love to swim? Lifeguards wanted at The Kroc Center - Training is offered on site at The Kroc Center for those interested without certification. Email Cristian Mojica (A BLA Alum!), Cristian.Mojica@use.salvationarmy.org for more information.

The BLA CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY is starting its fall invitation process for seniors. Mrs. MacIsaac, the advisor, will be holding 4 informational sessions in the next few weeks after school in 231. Meetings will start at 1:50 and end before 2:30. Monday, October 18 is the last meeting date.

Please email Mrs. MacIsaac (amacisaac@bostonpublicschools.org) or stop by Room 231 for any questions.

OPPORTUNITY FOR 7th GRADE GIRLS: LITTLE SISTER WORKPLACE MENTORING

Big Sister Boston will be offering our free Workplace Mentoring Program to incoming 7th graders at BLA again. Girls in 7th grade enroll as Little Sisters and are matched with Big Sisters from Fidelity Investments for two academic years. The Workplace Mentoring program occurs on Thursdays, twice a month virtually, with the potential to transition to in-person visits at the Fidelity workplace depending on CDC guidelines. This program offers a mentoring and enrichment experience for the girls of Greater Boston.

Program Dates: October/November 2021- May 2023

For more information and to express interest, click here HERE. Spots are limited!

BIG SISTER COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY AT THE TROTTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Big Sister Boston will be offering our High School Mentoring Program at BLA again this year as a community service learning opportunity! Girls in grades 9th-12th are matched with "Littles" from the Trotter Elementary School around the corner and serve as their mentor. High School Bigs also participate in the Girls Leadership Program, a space dedicated to developing leadership skills, providing peer-to-peer support, and making new friends!

​Program Commitment: Once a week after school from 2 - 4.30 pm. Students choose Monday, Wednesday, OR Thursday.

Program Dates: October/November 2021- May 2023

To sign up, go to Big Sister sign up.