March

Get Up and Get Moving!

(Personal Development)

March Series

Zoom fatigue is REAL, and we don't know about you, but all this sitting and laying down has got us feeling down... so let's get up! Join us for six weeks of movement, stress relief, and relaxation that you can do wherever you are, whenever you want—especially when you're feeling cooped up inside or stressed about anything.

We'll do some stretches, cardio, and other fun exercises you can do at home, anytime. You can even do them while watching your favorite shows! No previous experience or special equipment necessary.

Web Development Program

(Career Pathways)

Over the course of six weeks, a small cohort of 10th and 11th grade high school students will work together to develop an original website from scratch that will send visitors to information, content, and presentations that are deeply important to the students. Participants will learn HTML, CSS, and Java—three coding languages that are essential for building websites! Students who complete this program will be guaranteed paid summer work in the summer of 2021. Applications are required for this program!

Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (11th & 12th Graders)

(Career Pathways)

Do you want to ace your job interviews? Join the Harvard Ed Portal for this workshop that will help you prepare for an interview in advance, including determining your most valuable skills, researching the company, and preparing for questions. You will learn how to make a positive first impression at an interview with your appearance and greeting, have confidence when responding to and asking questions, and leave a lasting impression by following up after the interview.

Hello? Can You Hear Me?: Workplace Phone Skills

(Career Pathways)

Phone interviews can be so awkward, but the Harvard Ed Portal is here to help! Join us for a workshop that will help you develop your phone skills, from calling and talking to leaving a voicemail to following up! You will leave with the practice and tools you need to impress everyone in your life, from interviewers and future bosses to that one auntie who calls and always has something to say...!

Cracking the College Nut: A Fair Opportunity Workshop

(College Preparation)

What IS college? Do you have to go? How much is it gonna cost? If you’ve ever wondered about these questions, we’re here to help! The Fair Opportunity Project is here to support high school students like you with information, guidance, and support as you learn about and apply to college! We’ll look at the entire college application process from applying for financial aid and scholarships, to finding your college "fit," to learning more about the student body/campus, and more!

Pottery Chill Out

(Personal Development)

March Series

Remember Play Doh when you were a kid? What if we told you you're never too old to play with clay? Sign up for our Zoom clay classes, where we will make and decorate mugs, phone holders, sculptures—whatever you want, really!—using our hands and objects you can find at home. No experience necessary!

We'll teach you everything you need to know, PLUS we'll mail you all the stuff you'll need! You'll get to keep your final product and, as an added bonus, we'll chat about how working with clay can help you relax and knead-out some of the stress you may be feeling.

Get that Bread—And Keep it, Too!: Learning How to Manage Your Money

(Personal Development)

March Series

Money money money! How do I make it? What do I do with it? What about bills and rent—how do you even pay them? And why is saving so important, can’t I just spend my money? And how do I even save? If you have ever wondered about any of these questions or if you want to learn more about how to make and manage money, this workshop series is for you! We will answer these questions and so much more while exploring topics such as budgeting, understanding a paycheck, savings accounts, buying a car, paying bills, and more!

WE OUT HERE: Exploring Life After High School

(College Preparation)

We get it—high school is HARD, so how can you even think about life AFTER high school? But don’t worry, we gotchu! Should you go to college? Should you get a job right away? What jobs ARE there? How do you know what the right job is for you? Join us in this 4-part workshop series that helps you answer these questions! We’ll get a chance to explore different options, hear from people who do all kinds of jobs and have all kinds of experiences, and more!

To Whom It May Concern: Email in the Workplace

(Career Pathways)

Subject line? CC? BCC? Signature? What does all this even mean? And why can’t I just send a text? If you’ve ever wondered about any of this, join us for this workshop on email skills! Writing strong emails will help you stand out in the job application process. In this workshop, you will learn how to catch and hold someone’s attention through well-written emails. And, since it’s 2021, we will also cover how (and when!) to text in the workplace!

Hire Me!: Interview Preparation (9th & 10th Graders)

(Career Pathways)

Do you want to ace your job interviews? Join the Harvard Ed Portal for this workshop that will help you prepare for an interview in advance, including determining your most valuable skills, researching the company, and preparing for questions. You will learn how to make a positive first impression at an interview with your appearance and greeting, have confidence when responding to and asking questions, and leave a lasting impression by following up after the interview.

Make It Pop!: Writing the College Essay

(College Preparation)

The personal statement essay can be one of the most stressful elements of the college application—but it doesn’t need to be! The personal statement is your opportunity to share parts of yourself with college admissions teams that they can’t see through test scores and your resume alone. This workshop series will provide tips for crafting a compelling essay, effectively telling your story, and proving to admissions teams that you would be a great student at their school!