Applications are now being accepted for the Introductory College Level Experience in Microbiology (iCLEM) program for low-income high school students with a passion for science and engineering. These students will intern over the summer at the Joint BioEnergy Institute with established science advisors conducting real-world research on biofuels and will also receive college application preparation…. Read More
Harmony Through Education
Harmony Through Education’s (Harmony) mission is to educate children with special needs in rural, impoverished areas of developing nations. This education enables the children to rise above the confines of their isolation, develop self-esteem and employable skills, and become a source of pride for their families and communities. Harmony implements this mission by creating effective… Read More
Volunteer at Read Across America Week, March 2–6
Do you have 30 minutes to inspire young readers? March 2–6, 2015, The Mission Preparatory School is hosting Read Across America Week, part of a nationwide celebration of reading in honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday. To make this event truly special and inspiring, we are inviting you to support our students’ literacy and leadership development… Read More
Take Back the Power to Feed Yourself!
The mission of Grow Your Lunch is to support the development of successful edible gardening programs in schools. The team is launching a crowdfunding campaign with Barnraiser and they are asking you to join in efforts to support “edible education” as they seek to produce a “Top 10 Gardening Tips for Budding Gardeners” handbook and share it for… Read More
Holocaust Center Day of Learning, March 8
Sunday, March 8, 12:00 – 5:00pm Galileo High School in San Francisco 2015 is the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II and the Holocaust, as well as the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. All Northern California students (grades 8 – 12) and teachers are invited to this annual, free event. Come learn… Read More
Study Abroad Scholarships!
Funding can be the biggest obstacle for many students looking to study abroad. Students are often overwhelmed by the costs of a study abroad program, but equally unaware of the millions of dollars in scholarships available for students to study abroad. Don’t let this misconception prevent you from exploring the world–there are MANY study abroad scholarships out there for… Read More
Work at Roughing it Camp
Make a difference in the lives of children! Roughing It hires summer seasonal, year-round, and volunteer employees, and offers internships to students interested in earning course credit for school. Roughing It offers all-outdoors programs located at the Lafayette Reservoir. Instruction for all abilities in horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, fishing, adventure and more is available to… Read More