LEAH Project - CLOSED


ABOUT THE LEAH PROJECT

The LEAH (Leaders through Education, Action and Hope) Project is a paid summer internship program that trains and supports high school students, called LEAH Mentors, to teach STEM lessons to elementary school students at out-of-school time (OST) summer camp programs. It is a seven-week summer internship experience designed to give Boston high school students exposure to STEM studies, introduction to computer coding, college and job readiness skills, and near-peer leadership opportunities. Applications can be found here: https://goo.gl/pZyEBk Application deadline has been extended to May 4th!



Who Are LEAH Mentors:
· Boston Public School (BPS) high school students (priority given to rising sophomores & juniors)
· Students of color (Black/African American, Latino, Asian American, Native American, Multi-Racial, etc.) and low-income students are encouraged to apply

What Do LEAH Mentors Do:
· Teach STEM curricula to children (ages 5-10) at summer camps throughout Boston three days a week
· Serve as a role model to younger kids
· Attend weekly meetings with LEAH staff to learn about professionalism and communication, lesson planning, public speaking, and much more  
· Attend a weekly computer coding class (no prior coding knowledge necessary!)
· Meet other high school students from across Boston and gain a support network
· Receive college and career readiness support
· Attend college tours and STEM-focused field trips

PROGRAM DATES:
On-line Application opens:  March 21
Application closes: May 4th
Interviews: May 11, 14, & 16
Applications can be found at:
https://goo.gl/pZyEBk

SUMMER PROGRAM DATES:
Family Orientation Night: June 19
Orientation: June 27—29/July 2 & 6
Program Dates: July 9—August 17
Monday—Friday, 30 hours/week

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