Find Programs

#DrummingUpPower is HANA Center’s youth empowerment program where teens learn up to four different instruments used in pungmul, or Korean traditional drumming. In addition to drumming, teens will learn how we can each use our own culture and the arts to build and grow the power of our communities together. By the end of the program, teens will perform in a final drumming showcase and create a visual or performing arts piece based on their research around issues impacting themselves and other young people in the city. Young leaders will realize that we can use our drums and arts to fight for justice and human rights with “HANAsori,” or “one sound” in Korean.

#IncreaseThePeace is an advanced apprenticeship program that will teach teens the basics in community organizing. By the end of the program student will have conducted 3 digital or independent campaigns either on community safety, mutual aid, or hosting virtual information sessions on community issues. The young leaders will also have virtual power meetings with elected officials. The conversation will depend on what issues are most important to the students and the students will commit the elected official to further collaboration.

It's Bigger than Chess. Our global club has players in over a dozen states and 4 countries. We make learning chess fun and offer opportunities to make global connections, travel and compete internationally. Learn more about what we do and our past projects at astepaheadchess.org.

Teens enrolled in A&A sports will strive for excellence in a variety of sports, through a unique developmental and progressive system of fitness training. Through participation in the program, young athletes will be equipped with all the physical and mental skills necessary to achieve a life of fitness, health and sporting excellence.

Culinary Arts is a student-driven cooking apprenticeship exposing teens to the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation in a commercial kitchen environment. Teens learn about the leadership roles of kitchen managers, chef managers, sanitation supervisors and have the opportunity to take on these roles throughout the program. Teens will obtain the necessary skills to plan, prepare, cook, and present a full course luncheon or dinner.

We train teens in the elements of bike-related employment. This includes bicycle mechanics and repair, advocacy and outreach, and safe cycling instruction. In addition, programs help develop their resume writing and personal finance skills as well as their business planning and entrepreneurship expertise. Teens will have the opportunity to participate in all facets of WTB operations, focusing on seven program areas, each with its specific responsibilities: 1. Bike Safety, Maintenance, & Repair: 2. Shop Maintenance: 3. Youth Program Operations: 4. Youth Program Instruction: 5. Materials Recycling: 6. Product Delivery. Applicants should have the following qualifications: 1.Have previous experience as a participant in West Town Bike ASM Apprenticeship Program. 2.Communicates well with teens of all abilities, cultural groups, economic statuses, sexual orientations, and disabilities. 3.Speaks in a friendly, concise, and accurate manner especially in front of large groups. 4.Has a bicycle in good working condition and an approved bicycling helmet. 5.Experienced in urban traffic bicycling. 6.Works well in a team, fosters team spirit through communication and compromise. 7.Prompt, punctual, and takes direction well. 8.Effective problem-solving abilities, thinks creatively. 9.Self-motivated and determined, completes tasks in an unstructured and informal environment with limited supervision.

Advanced Chitown Champions: Adapt into Leadership. A fun and safe space to help teens develop their identity, identify their strengths and acknowledge aspects of their lives they’d like to continue to develop, while strengthening Leadership, Financial IQ & Safety Awareness.

Advanced Tumble Into Leadership A fun and safe space to help teens develop their identity, identify their strengths and acknowledge aspects of their lives they’d like to continue to develop, while strengthening Tumbling, Financial IQ & Safety Awareness.

In Advanced Culinary Arts teens learn new culinary skills and perfect their basic techniques. Teens receive training necessary to obtain jobs in the culinary hospitality industry or simply to prepare healthy and sustainable meals for themselves and their families. Teens also learn the arts and techniques of cake decorating, table setting, and catering for large groups. For their final presentation teens prepare a cake display and dinner for the community, their families, ASM staff members, and the media.

In Advanced Culinary Arts teens learn new culinary skills and perfect their basic techniques. Teens receive training necessary to obtain jobs in the culinary hospitality industry or simply to prepare healthy and sustainable meals for themselves and their families. Teens also learn the arts and techniques of cake decorating, table setting, and catering for large groups.

In this program, teens learn how to use a sewing machine by incorporating practical and experimental techniques. Teens create wearable fashions and home accessories. Entrepreneurial skills such a starting and launching a fashion line will be highlighted as well. Think "Shark Tank" meets "Project Runway."

Interested in a career in cosmetology? Want to learn how to run a small business? The Advanced Hair Techniques program functions as a salon apprenticeship where teens learn the basic entrepreneurship and management skills needed to start and run a beauty salon. Beyond the entrepreneurship component, teens also function as stylist apprentices in order to learn the technical components of hair care as well as the interpersonal skills necessary for positive client relations. Teens end the program with a thorough understanding of the salon industry and the basic skills necessary to begin a career in cosmetology.

Tumbling into Fitness introduces teens to tumbling skills that include conditioning and flexibility exercises and strength training. Teens also study nutrition and learn to create healthy meal plans for themselves and their families. Teens work together to plan and execute a "Family Fitness Night" as a culmination of all they learn - a night of games and health exhibits for their friends and families.

From operating video cameras to script writing to editing, teen apprentices learn all of the essentials for making their own short movies. The program begins with technical workshops on how to make their films look professional and slick. Apprentices then participate in brainstorming sessions where they pitch their own ideas for short films. Once in production, teens write scripts, act, shoot, direct, and then edit their ideas into finished films.

You will be engaged through building your artistic skills while building a genuine comradery through constant communication in meetings. This art program is sure to give you a friendly and satisfying experience!

Remote internship, stipend based. This internship program is designed for aspiring Advanced Theater Teens to improve on their skills by being an active part of The Miracle Center’s virtual theater experience beyond the stage. In this role, the interns will learn about administrative operations, leadership roles in organizing and communications for the Actors/Singers, Dancers and Tech team. Essential Job Functions 1. Assist Instructors in organizing and preparing bi-weekly theatrical miniseries projects 2. Serve as leaders in group and production activities 3. Assist with teen rehearsals and project schedules 4. Take notes for the Theatre Meetings 5. Assist the Instructors with other program duties as needed or assigned

Participants in the AeroStars Aviation Exploration program get hands-on experience in the aerospace industry. Teens discover the rich history of aviation and participate in experiments, modeling, airport design, and flight simulation. Industry professionals share expertise and take apprentices on field trips to local airports, aerospace business, aerospace museum exhibits, and the Chicago Air and Water Show. Throughout the program, teens grasp hold of real world, practical applications of aviation science.

Learn traditional and contemporary African dance movements.

Dancing! African Culture! Caribbean Rhythms! Fashion and Jewelry! AfriCaribbean Arts Connections is a cultural education program that has it all. This program incorporates dance, music, and textile art to help teens connect to their roots from the West Side of Chicago, throughout the city, to Africa, the Caribbean and beyond. Come discover the physical, emotional, and mental benefits of the arts, in a program that features guest speakers, college connections, and collaborative events within the community! Teens take part in a final performance to showcase all they learn throughout the program.

This Afro-Caribbean Jazz Ensemble program provides the opportunity to expand on the fundamentals of the Jazz and Afro-Latin traditions of the Caribbean. The Afro-Caribbean Jazz Ensemble is an introduction to the next level of concepts that are essential for teens looking into World Music performance. Students from this program are regularly invited to play in performances across the city. Past performances include the Chicago Jazz Festival, The Chicago Latin Jazz Festival, Shakespeare in the Parks and World Dumpling Festival/World Music Festival.

Students will study improvisation, sketch comedy writing and stand-up comedy. Explore the fundamentals of improvisation, short form and scenic exercises. Students will learn brainstorming techniques for various styles of sketch comedy writing. They will learn how to craft stories from their own personal experiences and joke structure for a standup comedy or storytelling act. A final performance will showcase a lineup of a variety of works produced along with improvisation.

Advance your Latin dance skills with expert instructors. Choreograph and perform routines using dances such as Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cha Cha, and Rumba.

Learn to create 2D and 3D animated characters, scenes and backgrounds. Your creations would be ready to then be used in video games, short stories or anime. All levels of drawing and animation are welcome to apply!

Apparel Design and Crafts Sewing program provide teens with the opportunity to design and sew fun fashion crafts for personal or commercial purposes.Teens will learn how to design and sew fashion crafts such as Hair Bonnet, Pillows, Purses, Bows, etc. Some of the highlights of the program include tours to fabric stores, exposure to apparel industry events, and an end-of-program exhibition/fashion show of all the projects made. This program will improve teens' social and interpersonal skills, and the sewing skills can become a means of generating an income.

The Arab American Spoken Word and Hip Hop Program is designed to cultivate young leaders who are comfortable addressing community and youth issues through writing, performance, and civic engagement. In addition to spoken word and hip hop instruction, our program fosters leadership and professional development; personal and cross-cultural communication skills; and critical thinking and social justice awareness. Most workshops and discussions will be led by the youth participants in an effort to promote leadership, facilitation skills, and a program environment that is youth-led and adult-guided. Youth select the themes that they would like to address and explore these themes through open discussions, documentaries, youth-led presentations, and relevant field trips. Youth then create original spoken word poems around these issues, edit their works through peer and instructor critiques, and perform before a live audience.

Ever wondered why buildings look the way they do? About how they're made? Asked yourself why the city works and feels the way it does? This class will give you the chance to work on an architecture project, learn skills like hand drawing, model making, and computer design, and see different parts of Chicago on weekend field trips. If you like drawing, making things, thinking creatively, and exploring the city, this program is for you. No experience with architecture necessary.

Our program uses teen created artwork and experiences to catalyze and deepen neighborhood relationships. Through a series of hands-on studio projects, teens practice drawing, painting, and mixed media skills. For inspiration, students get to visit Chicago artist studios and gallery exhibits. They also take their skills and inspiration out in the community to create art that brings the community together and makes a meaningful impact. In addition to creating community, teens gain hands on experience facing an entrenched problem within a community, and learn first hand that change is possible. In a respectful and nurturing environment, they put their research and new skills to work to develop creative strategies to face challenges.

Make images in your mind come to life. Design, illustrate, paint, draw, and allow creativity to guide you as you experiment at home with our professional artist tools. If you want the experience of being an artist apprentice working with design Pros, this is the place to be. Work on illustrations and fine art on wood surfaces or paper.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

The After School Matters Fall Challenge is a program that will guide participants to create and follow an individualized activity plan that allows them to explore their interests, learn new skills and make connections to college and career options in fun and engaging ways! The program is open to students enrolled in fall credit recovery courses.

Interns will work alongside asm staff in helping organize events, assist with distributing meals, be responsible for collecting attendance, and assist instructors/programs within the Gately building.

Virtual: Become an active member of a leadership council run by teens, for teens! In the ASM Leadership Council, teens engage in leadership development workshops, exchange ideas, plan events, develop projects. Teen Ambassadors also represent the teen voice and provides valuable input to ASM leadership that is used to make decisions about programming and other elements that impact teen issues and interests.

ASM Scholars @ Lutz is a college exploration and readiness program for current seniors (must have participated in ASM Scholars their junior year). Over the course of their senior year scholars will receive guidance in preparing for college, exploring their college (4-year) and career interest, navigating the financial aid and the college application processes. In addition to meeting remotely each week, scholars can expect to complete asynchronous tasks and meet one-on-one with a mentor working toward their college completion goals!

Culinary Arts is a student-driven cooking apprenticeship provided to expose teens to a home and commercial kitchen environment, the art of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation. Teens learn the leadership roles of kitchen managers, chef managers, and sanitation supervisors and have the opportunity to take on these roles throughout the program. Through instruction and practice, teens obtain the necessary skills to plan, prepare, cook, and present a full course luncheon or dinner.

Have you every desired to study about the Universe and immerse yourself in all things space? Share your interest with other teens and experience many aspects of urban astronomy, learning the night sky, viewing and discussing space themed films, conduct physics experiments, study NASA and manned space travel/rocketry and visit area museums. You will know more about the mystery of Black Holes, examine the possibility of life in our solar system/cosmos and the robots that explore alien worlds. You will have the opportunity to observe the Moon, Sun and other celestial wonders by using telescopes and other scientific instruments. By the end of your session, you and your astro team will be prepared to present and display newly gained astronomical knowledge in this very popular S.T.E.A.M based program at ASM.

Have you every desired to study about the Universe and immerse yourself in all things space? In this 100 % Virtual Learning opportunity, you will share common interests with other teen explorers and experience many aspects of urban astronomy, learning the night sky, viewing and discussing space themed films, discussing astrophysics, study NASA missions and manned space travel. You will know more about the mystery of Black Holes, examine the possibility of life in the cosmos and the robots that explore alien worlds. You will have the opportunity to observe the Moon, planets and other celestial wonders in joint virtual observations. By the end of your session, you and your astro team will be prepared to present newly gained astronomical knowledge in this very popular S.T.E.A.M based program at After School Matters.

Would you like to become an electrical engineer? The Audio Electronics program introduces teens to electrical theory and practice. Apprentices learn basic electronics, basic soldering, metering skills, theory and practice of electrical audio concepts, and real-world repair. The curriculum teaches logic and practical workplace skills, and focuses on the successful completion of different projects.

Advanced electronics teens conceive and build their own studio mixing console from the ground up. Students are challenged to consider design concepts such as gain structure, impedance matching, equalizer design, summing mixers, proper power supply construction, and balanced outputs. Teens leave the program with an advanced understanding of the core concepts of electrical engineering theory and practice.

audioWERKS Apprentices will produce music using an all-digital platform. Youth apprentices will learn the technological aspects of the music industry by producing music using tan all-digital platform; they will learn English proficiency (song writers will participate in Literature Lab) and creative art by becoming acquainted with the five elements of hip-hop (Dj'ing, Graffiti, Break dance, MC’ing & knowledge-understanding) and the youth will learn the entrepreneurial aspects of the music industry. The entrepreneurial aspect of audioWERKS will allow the Youth apprentices to build their confidence in expressing oneself through music; and to collaborate with peers and instructor in creating a body of work for distribution.

Students in this class will learn to use 3D modeling software, vector software, and Spark AR to create their own augmented reality filters. After getting comfortable with the basics, students will make filters for different topics, including sustainability, social justice, and education.

This program focuses on exposure to Urban Agriculture, environmental/food justice, economics, health and ecology. Teens will learn about the growing cycle, nutrition, food preparation, facility operation and maintenance, project management, construction, leadership, entrepreneurship, storytelling and civic engagement, through weekly activities that include, presentations, daily journaling, and hands-on gardening projects.

Auto Mechanics @ Prosser is an introductory program to all things auto mechanics. Meeting only on Saturdays, teens will learn remotely, using their CPS provided laptop or an ASM provided tablet. They will work as a group to learn about automotive wiring, wheel balancing, engine design, suspension components, etc. Teens will be responsible for doing at home model build projects as well as group work, lectures and presentations.

Join Aztec Dance Chicago to learn about pre-Hispanic, folkloric and contemporary expressions of Mexica-Aztec-Nahua culture by practicing dances, native ceremonial songs, pre-Hispanic musical rhythms, and community building skills. Participate in field trips and workshops with local dance groups and various experts in Native cultures and Aztec dance. In sharing skills gained through program, teens work together to plan and host community workshops and presentations showcasing concepts, songs, community building activities and dances.

Learn Aztec dances, percussion and drum rhythms and become a cultural promoter with Aztec Dance Chicago program. Teens learn the mechanics and symbolism of dance steps, Native songs and rhythms. Cultural games and crafts allow us to create a fun, familiar and safe environment. Native cultural concepts provide an alternative outlook of nature and life experiences. By the end of program participants will have shared several cultural workshops and presentations with the community.

In this program the teens will learn the basics of sanitation, ingredient function, proper kitchen tool uses, and measurements. They will be working on baking techniques, packaging, and presentation. This program not only focuses on baking, but also on entrepreneurship in the baking industry.

This program is only for students from Vaughn Occupational High School.

Band Techniques is designed for aspiring teens who wish to gain experience in marching band. This curriculum is designed to prepare young leaders for teaching music and marching through the process of learning an entire marching show including music, body moves and marching fundamentals and techniques. This will expose these teens to technical exercises, warm up routines and performance charts that will challenge each individual and develop them during the program. Teens will learn how to collaborate, use team building skills and goal setting skills while learning to play a musical instrument. During the sessions since we will have a lot of new teens that never played before, we will teach a lot of traditional drum techniques. For the students who are not beginners we will do modern drum techniques. For the wind instrument players that are not beginners we will gave them experience on trying new instruments and focus on learning more music with an uptempo feel.

Join the Bandwith - Hope Jr. Junior Drumline Program and learn percussion instruction and ensemble performance experience. Teens learn the history of American Drumline culture, as well as the experience of setting and working toward individual and communal goals as we prepare for our culminating performance. This program offers teens access to one of the many opportunities to be musically expressive, as well as to be part of Chicago's cultural fabric.

This program will provide an orientation into a career filled with unlimited potential, one that can propel you in many directions as you may become a confident and successful professional. This program will consist of an introduction to the fundamentals of Barbering. Students will be introduced to the ever-growing,ever-evolving, ever-changing and fascinating hair industry.Students will be introduced to new and current techniques, new products and a variety of job opportunities. Students will learn basic personal grooming methods as well as life skills and how to present a strong professional image. Students will also be introduced to knowing how to build your own business. Students will learn how to market themselves as an entrepreneur in the barbering profession

This Basketball Officiating Internship at Gately is the chance for teens with IHSA experience to officiate actual grade school basketball games! Get a jump on your work experience while earning money while working around your academic schedule.

This Basketball Officiating Internship at Tuley Park is the chance for teens with IHSA experience to officiate actual grade school basketball games! Get a jump on your work experience while earning money while working around your academic schedule.

Train to become a confident and proficient sports official, who is qualified to be licensed and registered with the Illinois High School Association (IHSA). Experience hands on education, training and skills development necessary to manage and control a game of basketball, thereby providing players the best possible experience playing the game within the guidelines of National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) rules. For teens 17 and older, this is also an opportunity to obtain an IHSA license as a sports official which enables you to earn money working as an independent contractor around your academic schedule.

Train to become a confident and proficient sports official, who is qualified to be licensed and registered with the Illinois High School Association (IHSA). Experience hands on education, training and skills development necessary to manage and control a game of basketball, thereby providing players the best possible experience playing the game within the guidelines of National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) rules. For teens 17 and older, this is also an opportunity to obtain an IHSA license as a sports official which enables you to earn money working as an independent contractor around your academic schedule.

The Bessie Coleman Aviation All-Stars program offers teens the opportunity to explore the aviation industry. Teachers and tutors give teens a background in math, engineering, aeronautics, science, social science, and the history of African American aviators. Throughout the apprenticeship, participants build connections between their personal goals and real world experience through hands-on activities, field trips, and professional exposure. We also try to ensure teens obtain their drone certification

Bikes N’ Roses (BNR) is a youth-founded, youth-led bike collaborative and after school program in which teens learn to build and repair bikes while developing communication and entrepreneurial skills through interaction with real customers and helping run a business. BNR promotes biking in the community as a healthy, affordable form of transportation and offers youth a comprehensive bike curriculum, in-depth youth development opportunities, and connections to community and industry partners.

Bikes N’ Roses (BNR) is a youth-founded, youth-led bike collaborative and after school program in which teens learn to build and repair bikes while developing communication and entrepreneurial skills through interaction with real customers and helping run a business. BNR promotes biking in the community as a healthy, affordable form of transportation and offers youth a comprehensive bike curriculum, in-depth youth development opportunities, and connections to community and industry partners. In the internship program you will be taking more of an independent leadership role.

Kizin Creole Culinary art program is for teens who are curious about cooking. If you love food and have a passion for being in the kitchen, this program will guide you in becoming the aspiring chef that you are. Consider joining this program and let’s celebrate our love for food through different cultural lenses!

Want to learn how to make jewelry, soap, and other body care products? Brand BUILD engages young men and women in a unique program that teaches teens how to create a variety of products while also helping teens acquire the skills necessary to build their own business. In addition, instructors and youth facilitate group discussions on current and relevant events that effect local communities in order to engage all individuals in the group to promote personal and professional growth. If you like making things then Brand BUILD is a great program to explore your creativity!

When doing production there are 3 phases you go through. Pre production, production, and post production. Here you will learn all 3 phases and the importance of planning (pre-production). Students will learn to create paperwork, camera shots and angles, lighting, microphone patterns and types, and editing. Our job is to prepare you for the production world and to think outside of the box. We also encourage you to use the art of production as your voice for social issues.

Are you interested in business? In economic justice? In learning how you can use business as a force for good? "Build Your Brand" will give you an understanding of the fundamentals of social entrepreneurship. Participants will engage directly with Chicago Fair Trade's broad network of local social entrepreneurs and ethical business professionals who will help you develop and hone your ethical business skills.

Students will learn to collaborate with fellow designers to create a cohesive fashion exhibition. Each student will contribute designs to their group's exhibition, and realize an element from their favorite design. The designers will experiment with paint, markers, and colored pencils to create dynamic fashion renderings, and explore clothing pattern creation, alteration and garment construction.

Stipend based. Helix Interns will serve as members of our Helix Chicago and Helix Cafe staff. The Helix Business Internship will be a hands-on internship where participants will learn what it means to be a business owner and entrepreneur in 2021. Participants can anticipate working on a business team and developing real-world products for Helix Cafe and Helix Chicago. This fall will focus on Helix Cafe's operations, marketing and financial performance as well as launching Helix's entrepreneurship and coding after school program. HYBRID IN PERSON AND ONLINE WITH VACCINE MANDATE FOR IN PERSON EVENTS.

Business Beyond the Game is a program created to shine light on the many jobs and careers within the sports industry. This program should bring awareness to the many possibilities "beyond the game".

Stipend based. The program provides homework tutoring and academic enrichment for participants ages 6-14 years old. The program focuses on improving core subjects such as reading, writing, and math while also facilitating activities and building positive relationships to help students develop confidence, leadership and self-esteem. Program staff collects student report cards, engages in youth goal-setting, and meets with parents bi-annually to track student progress. Provide homework help and academic mentoring for youth (most enrolled at CPS schools) who may not often receive the individualized attention they need. Provide a safe space for youth to engage in positive behaviors and develop life skills. Engage in activities designed to build self-esteem, encourage positive development, strengthen community, and provide opportunity for creativity. Expose youth to positive, motivated role models. Create a safe space where youth feel safe expressing socio-emotional issues. Engage with families around youth academic issues, study strategies, and school involvement. Foster youth growth academically and socio-emotionally

Spend this fall learning about how to take amazing photos and traveling to neighborhoods across the city! In this session, we will take three field trips to explore the city and learn more about the history of Chicago. Some of the neighborhoods we will have traveled to in previous sessions are Pilsen, Uptown, Hyde Park and Bridgeport. Though journaling, map drawing & exploring you will create a tour of your neighborhood and use photography to tell your story. Possible group projects include a video slideshow, website & blog work.

Have you worked with clay before either on the wheel or hand building? If so and you want to continue to advance your skills, this might be a great program for you. In this program, teens will learn more advanced throwing and hand building techniques as well as the chemistry behind glazes and how to load kilns.

Want to learn to make your own avatar? This program introduces teens to concept and fantasy art. Teens will learn to research, develop, and execute artwork through personal and group brainstorming, iteration, and critique. Over the 10 weeks, teens will go through concept-to-actual character pipeline that they will be able to apply to any other activity in their lives.

Teens, are you ready to embark on the journey of learning about the extraordinary and beautiful world of Chess? If you answered yes, then, Chess WERKS is a pathway for teens to discover a world where science, logical reasoning, visualization, strategy & execution, as well as competition are all fused creating the Royal Game of Chess. If you are interested please apply. Chess WERKS is open to beginners and chess masters. Upon completion of the course, teens will have gained an understanding of the game of chess; contextual knowledge of the essential principles of the game, and their correct way of using, as well as assess various situations and game combinations. This accumulated knowledge will be demonstrated during the teens culminating event, which will be an online tournament with competing programs.

On your way to becoming the next great designer? Come discover why design matters. We’ll explore our city and learn how architecture, the city's history and the built environment impact our daily lives. At the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) you'll virtually collaborate on the process of hands-on studio projects, meet experts and professionals, and develop solutions to real world design challenges. Students curious about design, architecture, engineering, urban planning or just making a difference in their community will enjoy this advanced apprenticeship.

Help manage an urban farm! Through hands-on work you will learn the skills to grow fresh produce for yourself and others, transferable job skills, and insight to how food and food systems affect our daily lives. Crew members learn all the techniques central to growing food (watering, seeding, harvesting, compost making, carpentry) and running the businesses on our urban farm (customer service) as well as nutrition and culinary knowledge, public speaking, and more. Join us!

Chitown Champions Adapt&Lead Coding Basics A fun and safe space to help teens develop their identity, identify their strengths and acknowledge aspects of their lives they’d like to continue to develop, while strengthening Leadership, Financial IQ and Beginner Coding.

The Civic Studios program is a studio workshop experience focused on digital media and civic engagement: film production, music recording, graphic design, and digital art. Be a part of the Civic Studios' creative team and work with professional artists to create digital ads, music videos, documentaries, and social media content that promotes a community cause. Students will work on a production crew and will have the opportunity to use their voice to make a positive impact in the community.

The Civic Studios | Instituto program is a creative studio workshop experience focused on digital media and civic engagement: film production, music recording, graphic design, and digital art. Program participants will work under the direction of professional artists to tell the story of Instituto and help preserve Latino culture through digital media and ART. Students will work on Civic Studios' creative team to create digital ads, promotional videos, and social media content. Participants will have the opportunity to share their voice and creativity to help make a positive impact in the community.

Civic Studios presents Digital Media Studio workshop experience, that will focus on helping minority-owned businesses grow and prosper through digital media content production. Students will work with smartphones, cameras, laptops, and Adobe software to create PSA videos, music videos, promotional graphics and social media content. Program activities include: Digital Film Production & Editing, Sound Design, Screenwriting & Storyboarding, Digital Art & Graphic Design, and Social Media. Students enrolled in the program will work under the direction of industry professionals and receive professional/career guidance. Participants will make a direct impact on their community, while learning how to create digital media content.

Stipend based. CMAA is seeking part-time youth tutors to provide hands on support for CMAA’s Diverse Young Leaders after school program. Youth tutors will provide daily tutoring and homework help services for 7 hours per week. Core subjects include reading, writing, math, and science and work with youth directly. CMAA’s Diverse Young Leaders after school program serves Asian American, Black, African American, and Hispanic youth from low-income immigrant and refugee families, focusing on K-8th grade. Candidates will be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment and be able to work with students both one-on-one and in small groups. This position is an excellent opportunity to learn about and engage in various ethnic and low-income communities in the Chicagoland area, gain exposure to the nonprofit sector, and to contribute to a high-energy team dedicated to supporting Uptown’s local immigrant, refugee, and minority youth populations. Youth tutors will be responsible for: assisting students with homework; preparing lesson plans, worksheets, and additional classroom materials; planning extracurricular activities as needed; and monitoring youth directly. Youth tutors will be providing one-on-one and group homework help over two to three shifts per week. Tutoring subjects include but are not limited to math, English/language arts (mainly reading, spelling, grammar, and essay writing for older students), science, and social studies. Youth tutors will be asked to build strong, positive relationships with CMAA’s youth clients and their families. Youth tutors may also be asked to complete other duties as assigned by CMAA's Program Manager of Youth Services.

Our goal is to build computer science capacity. Students begin with the Design Thinking process and brainstorm mobile and web apps they can build that solve everyday community problems. Students then learn User Interface/User Experience Design to build and test their prototype apps. Students then learn programming fundamentals to build apps with Python. Finally, students learn Sales and Marketing basics. At the end of the program, students have experienced the full app development process and leave with a fully functioning application. Additionally, students leave with confidence for tech skills and the understanding of the many career opportunities in tech. Our methods focus on (1.) project-based learning, (2.) career-based skills training and (3.) future readiness. First, students retain more when their learning connects to their lives and when they engage with the content as they learn. We show how tech skills can solve community problems that are relevant to everyday lives. Second, students are exposed to the fastest-growing, in-demand career opportunities and learn from leaders in those fields. Third, students practice the resilience, problem solving, teamwork and proactivity that is needed to face the future with confidence.

Colored Girls are Cover Girls utilizes poetry, spoken word, theater, music and other forms of cultural expression as means to create change, impact lives, build relationships and stimulate growth among teenage girls of color. Teens learn to write creatively, passionately, powerfully and unashamedly and use their stories as valuable tools to educate their peers and communities on issues directly relating to inner-city teenage girls such as: violence, absent fathers, body image, adolescent sexual health and interpersonal communication. Our program genuinely believes that lives can be changed and relationships can be repaired through the art of spoken word.

Are you interested in practiced drawing, inking, and coloring comics? Do you enjoy cartoons, superheroes, illustration, and anime, then this is the art studio for you! Create your own character and story and illustrate it with our new program. Learn about the process of creating comics, drawings, and making art from pencil, pen, marker, color pencil. If your inspired and have creative imagination join us at the Comicbook Art Studio.

Explore interactive theater techniques and hone your voice as actors and citizens! The Community Actors Apprenticeship is oriented toward social justice and positions teen performers as powerful actors in both art and society. This apprenticeship cultivates teen creativity, social development, and leadership and inspires them to make a positive difference. Teens work together to create a short play or collection of scenes that respond to community issues and organize an accompanying public event.

Stipend based. Teens will be working with youth ages 5-13 enrolled in our summer camp. Teens will be responsible for supervision of youth and working with year-round staff to provide a safe and fun environment for our members. Teens will also be responsible for working in a team setting to better serve our young members. Teens will be asked to share ideas for games, crafts or any other activities with a focus on Covid-19 safety protocols for activities. Teens will be responsible for leading their group of youth with the activity they worked on. They will be responsible for gathering and supplies needed, to instructing the youth and then executing their planned activity. In addition to working with youth teens will get hands on career readiness skills as they will be working on time management, communication with various age groups, including but not limited to youth, peers, executive staff and year round staff, team building, conflict resolution, interview readiness and group work.

In Community Influenced Pop Art teens complete small assignments merging elements from their environment/community with traditional painting techniques. Assignments may include portraiture, color wheels, caricature, and collages and emphasize individual artistic and creative growth. At the conclusion of the program each teen will have an individual portfolio of vibrant contemporary pop art that is relevant to the community and will have worked together with the whole team to create a group mural.

Contemporary Painting Studio is a combination of fundamental drawing and painting instruction and an investigation of how contemporary artists use various subjects to convey narrative, history, identity and metaphor through the visual arts. Teens develop a strong fundamental technical knowledge of the visual arts and learn how to apply those skills to create work that is professional, provokes thought, and encourages positive dialogue on the state of our community. Teens are encouraged to find visual resources that reflect their authentic voice, centered around the theme of Chicago as community. At the end of the program apprentices present their work in the form of a cohesive group exhibition.

Howard Area Convention Connection has 3 different Departments: GAME DESIGN: Do you want to make your own video games? In this department you will code/ and create video games that focus on addressing the challenges you, as a Teen, see in your community and in the world. We will be addressing the thought of “how can we all better take care of the only Earth that we get?” Your games can either be 2D or 3D and we will be using Scratch and Unreal. Career Possibilities: Engineer, Game Programmer, Game Designer CONTENT CREATION: Do you want to make a successful Youtube channel or Twitch channel? This department is for all those interested in joining a team of young people making successful Youtube channels and Twitch channels with a combination of various shows your friends and family can tune into weekly. For those who are illustrators, this is the opportunity to also create emojis in order to engage audiences for streamers as well. Career Possibilities: Social Media Manager, Broadcaster, Reporter, Video Editor, Sound Engineer, Graphic Designer eSPORTS: Do you want to create Broadcast Shows focused on eSports tournaments and make tutorials for competitive gaming. These are the same games that colleges and Universities are offering scholarships to attend their schools. We will help you with applying for these scholarship opportunities as well. Additionally, if you are interested in training for competing in local tournaments around the Chicago then this may be right for you. Career Possibilities: Tournament Organizer, Event Coordinator, eSports Coach, Streamer

The Creative Writing program provides an environment for teens to express themselves through stories. Teens learn the importance of voice, audience, intent, imagery, and organization in writing through discussion and analysis of works from a diverse group of published authors as well as by sharing their own original work with the group on a weekly basis. The group explores many different narrative forms as the teens work toward producing written stories of publishable quality. The teens also read their stories at venues throughout the City of Chicago.

Creator is a unique jewelry making and business marketing program specializing in hand crafted jewelry. Creator teaches teens how to use raw materials and their creativity to make "something out of nothing" and "jewelry out of anything." Teens learn a variety of jewelry making techniques and business marketing skills. Teens exhibit their pieces and develop a portfolio of their work.

Got a great CROSSOVER? In this program, teens build ball-handling skills, teamwork, and work experience while preparing to cross over from high school to success. Making the gym their own, CROSSOVER teens become master players, regulation experts, trainers, and recreation professionals, hosting their own open play events, camps and tournaments.

Got a great CROSSOVER? In this program, teens build ball-handling skills, teamwork, and work experience while preparing to cross over from high school to success. Making the gym their own, CROSSOVER teens become master players, regulation experts, trainers, and recreation professionals, hosting their own open play events, camps and tournaments.

Teens joining the CVTN film program work with a master teacher to create original works in video including PSAs, short documentary, and fictional story telling. Beginning with creative brainstorming and team building activities, the instructor will create a safe, creative environment where apprentices feel at ease jumping into the creative process. The video piece the teens create is made available to share within their school, program location and the community.

Join Culinary Arts and learn culinary skills and perfect the basic techniques of cooking and baking. Apprentices receive the foundational training necessary to obtain jobs in the culinary hospitality industry and develop skills that allow them to prepare healthy and sustainable meals for themselves and their families. The program also focuses on cake decorating, table setting, and catering for large groups. For their final presentation, the apprentices prepare a cake display and dinner for the community, family, ASM staff members, and the media.

Attention all future Top Chefs!!! In the Culinary Buffet program, apprentices learn the cooking skills and methods needed in a professional kitchen. Apprentices recreate an international based menu daily, and through their own interpretation, present plated products for digital documentation. The teens explore their creativity by finding culinary inspiration in life and other art forms. By participating in training and practice exercises, teens develop job readiness in the culinary field, establishing skill sets and foundational knowledge of the culinary arts, and gain exposure to a variety of new foods and flavors.

Culinary Arts teens learn to craft recipes by taking a fresh look at the world of food, utilizing various types of cooking techniques focusing on meal preparation that incorporate budget-friendly ingredients with healthier eating options that can appeal to their entire family. Teens develop,cook and taste different recipes daily, while building and enhancing their skills in teamwork, communication, social awareness and leadership. Teens are also introduced to needed skills and processes of working in the front of the house of a food service business, which includes customer service, customer relations, different menu types and service set-up which makes them better skill ready for their new job. Sr. teens are given the opportunity to get certified as food service handler, which required by law in the state of Illinois. Teens showcase all they have learn throughout in the program by hosting dinner buffet for family, friends, and community members.

In the Culinary Arts program, apprentices learn the cooking skills and methods needed in a professional kitchen. Apprentices recreate an international based menu daily, and through their own interpretation, present plated products for digital documentation. The teens explore their creativity by finding culinary inspiration in life and other art forms. By participating in training and practice exercises, teens develop job readiness in the culinary field, establishing skill sets and foundational knowledge of the culinary arts, and gain exposure to a variety of new foods and flavors.

Culinary Fusion at Dunbar provides real world experiences for teens interested in learning how to cook different foods. Teens will work on basic culinary skills and techniques and will develop their own original recipes which will be included in their their culinary Portfolio. At the end of the program students will showcase their portfolio with some of their favorite dishes and share their culinary experience with family and members of the community. Teens will also gain knowledge in culinary and hospitality related education and careers.

Stipend Based. CYC Motivators of the Future Interns will learn the fundamentals of mentoring young entrepreneurs. During the program they will become familiar with 21st Century skills and Positive Youth development to become future providers of youth programs. Interns will explore several vocational skills that allows them to create a program for mentoring youth and encourage their skills and/or passions for a specific age/grade group that allows youth to increase their skills for becoming an entrepreneur.

Our city is impacted by so many things, often what is needed is safety and fun for our inner artist. How can you discover your inner dance artist? This programs heals, inspires, and trains teens to discover their inner dancer through stress relief activities through movement, wellness, and choreography focused on self-expression in today's society.

Dance Exploration is a beginner level program for diverse learners that fuses urban/technical dance and popular culture. Mentors expose teens to the original principles and values of hip hop while also teaching basic dance technique and choreography. Throughout the program, teens develop confidence in their physical skills and foster their creativity.

Dance Ensemble is a beginner level program for diverse learners that fuses urban/technical dance and popular culture. Mentors expose teens to the original principles and values of hip hop while also teaching basic dance technique and choreography. Throughout the program, teens develop confidence in their physical skills and foster their creativity.

Dance for L.I.F.E. 2 is an integrated dance program where teens learn will to dance while working on critical life skills that prepares them for college and careers. Dance for L.I.F.E. 2 focuses on learning, inspiring, feelings, expression, and empowerment of teens in an environment that is conducive to their positive growth and skill development. Teens produce and direct a state-of-the-art final presentation that includes dance, visuals, and discussion.

Led by the University of Chicago Arts + Public Life, this apprenticeship cultivates teens’ creativity, social development, and leadership, and inspires them to make a positive difference through careers in the arts. Teens work in teams to create a community-based design project that responds to a local need, build their project in the woodshop using hand tools and power tools, and support other local build projects.

Design.Build.Grow.Eat explores the connection between people and Nature, which is age old. Disconnection affects our individual and community health. So DBGE reconnects teens to opportunities to impact their local environment — growing, designing, cooking, even in our own homes. Teens learn about the process of farming and the concept of whole food - strengthening their knowledge of the environment and their ability to make a positive impact on it to create peace and produce! Teens gain technical skills in scale drawing, designing, identification of plant parts (and much more), while learning the ways food is sourced, and whether all food is local, especially in city centers (and other aspects of food justice). Ultimately, teens learn more about themselves through finding the origins of the foods that are special to their families, and we build community through sharing these with each other.

Design.Build.Grow.Eat guides youth in designing and implementing a community garden, with environmental-friendly features. Teens are introduced to community farming through the inclusion of on-site urban garden plots. Teens learn about the process of farming and the concept of whole food - strengthening their knowledge of the environment and their ability to make a positive impact on it to create peace and produce!

Design.Build.Grow.Eat guides youth in designing and implementing a community garden, with environmental-friendly features. Teens are introduced to community farming through the inclusion of on-site urban garden plots. Teens learn about the process of farming and the concept of whole food - strengthening their knowledge of the environment and their ability to make a positive impact on it to create peace and produce!

Design.Build.Grow.Eat explores the connection between people and Nature, which is age old. Disconnection affects our individual and community health. So DBGE reconnects teens to opportunities to impact their local environment — growing, designing, cooking, even in our own homes. Teens learn about the process of farming and the concept of whole food - strengthening their knowledge of the environment and their ability to make a positive impact on it to create peace and produce! Teens gain technical skills in scale drawing, designing, identification of plant parts (and much more), while learning the ways food is sourced, and whether all food is local, especially in city centers (and other aspects of food justice). Ultimately, teens learn more about themselves through finding the origins of the foods that are special to their families, and we build community through sharing these with each other.

Teens in Digital Imagination explore various aspects of digital technology such as robotics, coding, video game design, photo/video/audio editing, drone flight, 3D printing, 3D modeling/CAD and website/graphics design. Teens take part in activities to develop skills in leadership, professionalism, constructive communication and digital presentation. Career portfolios include paper/video/QR code resumes, cover letters and mock interviews. Instructors provide hands-on learning experiences customized to prepare each teen to attain their career goals through career readiness and professionalism training and increased technical skills. Teens showcase what they learn through a final public presentation highlighting their experiences in the Digital Imagination program.

Teens work hands-on with digital video equipment and software that gives them experience in the digital media career field. They are part of small-film production crews and are challenged to research, articulate, think critically and work collaboratively to produce short, independent films that reflect themselves and their community. Teens visually tell stories by creating relationships between image and sound through compelling narratives.

Design and compositional elements of photography: The 7 principles of art and design are balance, rhythm, pattern, emphasis, contrast, unity and movement. Use the elements of art and design – line, shape/form, space, value, color and texture – to create a composition as a whole. The elements of art and design are the tools of visual artists. Learn to use these principles to create stunning photographs with your phone camera.

Learn to make your own movies in CTVN’s Digital Video Production program. In this remote program, apprentices will learn the skills needed to tell their stories using mobile devices for video production. Apprentices will work on both collaborative and individual projects in a variety of styles, including documentary, narrative, and animation. Learn to collaborate and think creatively to create a final longer movie.

Engage in all aspects of video production suitable for broadcast, web-cast, and public screenings! Teens learn digital video camera operation, lighting, sound recording, interview techniques and video editing computer software. Teens apply these skills to produce videos based on complex narratives they write based on issues of immediate concern to their communities, During production, each teen completes specific tasks that build their technical or storytelling skills and aids the team in the completion of the finished video.

Participants in Taft's Digital Video Production program focus on video production. Teens learn the fundamental skills and techniques of creating professional video including using the latest software and technology including Adobe Premiere Pro, HD camcorders, & studio-quality audio gear. Final projects may include short films, music videos, documentaries, promotional videos, or other forms of visual storytelling.

Explore the basics of graphic design with hands-on projects and an introduction to careers and professionals in design and the applied arts. Mentored by design instructors, branding professionals, and guest presenters.

Develop your personal style and improve your graphic design skills while mastering professional digital design tools. You’ll explore graphic design careers and gain real-world experience to prepare you for further study and/or practice in the field of design. We create print on demand products such as tee-shirts, buttons, and more to be sold in the ASM Gift Shop. Explore the connections between design and everyday life while building your own unique design portfolio. Twitter: @DigVisionaries Instagram: digitalvisionaries

If you are interested learning about music production and mixing this may be the program for you. In the Foundations of Deejaying program, teens will learn the art of selecting and mixing music for a variety of events, occasions and audiences. These fundamentals are transferable to several industries including music production, film, television and radio. Additionally, teens will be exposed to the social aspects and professional soft skills required to be a successful deejay.

A DJ program that will teach participants foundational skills to basic beat matching, mixing and a general understanding of various DJ equipment, including: controllers, mixers, and sounds setup. This program is intended to give participants a holistic understanding of the culture of DJing by being able to physically participate (virtually) and being able to ask any and all questions that will better equip them with the necessary tools to grow in this craft.

The Drama and Musical Theater Program enables teens to explore the world of stage performance. Students develop performance and leadership skills in the areas of acting, singing, and dancing with additional opportunities for participation in sound, lighting, and stage crews. The program will culminate in a minimum of two and up to four performances for students, teachers, families, and the Brighton Park community.

In Drawing And Sketching Techniques we will be learning how to draw step by step various objects and subjects and will focus on different ways to approach a drawing with pen and pencil, colored pencils, markers or charcoals. Teens will also develop the skills of composition and blending and sketching their concepts on paper. By building the teens self awareness teens will be able to build on their self confidence and self worth. The huge bonus of this course is that the teens can later use the skills they learn in the program and make profitable monetary income after they finish the session

The Dreamchasers University Program focuses on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, workforce readiness, mental health awareness, and character development for young men and women in grades five thru twelve. Dreamchasers United is committed to creating healthy communities by preparing our youth to be civically engaged professionals. The program is delivered by passionate volunteers that act as program facilitators as well as mentors for our youth. The program is structured as an open discussion forum combined with activities, projects, and field trips that manage to keep the students very interested and involved. Our outcomes are measured by positive increases in each students grades, attendance and behavior. Students learn the steps to S.M.A.R.T. goal setting to establish career goals for themselves then learn economic models to achieve them. Students will learn to tie ties, create a vision board, a resume and business plan. This model gives students a clearer focus on what is important. Clarity in decision making, provides motivation, gives students a sense of purpose in life and gives students a sense of control of their future.

The Dreamchasers University Program focuses on financial literacy, entrepreneurship, workforce readiness, mental health awareness, and character development for young men and women in grades five thru twelve. Dreamchasers United is committed to creating healthy communities by preparing our youth to be civically engaged professionals. The program is delivered by passionate volunteers that act as program facilitators as well as mentors for our youth. The program is structured as an open discussion forum combined with activities, projects, and field trips that manage to keep the students very interested and involved. Our outcomes are measured by positive increases in each students grades, attendance and behavior. Students learn the steps to S.M.A.R.T. goal setting to establish career goals for themselves then learn economic models to achieve them. Students will learn to tie ties, create a vision board, a resume and business plan. This model gives students a clearer focus on what is important. Clarity in decision making, provides motivation, gives students a sense of purpose in life and gives students a sense of control of their future.

Students are introduced to the basic auto body repair skills. Safety rules are taught, explained, and emphasized throughout the class

Does the politics of food interest you? We will explore culinary science to practice techniques at home and build your cooking and baking skills all while having fun!

The program is designed to help fan the flames of curiosity, to help people showcase humanities and to build community. The skills required to do this center around organizational abilities and communication through email, on the phone and in person. Teens will utilize Google Drive to organize and I will help them with writing emails. Teens will have their hands in social media, marketing, poster design, curation, communication, community building, planning, scheduling, execution and collaboration. Hopefully there will be some problems along the way since that will be our greatest teacher. -- A dream would be able to help teens connect, collaborate and hold events with other teens across the city and in the ASM family.

The Experimental Comics program will introduce teens to the expansive possibilities of creating sequential art with original characters. Teens will learn the process of planning and executing a comic book; how to use a variety of unusual materials like brush and ink, charcoal, and gouache; and practice observational drawing. It's "experimental" because we'll try out many different ways of making images and narratives - there are no limits to the stories and characters we'll create. This isn't a typical superhero or manga art program!

The Experimental Comics program will introduce teens to the expansive possibilities of creating sequential art with original characters. Teens will learn the process of planning and executing a comic book; how to use a variety of materials like brush-tip liner pens, markers, color pencils, and graphite; and practice observational drawing. It's "experimental" because we'll try out many different ways of making images and narratives - there are no limits to the stories and characters we'll create. This isn't a typical superhero or manga art program!

Join Project Exploration to learn about the impact of coding, technology, robotics and engineering on our world! Build and create while learning about the ins and outs of design. Get ahead and boost your resume with the valuable skills you will learn during this program!

This unique arts program offered by Ignition Community Glass introduces teens to glass making and the critical elements of collaboration, problem solving, trust, discipline and focus required in this art form. It also introduces teens to the natural elements of math, engineering and science that naturally threads through glass making. Teens will learn the art of glass making with a focus on glassblowing, glass sculpting and lamp working. Students engage in the dynamic process of designing and creating public installation pieces, while working individually and in groups. This program provides a safe after-school environment to experiment, incubate ideas and explore the arts, under the guidance of teaching-artist mentors.

Interested in learning more about LatinX food and culture? Have you ever wondered more about the different latin restaurants across the city? Chicago is home to many LatinX communities with rich culture and food. In this program you will begin to explore Latinx dishes and discover the culture behind how these dishes are prepared.

In Fashion Design at Dyett, teens will learn the fashion-related vocational skills of pattern cutting & making as well as the contemporary batik wax-resist fabric dyeing technique. Through an array of guest speakers and field trips, Fashion Design there is also possibilities for potential mentorship, internship, and job opportunities; from Chicago’s local fashion industry to those in West African fashion markets.

In Fashion Design at King, learn the basics of fashion design and the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. Through an array of activities, projects guest speakers and field trips, we will also expose you to potential mentorship and entrepreneurial opportunities in Chicago’s local fashion industry.

This program is only for students from Vaughn Occupational High School.

Students in this class will use professional cameras and lighting in the studio and on location to create cutting-edge fashion shoots that showcase Chicago styles. We will use Adobe Lightroom and photoshop to create displays of work, including an online portfolio

FashionWERKS has two components. Sewing and Fashion Design. Fashion has range. It involves Construction, Deconstruction, and textile art, that teaches youth apprentices the basics of Sewing and Creative Design. FashionWERKS is also an innovative, youth-centered social entrepreneurship program where Teens learn the fundamentals of artistic self-expression as well as the inner workings of the business of Fashion. FashionWERKS will aid youth apprentices in planning, designing, developing, creating, marketing and how to selling his or her own final product.

Teens will learn to create fabric sculptures and other tactile art pieces using a variety of fiber art techniques including embroidery, stitching, quilting, printing on fabric, and weaving. With artists such as Nick Cave, Bisa Butler, Toni Brogan, and Alexander Hernandez for inspiration, this course will guide teens to engage with a variety of materials to make meaningful works of art.

Interns at the Field Museum will provide general customer service including: *Greeting and directing guests *Scanning tickets into the theater, exhibits, and museum *Facilitating lines and providing support to cashiers *Asking visitors to follow public health guidelines *Other task that may be assigned. THIS WILL REQUIRE WEEKENDS ONLY.

Stipend based. Interns at the Field Museum will provide general customer service including: *Greeting and directing guests *Scanning tickets into the theater, exhibits, and museum *facilitating lines and providing support to cashiers *Asking visitors to follow public health guidelines *other task that may be assigned. THIS WILL REQUIRE WEEKENDS ONLY.

Film Foundations: Video is focused on teens new to video production. Students will learn the fundamentals of film equipment, composition, scriptwriting, production, and editing. These skills will serve as a foundation for them as they create several short video assignments on their own and put their knowledge into action. Several films will also be screened for teens in order to teach film critique and give inspiration for their assignments. Students of this class should walk away with a better understanding and confidence of video, ready for the next step of creating short films.

Film Making 101 is a program that covers the role and responsibility of a director in script development, pre-production, production and post production. Teens learn to tell a story cinematically, use the camera as a tool, prepare a script analysis and engage in the casting and rehearsal process with actors.

FireWorks is a glassblowing and ceramics program in Garfield Park! Teens will work together, building the foundational skills to pursue independent creative projects in these amazing materials.

The First Jobs Cube Project will be a fun and interactive opportunity to develop videos, podcasts, and other social media content to teach others how to be successful in their first job. We will explore qualities such as passion, courage, and collaboration together to create meaningful content to help others succeed. During the program you will have the opportunity to interview business owners, engage with guest speakers, and work with an app developer to create a First Jobs Cube app with all of the content you create throughout the fall.

Learn about Fitness & Nutrition with Coach Davenport! Learn fun and creative workout routines, lose weight, or just become more physically fit and stay ahead of the competition! Throughout the program there will be three key parts that we focus on the most, WHY is physically activity important, HOW to correctly perform the activities and most importantly having FUN while doing it! In our program each scholar will set their own individual goals so every workout will be at your pace. In fact, top ranking scholars will have a chance to lead the class with their own routine! The fitness & nutrition program will make sure that not only you are physically in better shape but mentally as well.

TEENS WILL ENGAGE IN INSTRUCTOR LEAD AND INDEPENDENT STUDY OF CHOREOGRAPHY TO LEARN A VARIETY OF STYLES OF DANCE. VIRTUAL PERFORMANCE WILL CONSIST OF COMBINED VIDEO FOOTAGE OF ALL TEENS.

Forward Momentum Chicago has partnered up with After School Matters to create an exciting virtual experience designed to challenge and inspire. Join FMC Dance Collaborative and work with After School Matters alumni and professional dancers to train and perform in a variety of dance styles and genres including: Ballet, African, Modern and Hip Hop. Our virtual platform is designed to allow teens to improve their dance skills, learn new choreography and expand your dance experience in this fast paced dance program!

Earth Team Apprenticeship with Friends of the Parks empowers teens to become the next generation of park advocates and Chicago environmentalists by gaining skills in Chicago ecology, organizing and activism, and resilience. Through a mix of mindful awareness, environmental explorations leveraging observation in nature, activism and civic engagement, teens will gain personal resilience practices, an understanding of environmental justice issues facing Chicago, tools to identify park and community needs, and practical ecological skills such as plant and tree identification and an innovative nature-asset-based model to view their local communities. Teens develop marketable skills, along with a passion for their surroundings and public resources that can lead to careers in policy, environmental sciences, and more!

Free Spirit Labs is a media arts and journalism program. High school participants gain skills in camera operation, audio engineering, performance, writing, editing and photography.

Handbuilding is an ancient pottery technique that involves using your hands and simple tools to form slabs, pinch, and coil clay into useful objects or sculptures. In this program, teens will learn how to make and decorate functional objects by applying these simple handbuilding techniques to fun projects. Students will leave the session with the confidence to navigate a ceramics studio, knowledge of how to professionally photograph their 3-D creations, art portfolio building, awareness of creative careers, college research basics, and several objects they will be proud to use in their everyday lives.

Future Barbers works to expose our 15 young men to the fundamentals of the art of barbering. Through Weeks 1-6, our teens will diligently work to understand the basics of being a professional barber under the guidance of driven, experienced, local, professional barbers. Through workshops, field trips to barbershops, and hands on experiences with barber equipment, our motivated students will learn the history and culture of barbering; hygienic and safe practices; how to use tools and equipment; basic cutting techniques; professional conduct in a barbershop; and more. They will use peace circles to engage in conversation while building meaningful relationships. Barbering is an important art to continue to inspire interest in because the barbershop is a crucial mentorship outlet for men and a participatory, safe and supportive environment. This project-based learning engages our students through hands-on activities in understanding how barbering has evolved to be a 21st century trade and how current innovations continue to improve the craft. We aim to show that learning a trade is a dynamic process while imparting real world skills. They will put theory into practice doing something that captures their interest and provokes thought.

Future Music Creators @ Little Village HS is a virtual music composition/production program for teens interested in making their own original music. In the program, you learn the craft of production and composition through the practice of writing your own music, recording, and performing using modern technology. All styles are welcome!! Beatmakers, rappers, singers, music for film/gaming, rock, metal, classical, electronic, trap and dance music, anything! Collaboration with other music makers in the program is encouraged, and there are opportunities to perform live and release your songs to the world on a class mixtape.

This music composition/production program is for teens interested in pursuing music technology as a career and an art form. In the program, you will learn the craft of production and composition through the practice of writing your own music, recording, and performing using modern technology.

Future Music Creators @ North Grand HS is music composition/production program for teens interested in making their own original music. In the program, you learn the craft of production and composition through the practice of writing your own music, recording, and performing using modern technology. All styles are welcome!! Beatmakers, rappers, singers, music for film/gaming, rock, metal, classical, electronic, trap and dance music, anything! Collaboration with other music makers in the program is encouraged, and there are opportunities to perform live and release your songs to the world on a class mixtape.

Diverse learners are often isolated and excluded from activities throughout their lives. Your participation in this program can help us change that! Teens in Gallery Buddies will gain a basic understanding of common intellectual disabilities and strategies for interacting with other teens who have those disabilities. This program will also partner with the diverse learner program "Gallery Exploration." Teens from Gallery Buddies will be paired with a diverse learner and spend the session supporting that teen in their program. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships, participate in social mentoring, support integration of teens with intellectual disabilities, and help to foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

This program is designed specifically for diverse learners! Teens with intellectual disabilities will be paired with a non-disabled peer from the Gallery Buddies program. During the session, teens will use art as a gateway to explore the many programs that Gallery 37 has to offer. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships and help foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

Teens in the Game Design program will learn the fundamental concepts of game design and development through play, analysis, and game making. We will play and analyze existing games (digital and analog) and then through using open source, easy access software we will create our own games.

Together with communities, the Gardeneers program empowers teens to connect with healthy food through experiential, garden-based learning. Teens learn about nutrition, the community, and nature through hands-on lessons in school gardens. As a gardener, teens will be part of planting, harvesting and eating something they’ve grown.

Together with communities, the Gardeneers program empowers teens to connect with healthy food through experiential, garden-based learning. Teens learn about nutrition, the community, and the environment through hands-on lessons in school gardens.

Together with communities, the Gardeneers program empowers teens to connect with healthy food through experiential, garden-based learning. Teens learn about nutrition, the community, and nature through hands-on lessons in school gardens.

Interns are exposed to the occupation of Youth Development and Youth Agency Administration. Teens provide direct services to GCYC Camp children and support their activities. Interns are also exposed to administrative roles and participate in career readiness development life skills training opportunities.

Gately Park interns will work alongside track meet and facility professionals to learn the basics about managing track and field events in a state-of-the-art facility. This will include managing various tasks and operating equipment as they relate to running and field events. It will also include athlete engagement activities to facilitate warmups, workouts, and drills in preparation for competitions. This is a great opportunity for teens who love track and field and want to learn more about non-athletic sports careers.

Stipend based. Are you thinking about becoming a teacher or working with children in the future? Interns will be ready to assist Girl Scout staff with delivery of youth programs activities. Girl Scout troops currently meet in-person and virtually. The right intern will be excited to work with Girl Scouts in grades K-8, ready to model leadership, and maintain a safe space for girls. Interns will help with all areas of program delivery including taking attendance, execution of activity plans, and reporting. There will also be opportunities to assist with administrative tasks and field trips. Program Facilitators will mentor interns by providing direction, constructive feedback and encouragement and in turn interns will serve as relevant and accessible role models to younger girls.

The focus of our presentation is to provide reliable information to young girls regarding their physical and social emotional well - being. It presents young girls with knowledge about their body and physiology while also emphasizing the importance of decision making, self love, and sisterhood. Our aim is to empower girls through talks with a variety of experts that will serve as educators and mentors. The girls will also partake in projects and activities to solidify the lessons they are learning.

The Glass Mosaic program engages teens who are diverse learners in the fundamentals of mosaic artistry. Apprentices develop the techniques needed for mosaics and nurture their creativity. Participants in the program will fabricate a public art mosaic mural to be placed within a city institution or park that will showcase their talent.

The Glass Mosaic program engages teens who are diverse learners in the fundamentals of mosaic artistry. Apprentices develop the techniques needed for mosaics and nurture their creativity. Participants in the program will fabricate a public art mosaic mural to be placed within a city institution or park that will showcase their talent.

This program is only for students from Northside Learning Center.

GlobalGirl Media Chicago develops the authentic voice and media literacy skills of teenaged girls in under-served communities by teaching them to create and share digital media journalism designed to ignite community activism and social change.Through training,mentoring and access to local and world-wide network of online distribution partners, GlobalGirl Media Chicago harnesses the power of new digital media to empower young women to bring their unique perspective onto the global media stage.

Teens work alongside industry professionals to install a Bricolage mural using newly acquired knowledge of public art design and traditional mosaic. Teens build leadership and cooperation skills through group projects, and learn how to meet deadlines by completing individual projects. Teens learn the fundamentals of mosaic, sculpture, photography and painting. Vigorous teamwork will result in a large scale, colorful, sparkling Bricolage in their community.

Calling all composers! Guitars Over Guns is teaming up with Curie Metro High School to offer a 6 week workshop in songwriting, performance and peer mentoring. Join mentors and practicing songwriters Andrew DeMuro & Phil Jacobson, members of local band ‘The Shades’, to learn how to write songs in popular styles including rock, pop, and Latin fusion; conduct and lead an ensemble of musicians; and learn mentoring best practices. All students will receive a composition book, a subscription to Soundtrap and an instrument of their choice for at-home practice.

Guitars Over Guns is a network of local, professional musicians who are trained in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) best practices and placed in school programs to serve as mentors for youth. The program is designed to expand opportunity sets and creative outlets for youth through music education, public performance opportunities, and industry-level experiences. Guitars Over Guns is thrilled to offer hands-on music programming that helps students overcome hardship, find their voice, and reach their potential as leaders. Along with growth in SEL and the arts, Guitars Over Guns measures academic outcomes, school attendance, and behavior improvement as indicators of success

Have you ever dreamed of creating the next Hamilton? This apprenticeship led by Guitars Over Guns mentors at Clemente Community Academy uses the backdrop of Shakespeare and other historic theatrical works as the inspiration for creating our very own, original work. Hung up on Hamlet? Let’s make Hip Hop Hamlet! Maybe we will dream up our own version of a Midsommar Night. The possibilities will be both exciting and expressive as we discover the characters behind these stories and how they relate to you. Together, we will create and perform our own original piece using music, verse, and movement that is relevant in today’s world.

This program will provide teens with exposure to the history, traditions, and contemporary applications of ceramic art. Teens will learn the different stages of the ceramic process, from plastic clay to fired glazeware and understand the chemical changes clay goes through at each stage of the making process. During the program, teens will be exposed to a variety of construction methods such as coiling and pinching, slab building, and wheel throwing. Teens will produce both sculptural and functional works. Throughout the program, teens will study the history of ceramics to connect their contemporary works to cultures and civilizations throughout history

My program is focused on exposing our feeder elementary students to a better education, studying habits, future opportunities for high school, college and careers. Our teens will be tutoring and mentoring our 3rd ,6th ,7th and 8th grade students. This program will also focus on our tutors (teens) and teach them to have patience, be supportive and be able to work and lead other people. The grades selected were considered to have the greatest need because these are the grades that retain students. Students will learn communication, leadership, dependability, and teamwork, skills. Overall, I hope to achieve healthier, resilient students on all levels and to uplift the Roseland community with more educational resources.

HHW Theater offers teens who are diverse learners the opportunity to explore the performing arts. Teens engage in music, theater, and movement activities centered in a staged performance. The program culminates in a costumed theater performance on a professional stage.

HHW Vocal Arts Ensemble focuses on music performance from various genres. Teens develop professional performance skills and techniques through master classes and one-on-one vocal sessions. Apprentices train in music pedagogy including theatrical and dance movements. Throughout the program, participants will grow in confidence and perfect their music repertoire.

The South Shore Drill Team (SSDT) is a performing arts group that does dance and precision-drilling. Teens have opportunities to travel and perform as motivators - developing leadership skills and learning to channel their energy, creativity, and drive into positive activities. SSDT strives to instill responsibility, teamwork, and self-discipline by utilizing a system that provides youth with additional responsibilities and offers more voice in activities as they mature and demonstrate their ability to lead. Teens have the opportunity to showcase what they learn during a public performance.

Stipend based. Learn about plant materials, soil, seasonal nature space management, and wildlife support. This role will give you experience on a variety of plant materials, design techniques, and environmental management. This on-site role will follow all required guidelines for safety as determined by ASM, the City of Chicago, and CPS if applicable. Skills needed: • Ability to learn an instructed task and repeat it until proficient • Willingness and preparedness to work outside in varied and possibly severely inclement weather • Interest and willingness to perform repeated, sometimes tedious and meticulous work in support of nature spaces • Physical flexibility to work with hand tools, large garden tools, in soil, kneeling and bending • Attention to varied, fine details • Basic organizational and ownership for space/tasks at hand Task Description: • Manage a specific nature space on-site at Keeler Gardens, being responsible for all work in that defined area. • Learn and perform basic horticutural tasks such as weeding, cutting flowers and branches, clean-up, watering, digging, and planting. • Assist with soil management including examining soil for health, applying powder or liquid additives or compost, and installing mulch. • Advanced opportunities may include projects, such as monitoring spaces with log book entries, feeding wildlife, facilites management, and other simple projects.

Pinqy Ring teams up with Guitars Over Guns to teach a Hip Hop and Creative Writing class at Clemente. Students learn about the music industry, rap, songwriting, performance and the power of sharing their stories. The class includes recording at a studio, releasing a project and several public performances.

Teen apprentices in the Hyde Park Art Avengers Illustration program learn about the creative process of a comic book. Teens learn the basics of sketching, drawing, storyboarding, editing and publishing and learn poster, brochure, and product design. Mural painting. Teens compose visual narratives to support compelling stories included in comic books. For a final project teens create original group and individual comic books, as well as a poster, brochure & final product design of their choice.

This online program will consist of participants will learn basic to intermediate-advance (depending on skill level and experience) speech drama, ballet, jazz, modern, ethnic, inspirational hip hop and character dancing. The performances will consist of a theme or plot that reflects a positive life skill message through dialogue and interpreted in dance routines. Participants will build their confidence by practicing scripts, speeches, and dance movements which consist of encouraging words and interpretive dance movements that will increase self-esteem, improve physical fitness and endurance while developing good work ethics through responsibility and commitment. Participants will work as a team and master coping strategies by learning how to use performing arts as a recreational outlet for stress management. Participants will also participate in script writing, leading group warm ups and creating their own dance steps for performances.

Are you ready to take your tech skills to new heights? IDEALStudent Startup Hackaton prepares our students to be the innovators, thinkers, designers, doers, and disruptors in our digital economy. Through a hackathon competition you will be presented with a complex challenge to solve. You will not only learn what programmers do to build software but how numerous other high paying fields contribute to the digital product, such as content writers, business analysts, designers and testers. Thus aligning your skills with a wide array of high-paying careers in software development. So I ask again, are you ready?

IDEALStudent Startup Hackaton prepares our students to be the innovators, thinkers, designers, doers, and disruptors in our digital economy. Through a hackathon you will be given a complex challenge to solve, join a team and present your solution to friends and family, through a friendly Demo Day Pitch competition. You will learn what programmers do to build software and how numerous other high-paying fields contribute to the digital product, such as content writers, business analysts, designers, and testers. By the end, you will align your skills with a wide array of high-paying careers in software development. So I ask again, are you ready?

VAUGHN TEENS ONLY - Improv engages students in the same exercises and games practiced by comedians like Kate Mackinnon, Leslie Jones, Melissa McCarthy, and Keenan Thompson. Students develop awareness, listening, and leadership skills that are essential to performance and personal development, all with a focus on community building and playfulness.

This program is for Vaughn Occupational HS teens only.

As a member of Intonation's Rock and Pop Band, teens develop the skills necessary to perform in a band. Daily activities include group music lessons (guitar, drum set, keyboard, vocals), rehearsals, visits from music industry professionals, and songwriting/beat making. The program will culminate with a recorded song and performance at The Promontory in Hyde Park. While teens do not need to have any previous experience playing an instrument or performing, a love for music of all kinds and an openness to new ideas and experiences is required!

As a member of Intonation's Rock and Pop Band at King HS, teens develop the skills necessary to perform in a band. Daily activities include group music lessons (guitar, drum set, keyboard, vocals), rehearsals, visits from music industry professionals, and songwriting/beat making. The program will culminate with a recorded song and performance at The Promontory in Hyde Park. While teens do not need to have any previous experience playing an instrument or performing, a love for music of all kinds and an openness to new ideas and experiences is required!

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: Culinary arts is a program for teens who are interested in furthering their cooking skills and overall food knowledge.

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: Culinary arts is a program for teens who are interested in furthering their cooking skills and overall food knowledge.

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: In this program, teens learn how to use a sewing machine by incorporating practical and experimental techniques.

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: In this program, teens learn how to use a sewing machine by incorporating practical and experimental techniques.

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: This music production program is for teens interested in pursuing music technology as a career and an art form.

FOR INTRINSIC C-DAY ONLY: The MMA program consists of alternating training days of Boxing, Muay Thai, Grappling (Wrestling/Jiu Jitsu/Judo), and Kickboxing instruction.

FOR INTRINSIC HS C-DAY: Learn design and compositional elements of photography so you can take amazing photos..

FOR INTRINSIC HS C-DAY: Learn design and compositional elements of photography so you can take amazing photos..

The Introduction to Cake Decorating program introduces teens to the art and science of decorating cakes to a professional standard. The program will include kitchen safety, recipe reading and production, baking, cake fillings, icing, piping, and common decorating techniques. Teens will have the opportunity to develop artistry and the course will culminate in designing and producing a final showpiece.

This program is beginner and multilevel friendly. The program covers drawing and painting fundamentals with an introduction to visual art practices. We will learn about historical and contemporary artists, understand traditional techniques, and conceptual forms of making. Ultimately forming new meanings as to “how” and “why” we make art in the 21st century.

This program will focus on providing teens with the knowledge of foods and cultures around the world. We will compare the cost of cooking meals at home versus eating out. We will also focus on basic cake decorating techniques in order to teach teens the skills necessary to decorate cakes and prepare basic pastries.

Storytelling in the age of a pandemic: how to use photography, video and audio to create original and attractive reporting. Whether it’s through a lens or pen, teens will get the chance to pursue a story in art, fashion, politics, community, street culture, etc. Teens will learn the basics of journalism reporting and collectively create a virtual magazine.

The J-Def Peace Project provides a safe place to implement teen skill building and creates a community of inclusion through the arts. While teens are able to be creative, they also focus on skills of human achievement, such as personal mind set and social awareness. These skills are implemented through the visual arts process where our philosophy of balance, community, and dedication to creativity leads to peace.

Teens learn from and work with a professional artist to create and display a large community mural. They address youth violence and loss and raise awareness of peace and conflict resolution through workshops and group discussions. Teens are introduced to the documentary film "19 and a Day: Life and Times of Jeff Abbey Maldonado Jr". J-Def Peace Project is an artistic effort for teens to address violence that has plagued Chicago. This project provides an opportunity for teens to propel traumatic loss into a positive part of the community of Pilsen.

J-DEF PEACE PROJECT creates and develops the skills needed to create public art murals. Our themes center on peace, education and culture in a safe and productive atmosphere. A public mural will be dedicated at the end of the program.

Teens learn from and work with a professional artist to create and display a large community mural. They address youth violence and loss and raise awareness of peace and conflict resolution through workshops and group discussions. Teens are introduced to the documentary film "19 and a Day: Life and Times of Jeff Abbey Maldonado Jr". J-Def Peace Project is an artistic effort for teens to address violence that has plagued Chicago. This project provides an opportunity for teens to propel traumatic loss into a positive part of their community.

Teens in J-Def Peace Project learn important life skills such as team work and commitment. Teens will be working on school year projects around Solorio High School.

Teens learn from and work with a professional artist to create art that speaks to the community. They address youth violence and loss and raise awareness of peace and conflict resolution through workshops and group discussions. This apprenticeship is for both talented young artists and any teens who may no be an artist yet but have the aspiration to learn!

The Jazz Big Band works on pieces encompassing the entire range of jazz styles from swing to contemporary and everything in between. We have performances in various venues throughout the city including Fitzgerald's, the Pritzker Pavillion, and Daley Plaza. In addition to regular guidance by the instructors, there will be clinics held by guest artists. We typically work on about 25 to 30 pieces each program session, so some previous experience on your instrument is necessary. It's a great opportunity to work on sight reading, jazz improvisation, and improving your general playing ability.

Professional dancers teach students multiple styles of dance including Latin, jazz, hip hop fusion, contemporary, modern, and ballet. This program focuses on technique and learning new pieces of choreography each week. A field trip for a community performance and the final showcase give students the chance to share their success with family, friends, and community stakeholders. By the end of the program students have developed skills for personal mindset, planning for success, and collaboration.

Stipend based. Students will be trained how to produce media publications. We will focus on generating story ideas, writing/composing articles or blog posts; researching and gathering facts; reviewing/editing information for publication; attending local events (virtually or in person (per COVID19 guidelines); taking notes, gathering and recording information; taking still photographs; operating camera and/or sound equipment; and utilizing video editing and graphic design software. Internship coordinator will provide career readiness information (with guest speakers (resume development; LinkedIn profiles, etc.)

Our program provides quality tennis and education activities that contribute to positive youth development, improve student academic outcomes, and provide a springboard that leads to a successful college experience and meaningful career in the workplace. Teens learn a full-range of tennis skill as well as lessons on the true essence of the sport including character development, self-awareness, respect for the game and respect for one another. Apprentices receive basic tennis skill development such as proper stroke technique, footwork, and mastering basic tennis strokes as well.

Our program provides quality tennis and education activities that contribute to positive youth development, improve student academic outcomes, and provide a springboard that leads to a successful college experience and meaningful career in the workplace. Teens learn a full-range of tennis skill as well as lessons on the true essence of the sport including character development, self-awareness, respect for the game and respect for one another. Apprentices receive basic tennis skill development such as proper stroke technique, footwork, and mastering basic tennis strokes as well.

Support Keeler Gardens in marketing efforts such as perfecting our website, social media, and other outreach projects. You will be exposed to both the creative side of content development and layout along with the technical side of themes, coding, and back-end development. Skills Needed • Knowledge of website creation - content development such as creative writing and website design • Knowledge of website creation - theme implementation, uploading content, controlling layout, and adding metadata • Coding skills a plus though not required • Ability to use smart phone/desktop/laptop/tablet for work and meetings • Exceptional organizational skills • Strong creative development skills • Strong communication and engagement skills Task Description: • Using established/adding to site map to build a comprehensive website with a clear, direct, compelling message. • Using established/updating theme, colors, layout to create an exciting, interactive experience. • Creating compleling content for existing/new pages based on and promoting Keeler Gardens mission/programs/fundraising vis the website and other methods. • Create periodic blog posts and publishing them onto the website. • Research relevant, current information to include in website and diseminate in other ways to keep our message fresh. • Add media to website with accurate and comprehnsive metadata inclusion. • Advanced opportunity of development of quality videos with narration, music, and extensive editing to include in the website.

In King High School Band students will participate in an instrumental environment where teens will learn, interpret and perform music with the highest degree of quality. Teens will think critically, going over music theory, performance and lessons of peace. The program session will conclude with a concert where teens share sections of what they've learned.

In the K.L.E.O. Performing Arts program, teens will learn how to act and perform on stage while getting hands-on interaction with various types of stage and performance equipment. Teens will gain knowledge of the theater, music and entertainment industry and work together to refine their talent, support each other and enhance skills throughout the week with performance activities and competitions.

Who Am I? In this 10-week acting intensive class, students will learn the tools to analyze a script/text, building a character, making bold choices in scene, and taking big emotional risks with text they create on their own and a text that is given to them. This class teaches acting and techniques to build on the craft and also teaches the trust of self in order to get to those necessary places, emotionally, actors need to get to. If you have any interest in Stage/TV/Film acting, this is the class for you.

The Power of the Playwright- Through this 10 week playwriting intensives, students will unleash their unique poetic voices through the form of playwriting. Through workshopping and editing amongst their peers and instructor, students will learn what it takes to build character, plot, and dialogues while staying true to their styles as writers and thinkers. Over the course of 10 weeks, each student will complete their own short plays and will have them performed by professional actors at Kuumba Lynx's culminating event, Arts Explosion. If you are interested in writing plays, movies, or TV series, and are passionate about telling stories, this is the class for you.

Come dance, choreograph, create, collaborate, learn, and perform a full dance piece on stage this season! Through the Latin dance styles of bachata, salsa, merengue, cumbia, and cha, we will learn the techniques, choreograph combinations to hit music, express ourselves, and create our own works of art. (We will also be throwing in hip-hop and some reaggeton). The program will build confidence, grow your knowledge and dancing ability, increase physical strength, creativity, and celebrate culture and heritage. It will culminate in a final show for parents and friends!

This program is only for North Side Learning Center students.

"My program will focus on learning the foundation of various latin dance styles all while developing strong relationships, leadership skills, and lifelong learners. Each skill is centered around these five themes: unity, diversity, community, pride, and empowerment. Teens will learn the various styles and genres in Latin music- old and modern. Students will learn technical choreography and performance skills and technique. We will strive to bring about the best in our members and encourage a relationship that will grow and take form over time."

Stipend based. Youth in this session of Leadership Ladder will intern at our office. Duties include: - Electronic Filling of documents and or administrative work, marketing and communication of coming fall events, data management and project development. Youth will come in after school on 2 days per week. Youth will work independently on Saturday mornings on previously noted outreach goals.

Join Leaps & Bounds to build the skills and knowledge necessary to have a successful transition into your freshman year of high school.Teens practice goal setting, time management, and study skills. Additionally, teens learn about college including the benefits of advanced education and the entrance requirements and knowledge gained during visits to college campuses. The final project of Leaps & Bounds is a performance of original works produced by the teens during the program.

Join Leaps & Bounds to build the skills and knowledge necessary to have a successful transition into your freshman year of high school. Teens practice goal setting, time management, and study skills. Additionally, teens learn about college including the benefits of advanced education and the entrance requirements and knowledge gained during visits to college campuses. The final project of Leaps & Bounds is a performance of original works produced by the teens during the program.

Learn How to Code - The fun way! Teens design a website using html, css and we will also use a free open source tool. Computer skills are obtained along with the confidence to use them. Teens will also practice public speaking and be conducting mock interviews. This will help prepared them for job interviews and learn what a real interview entails. The importance of soft skills in the profession is also vital and will discuss and practice this as well. These lessons are designed to to help the teens of today acquire the necessary skills for the future.

Want to improve your swimming? Teens will work on variety of strength and cardio exercises to become stronger swimmers as well as community building, mindfulness and other skills useful for all aspects of life.

Les Enfants Dance Program integrates song and dance taught through cultural context. Our goal is to empower teens through exposure to dance as an art form, professional opportunity and tool of expression. Les Enfants’ objectives are to introduce teens to a variety of dance styles, foster artistic growth of personal and professional discipline through dance. Teens are introduced to ballet and modern for classical training. To fulfill our mission and title, teens learn traditional African, Caribbean and Latin dances. We often remind ourselves that the race is not for the swift, but to those who endure till the end.

Love to dance? Join Les Enfants Dance (LED) and develop your skills in the art of dance theater performance. Become a stronger, more disciplined student, professional and world citizen through exposure to work, culture and art. Engage with guest artists to learn different styles of choreography and learn about a professional career in dance performance. Challenge yourself to think creatively and work with other teens to choreograph, rehearse, and perform dances all over the City of Chicago!

Les Enfants Dance Program integrates song and dance taught through cultural context. Our goal is to empower teens through exposure to dance as an art form, professional opportunity and tool of expression. Les Enfants’ objectives are to introduce teens to a variety of dance styles, foster artistic growth of personal and professional discipline through dance. Teens are introduced to ballet and modern for classical training. To fulfill our mission and title, teens learn traditional African, Caribbean and Latin dances. We often remind ourselves that the race is not for the swift, but to those who endure till the end.

Life skills are those skills that are necessary or desirable for full participation in everyday life. Students that require life skills instruction are affected by a large range of disabilities including an intellectual disability, autism, or other impairments. Despite the type of disability, individuals with a disability often lack the required skills to take care of themselves to the greatest extent possible. The most mundane of tasks that people without disabilities do daily without a thought such as wash dishes, hygiene routines, meal preparation, dressing, social awareness etc. are important skills that need to be taught and developed in a person with a disability. Life skills practice affords student the chance to foster independence, become active, contributing members of their household and society and largely impacts post-secondary success. This life skills program provides students with disabilities the simulated environment and space to learn to do basic day to day functional tasks and activities. In this program students will learn about social awareness and safety in the community, money skills, hygiene practices, simple food preparation, household chores and a wide array of other skills embedded into the life skills curriculum.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Carver have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Curie High School have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Dyett Academic Center have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Foster Park have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Hyde Park H.S. have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Juarez have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Kelly High School have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Mann Park have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Prosser have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

Teens in the Lifeguard program at Wells have the opportunity to train to become lifeguards. Participants learn aquatic rescues, CPR, and other life-saving skills. At the conclusion of the program, teens may apply for lifeguard certification for future employment opportunities.

The Little Village School Assistant is in charge of documenting all ASM programs at Little Village (MAS) HS and is responsible for preparing and submitting weekly highlights to ASM staff. He /she also provides administrative support to the ASM school liaison and takes the lead in planning the Spring closing celebration. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age to apply.

Diverse learners are often isolated and excluded from activities throughout their lives. Your participation in this program can help us change that! Teens in Lutz Buddies will gain a basic understanding of common intellectual disabilities and strategies for interacting with other teens who have those disabilities. This program will also partner with the diverse learner program "Lutz Exploration." Teens from Lutz Buddies will be paired with a diverse learner and spend the session supporting that teen in their program. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships, participate in social mentoring, support integration of teens with intellectual disabilities, and help to foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

This program is for teens 16 and older who have previously completed the Lutz Buddies in Training program or have previous experience working with diverse learners. A basic understanding of common intellectual disabilities and strategies for interacting with diverse learners is required. Teens in this program will be paired with a diverse learner buddy and spend the session supporting their buddy in regular ASM programming. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships, participate in social mentoring, support integration of teens with intellectual disabilities, and help to foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

This program is designed specifically for diverse learners! Teens with intellectual disabilities will be paired with a non-disabled peer from the Lutz Buddies program. During the session, teens will use art as a gateway to explore the many programs that the Lutz Center has to offer. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships and help foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

Diverse learners are often isolated and excluded from activities throughout their lives. Your participation in this program can help us change that! Teens in Lutz Buddies will gain a basic understanding of common intellectual disabilities and strategies for interacting with other teens who have those disabilities. This program will also partner with the diverse learner program "Lutz Exploration." Teens from Lutz Buddies will be paired with a diverse learner and spend the session supporting that teen in their program. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships, participate in social mentoring, support integration of teens with intellectual disabilities, and help to foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

This program is designed specifically for diverse learners! Teens with intellectual disabilities will be paired with a non-disabled peer from the Lutz Buddies program. During the session, teens will use art as a gateway to explore the many programs that the Lutz Center has to offer. Take part in this incredible opportunity to build friendships and help foster an atmosphere of inclusion at After School Matters!

Join The Major Adams Hornets Performing Arts Ensemble to develop your skills through training in music, dance, marching and maneuvering. Challenge yourself as an individual and learn to work as part of a cohesive team in this dynamic performance program where tradition teams up with the future! Teens work together to create compelling performances that will be included in the final program showcase performed for friends, family, and community members.

The Dazzling Knight Majorettes were established in 2015 to formulate a sisterhood made up of unique individuals that make up a creative whole. We also open our arms to aspiring male students. The Dazzling Knight Majorettes promote academic excellence, respect, self worth, confidence, and leadership through the love of dance. This summer we will offer an introduction to majorette dance as well as an abundance of experience and fun, while enhancing dance skills.

The Make Lab program will be a place to create, design, work to solve challenges, an opportunity to make mistakes, try something new, and test our new ways of "making" through different approaches and materials. Are you interested in engineering, 3D software, and printing, heat press, or other hands-on tools? As a group and as individuals, we'll implement our thinking and solution skills to make our community and better place to be in. Join the Make Lab program and inspire many with your solution skills!

This Mariachi Ensemble Apprenticeship provides a positive experience for teens who want to be part of a performing arts group. This group consists of teens with various levels of musical experience. This program allows teens to work together and learn about mariachi performance, history, culture, and tradition. The program teaches teens the music theory; instrument use, tuning, and maintenance; history of Mexico and Mariachi music; and the performance of Mariachi repertoire. All teens participate in a final performance as a Mariachi Ensemble.

Teens who join the Mariachi Ensemble learn about mariachi performance, history, culture, and tradition and work together to perform as a cohesive Mariachi Ensemble. The group consists of teens with various levels of musical experience, which requires an environment of peer mentorship, open communication, and group encouragement. By the end of the program teens develop both the musical and interpersonal skills to perform as part of a performing arts group.

Marillac Fine Arts is a theater apprenticeship that gives teens the opportunity to see first-hand the importance of commitment and team work in creating a performance piece. Teens have leadership roles in all aspects of the productions including designing and creating the sets, creating choreography for dance, script writing, directing as well as acting. Performances also include spoken word poetry and teens often focus on their own experiences with violence and stopping violence in the community.

The Marshall Debate Apprenticeship program draws on rhetorical theory and requires research into complex matters of public policy such as energy, the environment, and health care. By demanding research, evidence, and reasoning, debate pushes teens to understand contemporary political issues and to make informed, real-world decisions. The goal is to foster public speaking ability, encourage civic engagement, improve literacy skills, and develop leadership. The final presentation is a public debate in front of a crowd in which the program’s participants would be able to showcase all they have learned. Marshall Debate is open to all students, from novices to seasoned competitors.

Through interactive lessons, you will develop skills and strategies to learn how to cope with the day-to-day challenges of school, family, future planning and stress. You will learn about the tools for mindfulness that will bring balance to the areas of social awareness, self-management, interpersonal skills, responsible behavior and decision-making skills. You will engage in this work through various art projects such as vision boards, journaling, exercising in gratitude and appreciation. Additionally, you will learn yoga and meditation. You will tap into your inner artist and create canvases of inspirational quotes and affirmations like, “I am in flow with the Universe.” By the end of the program, you will develop a natural instinct within to reach for better and to dream what many would say is impossible.

MiniMed introduces students to various careers in healthcare and a future that is dedicated to helping others. Teens will be exposed to certification programs through City Colleges, and engage with health professionals through speaker events, site visits, job shadows, and internships that will advance their knowledge and experience in healthcare. Teens will learn about safety and infection control, CPR and first aid, human growth and development, vital signs, nutrition and wellness, and geriatric care.

This program is designed to introduce teens to martial arts in a fun and safe environment. The MMA program consists of alternating training days of Boxing, Muay Thai, Grappling (Wrestling/Jiu Jitsu/Judo), and Kickboxing instruction. Teens develop stand-up striking skills, ground technique, and an overall increased fitness level. Teens also learn self management skills, discipline, listening, and demonstrating cooperation and respect towards others.

In Mixed-Media Journaling, students will combine personal writing and collage techniques to create a sketchbook that is a documentation of their current hopes, fears, frustrations and dreams. The skills you will gain include: mixed-media techniques on paper, visually representing your writing, using reveal and masking strategies to create layers of meaning and giving/receiving authentic peer feedback. This is not an instructional drawing class; we will be working more abstractly and focusing on how textures, patterns and colors can communicate ideas effectively.

Do you play an instrument? Learn to play jazz in a fun and relaxing setting. We will also learn to create tracks and music production skills in SoundTrap.

Come and join other teens to learn a new artistic skill! We will create beautiful three-dimensional wall art through the mosaic technique, which uses colorful glass and metallic tiles to create original artwork designed by you.

Come and join other teens to learn a new artistic skill! We will create beautiful three-dimensional wall art through the mosaic technique, which uses colorful glass and metallic tiles to create original artwork designed by you.

Teens learn the mosaic technical artistic skills through the use of tools and materials to complete a public mosaic that reflects the people, places and events that young people encounter as citizens of Chicago. Teens work together on design, concepts and color to create a cohesive mosaic mural work that is sustainable and a source of pride for the teens and the community. Teens build leadership and cooperation skills through this group project.

Move Me Soul Advanced teaches participants about the value of artistic expression and empowerment. Teens learn how to participate in and produce a performance as well as create a portfolio. Workshops are designed to build upon confidence and improve performance so participants in Move Me Soul Advanced are expected to have basic dance skills and a strong work ethic in order to fully participate in the program. Teens have the possibility of integrating participants into the dance ensemble.

Move Me Soul teaches participants about the value of artistic expression and empowerment by integrating participants into their dance ensemble and other performing opportunities. Teens learn how to produce a performance and create a dance portfolio, and benefit from workshops designed to build confidence and improve performance. Participants are expected to have basic dance skills in order to fully participate in the program.

Move Me Soul is an artistic explosion of dance, spoken word and life skills. It is a dance company facilitated by youth that provides a positive sense of future by providing opportunities for creative expression and empowerment through dance and life skills enhancement. The goal of the program is to teach youth how to function as a dance company by providing leadership opportunities and empowerment through dance and life skills. Teens benefit from innovative dance and life skill workshops that provide them with tools that enhance their confidence and performance ability. By the end of the program teens know how to produce a dance performance and how to create a dance portfolio. The final product is a teen produced community dance performance. Teens work together with Move Me Soul and Set Design team to create final performances.

The goal of this 6-week long teambuilding activity is to strengthen character, promote the spirit of cooperation and to improve creative, interpersonal and communication skills. Our program will consist of a two part initiative, Music Education and Instrumental Instruction as well as our Audio Visual Recording Technology program. In our music program, teens will be taught basic music theory including scales, notes, rhythm, key signature and harmony in additional to Instrumental Instruction (learning to play instruments of the Brass, Percussion, Woodwind, Keyboard and Guitar Family). The Audio/Video program will produce a short film that will ultimately be a three to five minutes video of the students detailing behind the scenes of the music program.

Musical Theater Experience is a hands on approach to the wonderful art form of musical theater. Teens learn the basics of musical theater stagecraft by working on scenes and company numbers from various musicals to fine tune their skills as actors. Teens also engage in master classes and sometimes go on field trips to a variety of musicals. The session ends with a showcase performance for the public. Internship positions are available as a Stage Manager/Assistant Director, Assistant Technical Director and Dance Captain. Teens interested in an audition should prepare to sing: 32 bars of a musical theater song (think one verse and the chorus of a song). Sheet music is encouraged but not required. Teens should also prepare a 1-2 minute monologue or a 1-2 minute story about themselves.

Explore identity and authenticity of the self through various art mediums and concept design. In this course, we will investigate the process of how artists get their ideas and utilize different mediums to express themselves while creating life-altering artwork. Great course if you are considering going to art school!

Acting, scriptwriting, and guitar lessons- that is the NeuroKitchen Theater. NKarts will focus their remote learning workshops on developing an acting practice that is simple, naturalist, and powerful. NKarts will develop writing skills for creating monologues, plays, and TV scripts. NKarts will have guitar lessons and songwriting workshops. Acting and writing will be lead by Ron Bieganski (instructor in Steppenwolf Theater's professional training program), TV Scriptwriting by guest LA TV scriptwriter, actor, and director) and Andrew Holowka (professional guitarist and music teacher). Experience is not necessary. A desire to learn a creative process that leads to a vibrant, awake artist is. [A guitar, Ukelele, or bass will be needed for music workshops. If you don't have one, NKarts will find you one.]

Teens involved in the Door 12 Brass Band will learn and practice improvisational and stylistic techniques essential to the overall sound of jazz and brass ensemble. Students will delve into the culture of this uniquely American artform with rigorous studies of jazz and its natural transfer into the core of true Southern Brass Band playing. Kelly High School will provide multiple opportunities for performance and advancement throughout the school year.

In Drawing From Life, teens learn the fundamental skills necessary for representational drawing and painting. Teens utilize these skills to create original artwork with the help of professional artists. Working both individually and in groups, teens will complete and present original art with a final gallery show at the end of the year.

The focus of Nu Sound Studio is to develop 4-6 song EP projects, developing a stage presence, with emphasis on socially aware lyrics and content, the basics of the music business, 5-elements of hip-hop and the use of DAWS-Logic Pro X and or GarageBand to create and record songs. Students will explore many genres of music that came before Hip Hop and its influences on the genre.

*The first 5 weeks of this program will take place virtually, the second 5 weeks will take place in-person at Aguijon Theater Company. Teens in Nuestra Cultura develop theater performance skills throughout the program, beginning with a process of discussing, writing, playing and developing their own material based on their responses to poetic, theatrical and literary works by Latin American, Spanish and Latino writers. By working closely with program instructors and participating in group theatre exercises teens are immersed in understanding and maintaining strong character form, developing scenes and scenic transitions, and solidifying the vision for their final performance. All participants work together to transform the program experience effectively and fluidly into its final presentation - a live, open to the public performance to be held at Aguijon Theater.

Wanted! - Creatives, graphic designers, artists. Digital information is changing the world by the second. Learn to create powerful messages using digital media for the web and print. Design logos, posters, tee shirts, videos. Learn to control your digital identity. Create a strong, positive brand. Use the best products to make powerful statements. Use the images and projects for your college and professional portfolios. Own the media! Deliver the message!

Come and have fun with us as we discover hidden artistic talents! Experience the joy of success in meeting challenges through the creation of unique art work based on your own ideas and utilizing a variety of techniques and styles with mixed media. Learn about experimentation in art and create two major final products: a still life (acrylic paint on 18"x24" stretched canvas), a self-portrait (acrylic paint on 24"x36" stretched canvas) and life figure drawing & painting

Teens further develop their fine art skills in this program. Fundamentals of painting and drawing are further refined to develop more advanced and creative final products. Continue to build your college portfolio with expert instructors.

Focus on the creation of vibrant, expressive paintings that relate to our city, neighborhoods, homes, and cultures. Teens will explore a wide range of painting techniques and media, along with learning about contemporary art and studio practices.

Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community

Virtual: Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.

Virtual:Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.

Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.  

Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop violence and make a positive contribution to the community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with a showcase of their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will build skills in youth empowerment, civic engagement, leadership, as well as gain an understanding of the peace making process and build a sense of community.

Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.

Virtual Learning: Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.

Be a Peacemaker! Work with other teens to stop the violence and make a positive contribution to your community. Teen Peacemakers will learn about the peace building process, reflect on their communities, recognize their roles as peacemakers, and design a project to spread the message of peace. The project will conclude with an opportunity for teens to showcase their accomplishments along with youth from around the city of Chicago. Teens will gain an understanding of the peace making process and youth empowerment. Through this program, teens will build skills in civic engagement, develop leadership skills, and build a sense of community.

This program is perfect for teens interested in developing their leadership skills and abilities by being trained as peer leaders. Teens will be trained to use Restorative Justice practices as a means to promote peace and unity in their community and among their peers. Teens will virtually engage with various public and private agencies, organizations and institutions that promote peace and unity in the Austin community, especially through the use of Restorative Justice Practices, as well as in other Chicago community areas.

Photo Explorations will help introduce participants to the basics of photography. We'll learn about how cameras work, and how photos have evolved as tools in our culture. Teens can expect to learn about technical aspects of photography and hone their own practice through weekly assignments and activities. In addition to hands-on learning, we will explore the work of photographers and artists. During the fall session, participants can expect to create photos, small zines, and share work in a culminating photo book. A willingness to communicate and share photos and experiences will be an important part of our classroom community.

Photography in Chicago will inspire teens to explore photography, through challenging photo assignments and field trips to Chicago art museums and galleries. Apprentices in this program will develop photographic skills in order to investigate and respond to the world around them through their cameras. The program will incorporate a hybrid of analog and digital activities, learning photography fundamentals, camera mechanics, and editing techniques. Apprentices will respond to prompts and writing activities to explore their personal spaces and communities through portraiture, still-life studies, and street photography. The program will also include field trips, discussions, and guest artist talks to develop critical awareness of the photographic medium and gain knowledge about the Chicago photo community and the photo industry.

Stipend based. Interns will act as the staff members of the Pilsen Alliance Youth Committee. They will recruit and facilitate youth in the neighborhood to design short-term projects (such as an activist campaign, event series, educational materials, etc.) and carry tasks through to the project's completion. Tasks might include: researching and securing event space, generating social media content to promote a project, creating strategy plans for an activist or marketing campaign, doing outreach through local schools and youth programs, connecting and collaborating with other youth activist organizations, and more. The youth committee will continue to have autonomy over what projects they pursue and how they pursue them, but youth staff and adult staff will have mutual accountability to one another. Adult staff will be accountable to regular check-ins to support and receive updates from youth, and youth will be accountable to being strong representatives of the organization, keeping up with tasks and work hours, and being committed to building youth power for social justice regarding all oppressed identities and experiences in and outside the neighborhood. Being from Pilsen or attending a school in Pilsen is not required, but it is preferred, but being from any neighborhood surrounding Pilsen is strongly preferred.

Audio podcasts are growing in popularity as a creative way to tell stories, have conversations, interview people you admire, and learn about pretty much anything you can think of. You will have the opportunity to work as a team to create an idea for a show and develop, record, and edit your first episode using digital audio and web-based technology. You will learn podcast production skills including research, interviewing, writing, and editing. We will have opportunities to practice verbal communication, storytelling, professional social skills, and creative self-expression. Our show, Power Your Story, publishes to popular podcast platforms such as Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts.

In Podcast Tech: Power Your Story learn how to use digital audio and web-based technology to produce your own podcast; a collection of short real-life stories and interviews that express your views and increase your knowledge of community, culture and the issues that matter most to you. Work with a team to choose story ideas and themes, use professional audio equipment to record them and then edit the finished product and add music so it is ready to publish online. By the end of the program, you be able listen to and share episodes of the podcast you helped to create using social media.

You will build skills in problem solving, collaboration and learn to plan for success. planning for success. You will also get the opportunity to participate in the VEX and Ten80 Competitions designed for remote learning.

Stipend based. Attend program and take attendance for facilitators, provide any necessary assistance to students. Create collateral, including but not limited to videos and photos  (with completed media release) and copy for social media posts. Fulfill other tasks set out by supervisors from different departments. Each intern has the  opportunity to be involved in multiple upcoming events and activities, as well as assisting with current campaigns.

Project SYNCERE's E-CADEMY is an engineering program that is designed to prepare students for enrollment in post-secondary STEM programs. In this program, teens will learn how to apply engineering skills to identify programs, create unique solutions and lead their own learning experience. Our goal is to provide a pathway of opportunities that brings like-minded students together, to motivate and prepare them to successfully pursue careers in engineering.

Interested in lesson planning and give support to (immigrant) youths or people with disability? Join us and we will also have professional development trainings to prepare you for college/career!" into the "Pui Tak Center - Youth Program Internship

In Ray Graham Drumline teens learn drum specific techniques while enhancing their motor skills. It is a comprehensive and rewarding percussion music program designed to teach various drumming techniques. Teens will go through the fundamentals of percussion and develop the discipline required to work as a musical unit. Teens will participate in a final performance showcasing the skills and routines they learned throughout the program.

Teens in the Ray of Hope Music and Theater program use theatrical techniques to discover their inner beauty, strength, skill, and talent. As teens develop a greater sense of themselves and others, they create original music, plays, rap, dances, and spoken word as an outward expression of their unique role, from their point of view, in the community. The program includes sessions in the on-site recording studio, off-site performance opportunities, and a culminating event where they share their work with the greater community. The program includes job readiness and visits from professional artists, business leaders, educators, and local celebrities. Teens can connect with other youth across Chicago in related cross city activities and events.

Stipend based. Support with meal distribution, teen led newsletter, support with teen communication, support with temp check and teen check in to the building as well as support with other related tasks.

RECESS Youth Improv engages students in the same exercises and games practiced by comedians like Kate Mackinnon, Leslie Jones, Melissa McCarthy, and Keenan Thompson. Students develop awareness, listening, and leadership skills that are essential to performance and personal development, all with a focus on community building and playfulness.

Stipend Based. Teens will intern as program assistants in RefugeeOne's after-school program for newly arrived refugee youth. Teens will gain experience planning and organizing activities, supervising and engaging youth, as well as serve as a positive role model for program participants. Daily responsibilities will include: - Tutoring youth participants, encouraging youth to participate in enrichment activities, and assisting with set-up and clean-up for program materials. This internship provides a great opportunity for those interested in careers working with youth, cross-cultural experiences, translation, or non-profit organizations. Must be available at least two days a week, Monday - Friday from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Remote opportunities for work also available if necessary.

RhthymWERKS xBBF is a performance art apprenticeship that teaches about rhythm-based dance including tap, hip hop, breaking, line, and mahogany dance. Youth apprentices will learn the proper dance steps and form while being introduced to the roots, origins, and standout stars of these popular dance forms. Apprentices will build their social skill set (passion, perseverance, determination, discipline, communication, positivity, and respect for self and others) through rhythm-based dance by planning, choreographing, and producing a dance performance, developing business and entrepreneurial skills, and learning to collaborate with co-workers, understand their employer, and properly interact with their supervisor (instructor) while creating an individual portfolio and group performance.

Teens learn the physical and professional components of amateur boxing in order to prepare them to become youth coaches, instructors or officials. Teens learn effective coaching techniques, methods of group management and sports instruction fundamentals while developing goal-setting, teamwork, leadership and communication skills. After the fourth week of program, teens create their own lesson plans to run weekly practicum sessions for youth in the community between the ages of 6-12.

Teens learn about bicycle maintenance and repair, safe riding and cycling for sport, exercise and transportation. The group will go on rides to many different destinations, complete a resume and have the opportunity to earn a bike, bike parts, accessories and gear. Teens that successfully complete the program are then eligible for Summer employment with the Chicago Park District and West Town Bikes.

Does learning the fundamentals of running a socially responsible business interest you? Want to be an entrepreneur someday? The Ruckus Teen Entrepreneurs project uniquely integrates a social mission with a business venture through the development and distribution of sustainable teen-made holistic body care products. This program combines neighborhood ecology, responsible business practices, social media marketing and lots of hands-on learning to grow your ambition wherever it may take you!