Student Summer Programs: If your child is interested in pursuing a summer program, there are many opportunities for enrichment, skill development and/or college credit taking place on college campuses across the U.S.
For a general idea of what is available, a simple online search for "summer programs for high school students" will get you started.
For something more specific, such as an area of specialty, conduct a search such as "summer art programs for high school students".
Educere - Virtual Summer School 2024
STEM jobs and internships
Gap Year: A "Gap Year" is a period between completing high school and beginning college. This time can either be a semester or a full year away from traditional classroom studies. Gap years come in all shapes and sizes. They include participating in organized Gap year programs abroad or domestically, working in a field of interest, civil service in the military or a nation service organization, pursuing arts or athletics, and traveling the world as a tourist.
When it comes to choosing a gap year program, there are so many options: you can choose pre-made gap year programs, combine short-term programs, or make your own custom experience at home or abroad (or both).
Gap Year Programs
Additional Gap Year Programs
Gap Year Fairs
Gap Year Association