A guide featuring businesses and organizations with services for teens and their families in Greater Boston.

1. Boston
2011-2012 SCHOOL YEAR EDITION
Options for Teens to
Study Away from Home
Spotlight on Sports
Things to Do
this Year
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Meet face-to-face with representatives
from local nonprofits and find out about
a wide variety of volunteer opportunities
for students in Grades 7-12.
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3. Introducing the
TeenLife Boston: School Year Edition
The only free comprehensive resource of its kind.
e know that area In addition, we take a deep dive into the
parents and teens, like benefits of sports and where students can find
you, are just getting exactly what they are looking for in terms of fulfill-
back into the swing of things. By ing activities. Yes, you can think beyond your alma
now students have gotten their mater for fun! Look for a full list of options at
supplies and classroom assign- www.TeenLife.com/boston.
ments, but may still be anxious about the start of
school, their academic goals for the year, and about We also have two student profiles about local
what activities or sports they might pursue. teens highlighting their past summer internships
and how these jobs have shaped what they’d like
But trust me, as a parent of two teens (now both in to study in college.
college), everything quickly falls into place. Especially,
when you have a trusted resource like TeenLife on I encourage you to frequent our site—and
your side. read our printed and digital guides, blogs, and
newsletters on a regular basis—as TeenLife
Whether it's an after school club, a sport outside continually adds new content and resources to
of school, or volunteer group that suits your interests, make your job as a parent or student easier.
our goal at TeenLife is to provide information and
ideas on what students can do to complement their
We have lots of fresh ideas brewing. And if
studies all year long. There are more than 300
you can believe it, we are already working on
opportunities in Greater Boston alone.
summer programs for next year!
In this guide—TeenLife Boston: School Year
Edition—you’ll find a feature about the different
options for residential schooling, including semester Marie Schwartz, President & Founder
schools and study abroad programs, that parents and TeenLife Media, LLC
students may want to consider.
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5. Table of Contents
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
4 SCHOOLING AWAY FROM HOME?
Residential and study abroad options
23
28 23 Arts
23 Fashion
in high school.
23 Music
STUDENT PROFILE 23 Theatre
7 Dan Weiner shares what inspired him
most during his summer internship. RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT
FOR LOVE OF THE GAME
24 TUTORING & TEST PREP
8 Participating in sports both in and
out of school.
VACATION WEEK
STUDENT PROFILE
25 PROGRAMS
10 Jacob Zhang highlights how his five-week
internship prepared him for college.
PHOTOGRAPHY
SIMON MALLS
11
10 THINGS YOU AND YOUR
TEEN SHOULD DO THIS 26
SCHOOL YEAR
The Bucket List for parents and teens. ABOUT TEENLIFE
PRIVATE SCHOOLS 28 Find out more about what we offer
and how to register on our site.
12 12 Day Only
14 Day & Boarding
TEENLIFE.COM
15 Gap Year
16 Semester Schools
30 A Resource for Families with Teens
INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
18 18 College
20 Internship 31
INDEX
31 Listings by Name
32 Advertisers
21 Secondary School
22 Gap Year
22 Financial
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6. Have you considered
schooling away from home?
Residential and Study Abroad Programs for Teens in High School.
by Hilary Dobel
igh school is a wonderful time to
expand your horizons, but most students stick
close to home. However, with an increasing
number of educational programs offering
residential and travel options, teens today can
learn and grow by studying away from home
before ever setting foot on a college campus.
Boarding schools, semester schools, study
abroad programs, and post-graduate years
provide an exciting range of academic and
geographic options, from exotic homestays in
Vietnam to traditional boarding programs all
across the United States.
TRADITIONAL BOARDING SCHOOLS
Students can attend traditional board-
ing schools as early as fourth grade, though
most start in sixth or ninth. David Grossman,
a graduate of Philips Exeter who went on to
attend Princeton University, remembers be-
ing attracted by the idea of boarding because
he loved “being able to bond with my friends
Teens experiencing high school at sea with
OCEAN CLASSROOM. See listing page 17. every night all summer long” at camp. This
dorm-like experience ended up being his
favorite thing about Exeter. Grossman also
cites the Harkness Plan, which employed

7. an intimate and rigorous classroom style of very small, STUDY ABROAD
discussion-based classes “with no ‘back row’ in which Study abroad programs are also increasingly popular,
to hide.” Indeed, many students have noted the rigor of and some schools even have their own exchange pro-
boarding academics. A recent graduate of Groton School grams. Noble and Greenough School, a Boston-
says that her friends who attended day school had “more area day and boarding school, runs its own travel and
carefree” lives, but she continues to be grateful for the experiential learning programs in locations as diverse as
“fantastic pressure cooker” of boarding life: “It’s an amaz- New Orleans and Vietnam. The school also encourages
ingly valuable experience to have had, the certainty that...I students to travel, and the website notes that ten to fifteen
can handle just about anything.” Boarding is a wonderful students study off-campus for a year or semester annu-
option for students with learning differences, too; there ally. As with semester programs, summer study abroad
are many programs that specialize in preparing students offers a fantastic opportunity for foreign language im-
with dyslexia or ADD/ADHD for the return to traditional mersion, as well as community service and a chance for
classrooms. For more information on accredited boarding a unique encounter with another nation’s culture. Some
schools, check out The Association of Boarding Schools at involve a student exchange where American students live
www.boardingschools.com. with families in another country, such as those arranged by
Boarding School is an amazingly valuable experience to have had.
I now know that I can handle just about anything.
SEMESTER SCHOOLS
the Center for Cultural Interchange. Others are based
Semester schools give students the chance to get
around institutions, usually secondary schools or universi-
a taste of boarding life for a single academic term, com-
ties abroad. There’s no doubt that these programs can be
monly during a student’s junior year. These programs are
pricey, but they offer truly once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
also great for special interests; students who don’t have
Some offer financial aid or scholarships.
the opportunity to pursue their passions in traditional day
schools might appreciate these specialized programs. For students who can’t get enough world travel, School
Ocean Classroom, for example, is an experiential educa- Year Abroad, founded at Phillips Academy, is a one-of-
tion program that takes place at sea! The Oxbow School, a-kind program that allows American students to spend
meanwhile, has an arts focus, while others emphasize their junior or senior year of high school in China, France,
community service or politics. Many semester schools Italy, Spain, Vietnam, or Japan. Like semester schools,
take advantage of the natural beauty of their surround- School Year Abroad matches up with standard high school
ings to offer an environmental bent with lots of time spent curricula, so students don’t fall behind in their course-
outdoors. International semester schools are also avail- work during their exciting explorations.
able, often with a chance for intensive study of a language
or cultural immersion. And there’s no need to worry about POST-GRADUATE YEAR
falling behind in a student’s regular studies. These pro- The post-graduate or “PG” year may be the least
grams are designed for students currently enrolled in familiar of these options. Many boarding (and some
day or public schools and generally match the standard private day) schools offer an additional year of study for
high school curriculum. For more information go to students who’ve graduated from high school but, for
www.semesterschools.net.
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8. HAVE YOU CONSIDERED SCHOOLING AWAY FROM HOME?
whatever reason, feel the need for additional time be- Studying away from home can be a great experience for a
fore college. Athletes or those pursuing admission to wide variety of teens. Students who want an exciting change
an extremely competitive university may need an ex- of pace will appreciate being in a new place with new people.
tra year to bolster their resume or improve academic Those who might be more independent-minded or who want
performance to become more attractive candidates. to become more independent will learn to care for themselves
Others might have had a successful high school and set their own schedules. And students seeking a unique and
career but feel emotionally unprepared for college often demanding preparation for college will enjoy more time
due to their own maturity level or to a traumatic event and space to focus on their academics. Residential programs
such as illness or a death in the family. In these cases, aren’t for everyone, but for some students, they can make all the
a PG year is a chance for them to live away from home difference in the world.
in a safe, well-monitored environment before taking
the next step. As with boarding schools, students with For more information about any of these program types,
ADD or learning differences may also benefit from an visit TeenLife.com to see extensive listings of boarding schools,
extra year to improve their study habits or to prepare semester schools, study abroad programs, and PG years all
themselves for the intensity of college academics. across the United States and the world.
RIVERSIDE MILITARY ACADEMY
Campus Open Houses:
October 7 December 4

9. STUDENT PROFILE I would encourage
“
students to talk to
In His Own Words everyone they know.
”
Tell me a little bit about your internship. What were your responsibilities?
Last summer, I interned on Deval Patrick’s I split time doing administrative work in the office and attend-
campaign for re-election. When he won ing committee meetings. It was all fascinating. I opened mail
again, I knew I wanted to experience his and would read and input data about the hopes and wishes of
role and actions as Governor first-hand. particular officials and their constituents—regular people looking
I’ve always been interested in the for direction from their government. For example, one constituent
democratic process. wrote about how a particular construction project would impact
the quality of his life negatively—and he wanted some answers.
My prior experience on his campaign allowed
me to interview for other internships with I also attended committee meetings. Committees are essentially
the State House. So, this past summer, I small groups of elected officials and senators with similar inter-
worked in the Legislative Affairs Office for ests, like transportation or public health. When a bill is brought up
the Governor. in the State House that falls under their jurisdiction, it is brought
to a hearing room where individuals, companies, and lobbyists,
For those of us who need some brushing can give testimony in favor or in opposition of the bills.
up, what exactly does the Legislative Affairs
Office do? How did you obtain your internship?
This department serves as a liaison between I did research on the Internet and through the resources provided
the Governor and the legislative body of MA. at my high school, which were very useful, but the best way was to
Its role is to not only communicate Patrick’s network. A friend of my family served at a high level in the Deval
policies, agenda, and what bills he’s pushing Patrick campaign, which provided me with significant access to
through to the elected state senators and get both internships.
representatives—but is also the avenue
where these elected officials could relay What would you recommend other teens do when looking
to the Governor the issues, concerns, and for an internship?
priorities effecting their constituents (citizens I would encourage students to talk to everyone they know.
in their particular districts). Ask family and friends to see if they know anyone looking for
an intern in your particular area of interest. Look to your teachers,
relatives, parent’s colleagues, etc.
What was the most valuable thing you got out of your internship?
My internship provided me with excellent learning and
perspective for my college admissions essays.
My take away this past summer was a renewed confidence in
DAN WEINER
Arlington, MA the ability of local government to function for the people. That the
Former day student Governor and the whole legislative body strive to meet the direct
at Concord Academy, needs of real individuals, regular people. It provided me with
Concord, MA. a first-hand look at how influential citizens on the state
Freshman at Yale
University this fall.
and local level can be regarding policy. The do have a voice;
it was empowering.
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10. For Love of the Game
by Hilary Dobel
he benefits of participating in a
sport are numerous. A report from Iowa State
University shows that many student-athletes
display superior time-management and orga-
nizational skills, as well as a lower incidence
of depressive symptoms. Women and girls who
play sports demonstrate higher levels of self-
esteem and well-being. Sports can offer teens
a healthy attitude towards competition, self-
discipline, and personal achievement, as well
as a unique camaraderie with their teammates.
As students get older and sports become
more competitive, sometimes a day comes
when a player’s skill set doesn’t match up with
the expectations of a school’s team. It can be
tough to realize that not everyone gets to be
an all-star, but fortunately there are plenty of
options to continue pursuing sports outside of
school. Students don’t have to be starters on
the varsity squad to keep playing the sports
they love. There are so many opportunities to
stay with their favorite sport in settings outside
of school, that everyone can pursue some
form of athletics.
Student enjoying his passion for
fencing with the BAY STATE FENCERS.
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11. As we’ve said, participating in athletics is incred- Team sports aren’t everyone’s thing—and that’s ok.
ibly beneficial—physically, emotionally, and mentally. To Some students might prefer an activity that’s a little more
continue reaping those rewards, teens can check out their solitary, or maybe they just aren’t into competition. They
local parks and recreation website; many cities offer a can pick and choose the aspects of athletics that they do
huge array of teams for all ages and skill levels. Joining enjoy to find an activity that’s right for them. Prefer not
these teams is free or reasonably priced, and they often to compete? Try dance, weightlifting, or yoga. Or, take up
practice and play close to home. skating, running, or swimming, which can be done solo or
as part of a team. For students who like to compete but
prefer things one-on-one, tennis, golf, skiing, or martial
If busy students want something less formal, many arts might be a good fit. Everyone can still experience the
gyms and community centers host casual pickup games, physical and mental benefits of the activity, not to mention
which are great if a teen’s schedule is too packed for a great personal habits that last a lifetime.
bigger commitment. Another way to stay involved with a
favorite sport is to coach a kids’ team—teens get to keep
their skills sharp, and they get the satisfaction of helping Any teen can find a way to
others and sharing their passion. It’s a completely differ- approach his sport in a way
ent way to experience the game! that makes sense for
his lifestyle and priorities.
Of course, making the team is the least of their
There are also great options for teens that just aren’t
concerns if their school doesn’t offer the sport they want
feeling this whole sports business. Lots of different social
to play. If their school doesn’t offer water polo or a swim
team, for example, check with the local pool. The same activities can give them that great sense of community a
goes for ice hockey and skating rinks. Private club teams team provides. Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts aren’t just for
are great options, too. Although they cost money, clubs kids—high school students can participate in scouting
provide opportunities for travel and exciting tournaments. until they’re eighteen. Youth groups at a local community
Many of them run during the summer, too, which is great center or place of worship are also great places to hang
if teens want to be able to play year-round. out and make new friends. Signing up for a recurring
community service obligation can also introduce teens to
other students who share their interests. And at school,
For other students, the big question is what kind of there’s everything from writing for the newspaper to
time they want to spend on athletics. For some, part of auditioning for plays.
the fun is playing at the very highest level of skill and
competition possible—which can require a tremendous
amount of dedication. Many scholar-athletes find, though, What matters most is that teens are enriching
themselves with new experiences and forming friendships
that the fun of the sport itself and the social aspect of
that’ll last for many years to come.
spending time with the team are what make it worthwhile.
Any teen can find a way to approach his sport in a way that
makes sense for his lifestyle and priorities. If a school’s
field hockey team is legendarily cutthroat, a student with
a more laid-back personality might prefer a similar sport
with a less-intense team, like track or soccer.
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12. STUDENT PROFILE
In His Own Words
“ The opportunity to watch how
medical students practice their
craft was pretty remarkable.
JACOB I wasn’t expecting to get to do
ZHANG
Junior at Boston
Latin School.
that when I took the internship.
”
What was your key “take away” from this
internship?
By observing actual clinical procedures, I got
a true sense of what it takes to be a doctor in
the surgical profession. Not only is it extremely
demanding since you are always on call, but it is
also not an exact science. From what I can tell,
good surgeons have the courage to trust their
instincts when performing on a patient—and that
on-the-job experience is really the most important
part of practicing medicine.
SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Where and when did you do your internship?
For fellows especially, the longer time spent in
I spent five weeks working in the plastic and reconstructive the hospital, the better judgment they can make
surgery department at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. when treating a patient. You can’t necessarily learn
everything in medical school.
What were your responsibilities?
For the most part, I helped enter medical records into How has it shaped your goals for this school year?
the hospital database. But I was also able to observe experi- Boston Latin is a demanding school. Since it is
mental surgical procedures practiced on animals in the lab. an exam school, it has high-expectations. A lot of
students can’t handle the workload. But studying
Can you elaborate? in medicine will also be like that.
The fellows practiced surgical skills on pigs including
incisions, removing bones, etc. The opportunity to watch how How did it impact your future goals in college or
medical students practice their craft was pretty remarkable. life in general?
I wasn’t expecting to get to do that when I took the internship. I am not sure if I will be a surgeon; it is too early
for me to determine. But it was a good way for
How did you get the internship? me to see if being a doctor is the right thing for
Since I’ve always been curious about a career in medicine, I me. Now I will definitely consider med school.
was lucky to have a family friend who could set me up with I would also like to get an internship at a hospital
this type of opportunity. I am very fortunate. again next summer, too.
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13. Things You and Your Teen
Should Do This School Year
THE BUCKET LIST FOR TEENS THE BUCKET LIST FOR PARENTS
Headgear Headgear
1. Be a role model 1. Be a mentor
Lend your knowledge to help someone else. Guide your student to academic and
personal success.
2. Get a job
Make some money, and learn some skills. 2. Network with colleagues
Headgear Talk to everyone who might need interns.
3. Volunteer Headgear
Spend some time on a cause you like. 3. Join the cause
Headgear Two volunteers are better than one.
4. Learn a new skill Headgear
Glass blowing or martial arts? Try a new hobby. 4. Encourage your child to
try something new
5. Freshen up your resume Could fencing or water polo be their new sport?
Keep it updated with all that’s new.
Headgear 5. Edit their resume
6. Camp out with your friends Always useful to take a peek.
Bond with classmates outside of class.
6. Camp out with your kids
7. Start your own blog It's a fun bonding experience.
Share your personal experiences with other teens.
7. Blog for a teen-parenting site
8. Spread the word about TeenLife It’s nice to share parent perspective.
Join our Student Advisory Board at
www.teenlife.com/studentadvisoryboard 8. Spread the word about TeenLife
Headgear Join our Parent Advisory Board at
9. Make a collage www.teenlife.com/parentadvisoryboard
Doc the year with memories and friends.
9. Make a photo album
10. Check everything Create long-lasting memories.
off this list!
10. Check everything
off this list!
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14. Schools, Activities,
and Advisors in
Greater Boston
Boston offers so many great resources and opportunities for active parents and teens
in this area—many of which are featured in this edition of TeenLife Boston. As you flip
through its pages, you’ll find a plethora of information on everything from after-school and
vacation-week programs to specialized advisors and tutoring services.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Day Only BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS (BB&N)
BB&N is a co-ed day school with three campuses in
BOSTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Cambridge, Pre-K through 12, where bright, curious
BU Academy provides an unparalleled secondary students aim for a bar set high in an atmosphere of
education, optimizing the respective strengths challenge and support that brings out their best as
of its small community and its inclusion within a learners and as people.
world-class research university. Academy students Location(s): Cambridge, Massachusetts
regularly earn up to 40 college credits prior to Contact: Geordie Mitchell
graduation. Phone: (617) 547-6100
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts Email: admissions@bbns.org
Contact: Nicole White, Admission Coordinator Address: 80 Gerry’s Landing Road,
Phone: (617) 358-2493 Cambridge, MA 02138
Email: admission@buacademy.org Website: www.bbns.org
Address: One University Road, Boston, MA 02215
Website: www.buacademy.org
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15. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL MOUNT ALVERNIA HIGH SCHOOL
Phone: (617) 542-2325 Mount Alvernia High School is committed to instilling
Address: 74 Union Park Street, Boston, MA 02118 the spiritual and intellectual values young girls will
Website: www.cathedralhighschool.net need in order to navigate a lifetime of challenges. The
goal is to not only educate their minds, but to give
them vital tools to help them make the right choices.
CLARK SCHOOL
Location(s): Newton, Massachusetts
Clark School offers a stimulating learning environment and
Contact: Elizabeth Buckley
is particularly appropriate for those who demonstrate high
Phone: (617) 969-2260
intellectual, creativity, or leadership abilities. The school
Email: ebuckley@mountalverniahs.org
emphasizes high achievement and meaningful participation
Address: 790 Centre Street, Newton, MA 02458
in the community.
Website: www.mountalverniahs.org
Location(s): Danvers, Massachusetts
Contact: Heather Tripp, Admissions Office
Phone: (978) 777-4699 MOUNT SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY
Email: clarkschool@clarkschool.com Mount Saint Joseph Academy promotes academic
Address: 487 Locust Street, Danvers, MA 01923 excellence, cultivates respect for all people, fosters
Website: www.clarkschool.com unity and reconciliation, and educates young women
for compassionate leadership and service.
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
GERMAN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOSTON (GISB)
Contact: Mary Esposito
The GISB is a young, dynamic school, that celebrated
Phone: (617) 254-8383
its 10th anniversary in the Summer of 2011. GISB offers
Email: mary.esposito@mountsaintjosephacademy.org
classes ranging from Preschool, starting at age three,
Address: 617 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02134
through Grade 11 for the school year 2011-12.
Website: www.mountsaintjosephacademy.org
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
Phone: (617) 783-2600
Email: info@gisbos.org
Address: 57 Holton Street,
Boston, MA 02134
Website: www.gisbos.org
Teen practicing golf at
BUCKINGHAM BROWNE &
NICHOLS (BB&N). See listing
on opposite page.
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16. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
Day & Boarding
NOBLE AND GREENOUGH RIVERSIDE MILITARY
SCHOOL ACADEMY (RMA)
The Noble and Greenough School For over 100 years, Riverside Military
is a rigorous academic community Academy has produced young men of
dedicated to inspiring leadership purpose, integrity, and character. RMA
for the public good. Nobles is a is easily accessible and located one hour
coeducational, nonsectarian day and north of Atlanta’s International Airport.
five-day boarding school for students
Location(s): Gainesville, Georgia
in grades 7 through 12.
Phone: (800) 462-2338
Location(s): Dedham, Massachusetts Email: apply@riversidemilitary.com
Contact: Jennifer Hines Address: 2001 Riverside Drive,
Phone: (781) 320-7100 Teen students at the NOBLE
Gainesville, GA 30501
AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL.
Email: admission@nobles.edu Website: www.riversidemilitary.com
Address: 10 Campus Drive,
Dedham, MA 02026
Website: www.nobles.edu
ADVE R T I SEMENT
How to Know When Your Child Needs a Tutor
By Andrew Magliozzi, Founder and President, Veritas Tutors
Students often come to us for tutoring well after they’ve fallen behind.
Although we can help, we always say to ourselves, “If only they had come sooner…”
As a parent, how do you know when it’s time to DISORGANIZATION: If your child is disorganized,
get outside help? Here are some early indications: he may be underperforming, missing assignments, or stressed
from his own mess. Tutors can structure classwork while
LOW GRADES: Check in with your child’s teachers often
teaching the essential life-skill of staying organized.
to see trends. Anything more than a letter-grade drop is
a sign that extra help is necessary. NOT REACHING THEIR POTENTIAL: Even if your
child has decent grades, she may not reaching full potential.
A LOSS OF MOTIVATION: If your child loses interest
Engage a tutor that inspires her to take a greater interest in
in a subject, it may mean he doesn’t understand the mate-
her academics.
rial. Instead of waiting, take action to prevent your child
from creating a mental aversion to a subject. Watch for these signs. The longer a student struggles,
the more difficult it is to build confidence and performance.
A LACK OF CONFIDENCE IN THE SUBJECT: If
your child does well in a class but doesn’t have a sense of
confidence about the subject matter, a tutor can develop For individualized academic solutions
including face-to-face and online
more creative ways to both enjoy and excel in that class.
tutoring, call 617-395-4160.

17. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
THE GLENHOLME SCHOOL Gap Year
A therapeutic boarding school for young
people who are often considered fragile CARPE DIEM EDUCATION
and complex, diagnosed with Asperger’s Carpe Diem offers semester and year-long international gap
Syndrome, ADHD, depression, anxiety as programs for high school seniors and college students. Through
well as learning differences. Our learning environmental and community service, adventure travel,
environment supports and enhances the language study, homestays, and authentic cultural exchange,
ability to succeed. students receive insight into themselves and the cultures in
Location(s): Washington Depot, which they travel. The spring semester programs are ideal for
Connecticut high school seniors who are graduating early.
Contact: Kathi Fitzherbert Location(s): Australia, Brazil, Cambodia, Costa Rica, Ecuador,
Phone: (860) 868-7377 Fiji, Guatemala, Hopi Nation, India, Navajo Nation, New Zealand,
Email: admissions@theglenholmeschool.org Nicaragua, Peru, Rwanda, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Vietnam
Address: 81 Sabbaday Lane, Contact: Ethan Knight
Washington, CT 06793 Phone: (503) 285-1800
Website: www.theglenholmeschool.org Email: info@carpediemeducation.org
Address: 710 North Alberta Street, P.O. Box 17427,
Portland, OR 97217
Website: www.carpediemeducation.org
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Call us today at 617 395 4160
to set up a free consultation at our
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18. PRIVATE SCHOOLS
COASTAL STUDIES FOR GIRLS students in the
field collect samples on Quadrants Beach, ME. Semester Schools
See listing and ad on page 17.
CENTER FOR CULTURAL INTERCHANGE:
HIGH SCHOOL ABROAD
A high school exchange program is an exciting
opportunity to experience life overseas. Participants
live with host families and attend a local high school,
living the life of a teen in their host country.
Three-month, semester, and year-long programs
are available.
Location(s): Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, The
Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Spain, Sweden
Contact: Anna Kacyn
Phone: (888) ABROAD1 (227-6231)
Email: info@greenhearttravel.org
Address: 746 North LaSalle Drive, Chicago, IL 60654
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19. PRIVATE SCHOOLS NOBLES
High academic standards •Innovative teachers
COASTAL STUDIES FOR GIRLS
Coastal Studies for Girls is the country’s first A commitment to diversity • Strong programs in the
residential science and leadership semester arts, athletics and community service
school for 10th grade girls. Coastal Studies'
girls have a love for learning and discovery, an Noble and Greenough School
10 Campus Drive • Dedham MA 02026 • admission@nobles.edu • www.nobles.edu
adventurous spirit, and a desire to challenge
themselves.
Location(s): Freeport, Maine
Contact: Whitney Conway
Are you a Coastal Studies girl?
Phone: (207) 865-9700 Ready for learning and discovery?
Email: whitney@coastalstudiesforgirls.org
Address: 308 Wolfe’s Neck Road,
Freeport, ME 04032
Website: www.coastalstudiesforgirls.org
CONSERVE SCHOOL
A semester-long immersion for high school students
in environmental studies and outdoor activities
that deepens their love of nature, reinforces their www.coastalstudiesforgirls.org
commitment to conservation, and equips them to
take meaningful action as environmental stewards.
Location(s): Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin
Contact: Phil Delong
Admissions.
Phone: (715) 547-1300 Motivation.
Email: admissions@conserveschool.org Guidance.
Address: 5400 North Black Oak Lake Road,
Land O’ Lakes, WI 54540 Worried about the college admissions process?
AMG Educational Consultants can help increase your
Website: www.conserveschool.org
child’s motivation and provide the guidance you both need...
Contact Andrea Glovsky for a consultation.
OCEAN CLASSROOM: DISCOVERY $200 off signed contract if you mention this ad.
HIGH SCHOOL SEMESTER AT SEA
Visit new lands, gain new perspectives, build strength AMG Educational Consultants www.findingcolleges.com
and confidence, make life-long friends, and help the 978-526-7809 amg@findingcolleges.com
environment. Marine science, maritime history and
literature, and applied math are taught as you sail a
schooner from Maine to the Caribbean.
Location(s): Maine to the Caribbean
Contact: Susan Hodder
Phone: (207) 633-2750
Email: agraham@oceanclassroom.org
Address: 1 Oak Street,
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
Website: www.oceanclassroom.org TeenLife.com
bringing out the best in teens
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20. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
AMG EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS
INDEPENDENT ADVISORS Counseling in the college and placement field since
1988, Andrea Glovsky has successfully helped hundreds
College of students match their interests and abilities to the
most appropriate school. Andrea provides guidance to
families in Massachusetts, the Northeast, across the
AHP EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
country, and around the world.
AHP educational consultants are committed to
personalizing each student’s admissions process through Location(s): Prides Crossing, Massachusetts
knowledgeable, hands-on guidance. They help each Contact: Andrea Glovsky
student develop organizational and decision-making Phone: (978) 526-7809
skills for a more rewarding admissions experience. Skype: andrea.glovsky
Email: amglovsky@comcast.net
Location(s): Sudbury, Massachusetts
Address: P.O. Box 44,
Contact: Timothy Lee
Prides Crossing, MA 01965
Phone: (978) 443-0055
Website: www.findingcolleges.com
Email: tlee@ahpnet.com
Address: 490B Boston Post Road #200,
Sudbury, MA 01776
Website: www.ahpeducationalconsulting.com
Teen student gets one-
on-one counseling from
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21. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
Dance students attending
an audition workshop hosted
by THE ARTS EDGE. See
listing this page.
THE ARTS EDGE COLLEGEAPPLICATIONESSAYCOACH.COM
The Arts Edge is an educational consulting firm Owner Mindy Pollack-Fusi works one-on-one with
specializing in helping high school and college transfer students to coach them on their college application essays
students in the performing arts navigate through the in person and online. She helps students refine topics to
unique college application and audition process. best depict their unique strengths in their own passionate,
polished voices.
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts and
New York City, New York Location(s): Bedford, Massachusetts
Contact: Jen Bewerse Contact: Mindy Pollack-Fusi
Phone: (855) 778-ARTS (2787) Phone: (781) 275-7301
Email: info@theartsedge.com Email: mindy@theplaceforwords.com
Address: 400 Hunnewell Street, Needham, MA 02494 Address: The Place for Words & Workshops
Website: www.theartsedge.com 200 Great Road, Suite 254A, Bedford, MA 01730
Website: www.collegeapplicationessaycoach.com
CHERI BARAD EDUCATION CONSULTING
Cheri Barad assists students navigate through the KOSIEROWSKI EDUCATION GROUP
comprehensive college admissions and matching process. Avoid feeling stressed, overwhelmed or disorganized.
One-on-one individualized, working with athletes, interna- Keith is a Life Coach and Certified School Counselor.
tional, learning issues, and transfers students. “Finding Specialties: reduce parent/family stress, ADHD, children,
the right match, not just admissions.” college admissions, student home organization,
and anger. Complimentary consultations.
Location(s): Medfield, Massachusetts
Contact: Cheri Barad Location(s): Hingham, Massachusetts
Phone: (508) 359-8889 Contact: Keith Kosierowski
Email: gobridges@aol.com Phone: (978) 239-2193
Address: 425-1 Main Street, Medfield, MA 02052 Email: keithkos1@gmail.com
Website: www.cheribarad.com Address: 5 Craig Lane, Hingham, MA 02043
Website: www.gotomykeg.com
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22. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
ONE-ON-ONE COLLEGE CONSULTING
One-on-One College Consulting works with
Internship
high-school students and families on the college TEC-THE EDUCATION COOPERATIVE
admissions process, offering services for both INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
individuals and groups. Our specialty area is TEC offers unique opportunities to students who have
guiding student-athletes with the athletic- completed two years of high school. TEC’s internship
recruiting process. programs provide a meaningful experience in a professional
Location(s): Wakefield, Massachusetts environment, ensuring that students are able to realize
Contact: Kim Penney their potential.
Phone: (781) 246-4111 Location(s): Dedham, MA
Email: kimpenney@oneononecollegeconsulting.com Contact: Sherri Sigel
Address: 146 Lowell Street, Suite 300C-1, Phone: (781) 326-2473
Wakefield, MA 01880 Email: ssigel@tec-coop.org
Website: www.oneononecollegeconsulting.com Address: 1112 High Street, P.O. Box 186,
Dedham, MA 02027
Website: www.tec-coop.org
POPP & ASSOCIATES, LLC
Popp & Associates provides expert admissions
guidance to college-bound students of all ages.
We welcome the opportunity to assist you with
your college counseling needs.
Location(s): Wellesley Hills, Massachusetts
Contact: Mindy Popp
Phone: (781) 859-9116
Email: mpopp@poppandassociates.com
Address: 354 Washington Street, Suite 225,
Wellesley Hills, MA 02481
Website: www.poppandassociates.com
STARR & CHAPMAN, INC.
Starr & Chapman, Inc. is a full-service educational
consulting company with over 15 years of experi-
ence successfully placing more than a thousand
students at competitive colleges across the
United States.
Location(s): Plymouth, Massachusetts
Contact: Christine Chapman
Phone: (774) 413-7227
Email: christine@starrandchapman.com
Address: 1073 Long Pond Road,
Plymouth, MA 02360
Website: www.starrandchapman.com
Student conducting research
with OCEAN CLASSROOM.
See listing page 17.
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23. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
Secondary School AMG EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS
Counseling in the independent school
placement field since 1988, Andrea Glovsky has
AHP EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING
successfully helped hundreds of students by matching
AHP educational consultants are also committed to
interests and abilities to the most appropriate school.
assisting students at the secondary school level through
Andrea provides guidance to families in Massachusetts,
knowledgeable, hands-on guidance. They help each
the Northeast, across the country and around the world.
student develop organizational and decision-making skills
for a more rewarding admissions experience. Location(s): Prides Crossing, Massachusetts
Contact: Andrea Glovsky
Location(s): Sudbury, Massachusetts
Phone: (978) 526-7809
Contact: Timothy Lee
Skype: andrea.glovsky
Phone: (978) 443-0055
Email: amglovsky@comcast.net
Email: tlee@ahpnet.com
Address: P.O. Box 44, Prides Crossing, MA 01965
Address: 490B Boston Post Road #200,
Website: www.findingcolleges.com
Sudbury, MA 01776
Website: www.ahpeducationalconsulting.com

24. INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
STARR & CHAPMAN, INC.
Starr & Chapman, Inc. is a full-service educational
consulting company with over 15 years of experi-
ence successfully placing more than a thousand
students at competitive boarding schools across
the United States.
Location(s): Plymouth, Massachusetts
Contact: Christine Chapman
Phone: (774) 413-7227
Email: christine@starrandchapman.com
Address: 1073 Long Pond Road,
Plymouth, MA 02360
Website: www.starrandchapman.com
Gap Year
THE CENTER FOR INTERIM PROGRAMS
The Center for Interim Programs has designed
creative gap-year opportunities for more than
5,700 students. Rather than going straight to
college, students take a gap year to immerse
themselves in other cultures, explore specific
interests, or volunteer.
Location(s): Northampton, Massachusetts;
Princeton, New Jersey
Contact: Holly Bull
Phone: (609) 683-4300
Email: hollybull@interimprograms.com
Address: 195 Nassau Street, Suite 5,
Princeton, NJ 08542
Website: www.interimprograms.com
Financial
MVP COLLEGE FUNDING
MVP College Funding is dedicated to providing
Flameworking at DIABLO GLASS. your family with the information and guidance you
See listings on page 23 and 25. need to affordably send all of your students to
their college of choice.
Location(s): North Andover, Massachusetts
Contact: Richard Joseph
Phone: (888) 315-5829
Email: rjoseph@mvpcollegefunding.com
Address: 1600 Osgood Street, Suite 2-31,
North Andover, MA 01845
Website: www.mvpcollegefunding.net
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25. CLASSES & INSTRUCTION
CLASSES & INSTRUCTION Music
BOSTON CHILDREN’S CHORUS
Arts Our singers transcend social barriers in a celebration of
shared humanity and love of music. Through intensive
DIABLO GLASS SCHOOL: choral training and high-profile public performance
AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES experience, they learn discipline, develop leadership
Play with fire! Broaden your intellectual horizons skills, and proudly represent the city of Boston.
after school at Diablo’s friendly glass community, with
hands-on instruction and experience (you may even be Program Location: Boston, MA
able to apply to receive academic credit). Contact: Ben Hires
Phone: (617) 778-2242
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts Email: info@bostonchildrenschorus.org
Contact: Doris Martinez Address: 112 Shawmut Avenue, Suite 5B,
Phone: (617) 442-7444 Boston, MA 02118
Email: info@diabloglassschool.com Website: www.bostonchildrenschorus.org
Address: 123 Terrace Street, Boston, MA 02120
Website: www.diabloglassschool.com/
teenafterschool.htm
Theatre
THE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART (ICA) WHEELOCK FAMILY THEATRE
Be a part of something new! Pick from a variety of art Wheelock Family Theatre offers an extensive
and new media classes, join Boston area teens at a Teen number and variety of acting classes after school
Night, or become a part of the Teen Arts Council. There and during public school vacation weeks that are
is always a world of possibilities for you at the ICA. open to all skill levels.
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
Contact: Leah Kandel Contact: Charles G. Baldwin
Phone: (617) 478-3136 Phone: (617) 879-2147
Email: lkandel@icaboston.org Email: cbaldwin@wheelock.edu
Address: 100 Northern Avenue, Address: 200 The Riverway, Boston, MA 02215
Boston, MA 02210 Website: www.wheelockfamilytheatre.org
Website: www.icateens.org
Fashion
SCHOOL OF FASHION DESIGN (SFD):
Students
WEEKEND PROGRAMS from diverse
SFD emphasizes classic apparel as well as communities
innovative fashion design; preparing students for singing with
“The Industry” (ready-to-wear/mass production), the BOSTON
The Boutique (limited editions), and the Haute Couture CHILDREN'S
(exclusive custom design) aspects of fashion. CHORUS.
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
Contact: James Hannon
Phone: (617) 536-9343
Email: sfdboston@aol.com
Address: 136 Newbury Street, Boston, MA 02116
Website: www.schooloffashiondesign.org

26. RECREATION/
TUTORING & TEST PREP
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RECREATION & ENTERTAINMENT
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Boston Paintball is New England’s largest state-
of-the-art indoor paintball playing field. Located in
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Everett, MA with over 50,000 square feet and two
playing fields.
What you give is what they get. Plus, it can be used at any Simon mall
and the millions of merchants that accept American Express Cards in
®
Location(s): Everett, Massachusetts
the U.S. Available in denominations from $20–$500, it’s just one more Contact: John Vitale
way Simon malls make it easier for you to shop smarter. Purchase your
Simon Giftcards today. ® Phone: (617) 941-0123
Email: bostonpaintballgameinfo@gmail.com
Address: 111 Boston Street, Everett, MA 02149
617.965.3038 Website: www.bostonpaintball.com
Use only at US merchants that accept American Express Cards except cruise lines and casinos. Not for use at ATMs or for recurring payments. Not redeemable for cash. No fees after
purchase. For more information, customer service, or Cardholder Agreement visit simongiftcard.com or call 1-800-331-5479. Issued by AEPCMC by license from American Express
Travel Related Services Co., Inc.
BOSTON PAINTBALL, MAYNARD -
OUTDOOR FIELDS
Boston Paintball is New England’s best-known name in
paintball and our outdoor playing field in Maynard, MA
encompasses all that makes the game what it is.
Location(s): Maynard, Massachusetts
Contact: John Vitale
Phone: (617) 941-0123
Check out Email: bostonpaintballgameinfo@gmail.com
Address: 1 Tavern Circle, Sudbury, MA 01776
Website: www.maynardpaintballclub.com
WWW.TEENLIFE.COM
for information on:
TUTORING & TEST PREP
Summer and Gap Year Programs
Community Service ADVANTAGE TESTING OF BOSTON
College Admissions For over 20 years, Advantage Testing tutors
have helped students achieve their academic,
Independent Schools professional, and personal goals.
Jobs & Internships Location(s): Newton Centre, Massachusetts
Contact: Daniel Kusik, Director
TeenLife Local Phone: (617) 630-8680
Email: boston@advantagetesting.com
Address: 10 Langley Road, Suite 403,
Newton Centre, MA 02459
Website: www.advantagetesting.com
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27. VACATION WEEK/PHOTOGRAPHY
HARVARD STUDENT AGENCIES: VACATION WEEK PROGRAMS
SAT PREMIER PREP BY HSA TUTORING
Get ready for the SAT with expert Harvard student
instructors. Group lessons and private tutoring are DIABLO GLASS SCHOOL:
available for the SAT, SAT II Subject Tests, and APs. TEEN VACATION WORKSHOPS
Sign up online by November 30th for $20 off any package The MFA and Diablo Glass School have
with the discount code: WWW11. collaborated to offer Teen Vacation Camps, a
Location(s): Cambridge, Massachusetts creative solution for school vacation weeks. Teens
Contact: Lauren Xie choose between glassblowing and flameworking,
Phone: (617) 496-1506 and work in the kiln-forming studio to create
Email: tutoring@hsa.net fused glass pieces.
Address: 67 Mount Auburn Street, Cambridge, MA 02138 Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
Website: www.tutoring.hsa.net Contact: Doris Martinez
Phone: (617) 442-7444
Email: info@diabloglassschool.com
LEXINGTON LEARNING CENTER, INC. Address: 123 Terrace Street, Boston, MA 02120
Phone: (781) 674-9777 Website: www.diabloglassschool.com/
Address: 329 Massachusetts Avenue, summercamps.htm
Lexington, MA 02420
Website: www.lexingtonlearningctr.com
PHOTOGRAPHY
TENMARKS EDUCATION
TenMarks is a new education initiative which aims PORTRAITS BY ANGELA PHOTOGRAPHY
to change the way kids learn. TenMarks offers a Creates fun and unique studio or outdoor high
supplemental online math program that is effective, school senior yearbook photos in the central
convenient, and affordable for Grade 3 through and eastern part of the state.
High School.
Location(s): Boston, Massachusetts
Location(s): Newton, Massachusetts Contact: Angela Napolitano
Contact: Andrew Joseph Phone: (617) 838-0698
Phone: (617) 383-4999 Email: portraitsbyangela@gmail.com
Email: info@tenmarks.com Address: 188 Spring Street, Boston, MA 02132
Address: 46 Glen Avenue, Newton, MA 02459 Website: www.portraitsbyangela.com or
Website: www.tenmarks.com www.pbasenior.blogspot.com
VERITAS TUTORS
Veritas Tutors specializes in subject tutoring, test
preparation, and admissions consulting. With outstanding
educators from Harvard, MIT, and other top institutions,
Veritas Tutors provides the best possible instruction to
each of its students.
Location(s): Cambridge, Massachusetts
Contact: Stefanie Feldman
Phone: (617) 395-4160
Email: info@veritutors.com
Address: 1132 Massachusetts Avenue,
Cambridge, MA 02138
Website: www.veritutors.com
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28. MALLS
With stores like Gap, Hollister, Game Stop, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Macy’s, and Nordstrom’s, the 15 Simon Malls in
Greater Boston offer a mix of specialty shops, national retailers, anchor stores, and off-priced shopping—where
parents and teens can find everything they need all school year long.
TeenLife would like to thank Simon Malls for its continued support of
our Community Service Fairs, as well as for distributing our info-packed
guides, like this one, each spring and fall. TeenLife Boston is available
at each mall's guest services, so grab and pass along some more!
ARSENAL MALL COPLEY PLACE MALL NORTHSHORE MALL
Guest Services: (617) 923-9944 Guest Services: (617) 262-6600 Guest Services: (978) 531-3441
Address: 485 Arsenal Street, Address: 100 Huntington Avenue, Address: RT-128N and RT-114E,
Watertown, MA 02472 Boston, MA 02116 Peabody, MA 01960
Website: www.arsenal-mall.com Website: www.simon.com/mall/?id=784 Website: www.northshore-mall.com
ATRIUM MALL EMERALD SQUARE MALL SOLOMON POND MALL
Guest Services: (617) 527-1475 Guest Services: (508) 699-4100 Guest Services: (508) 303-0204
Address: 300 Boylston Street, Address: 999 South Washington Street, Address: 601 Donald Lynch Boulevard,
Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 North Attleboro, MA 02760 Marlborough, MA 01752
Website: www.atrium-mall.com Website: www.simon.com/mall/?id=335 Website: www.solomon-pond-mall.com
AUBURN MALL GREENDALE MALL SOUTH SHORE PLAZA
Guest Services: (508) 832-2314 Guest Services: (508) 856-9401 Guest Services: (781) 843-8201
Address: 385 Southbridge Street, Address: 7 Neponset Street, Address: 250 Granite Street,
Auburn, MA 01501 Worcester, MA 01606 Braintree, MA 02184
Website: www.simon.com/ Website: www.greendale-mall.com Website: www.simon.com/mall/?id=147
mall/?id=332
LIBERTY TREE MALL SQUARE ONE MALL
BURLINGTON MALL Guest Services: (978) 777-0795 Guest Services: (781) 231-9087
Guest Services: (781) 272-8668 Address: 100 Independence Way, Address: 1201 Broadway,
Address: 75 Middlesex Turnpike, Danvers, MA 01923 Saugus, MA 01906
Burlington, MA 01803 Website: www.liberty-tree-mall.com Website: www.square-one-mall.com
Website: www.burlington-mall.com
THE MALL AT CHESTNUT HILL WRENTHAM VILLAGE
CAPE COD MALL PREMIUM OUTLETS
Guest Services: (617) 965-3038
Guest Services: (508) 771-0201 Address: 199 Boylston Street, Guest Services: (508) 384-0600
Address: 796 Iyannough Road, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467 Address: One Premium Outlets
Hyannis, MA 02601 Website: www.simon.com/mall/?id=786 Boulevard, Wrentham, MA 02093
Website: www.cape-cod-mall.com Website: www.premiumoutlets.com/
outlets/outlet.asp?id=10
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29. MALLS
Help Support the Simon Youth Foundation
Simon Youth Foundation (SYF)
Simon Youth Foundation, established in 1998, operates
in partnership with local public school districts—and
has established 23 academies in 13 U.S. states that give
at-risk students the same education they would receive
in a traditional classroom while offering the flexibility
that their individual circumstances require.
Recipient of the Crystal Star Award of Excellence in
Dropout Prevention from the National Dropout Preven-
tion Center, the foundation has helped more than 8,000
students earn their high school diploma and provided
more than $9.7 million in college scholarships through
its Simon Youth Scholarship Program to 3,300 students
in 42 states. The Education Commission of the United
States has recognized the foundation with its Corpo-
rate Award for sustained and substantial investment in
improving public education.
Simon Youth Academies
Simon Youth Academies are alternative schools that
provide at-risk youth the opportunity to earn their
Upcoming TeenLife
high school diploma. Each academy is a partnership Community Service Fairs!
between SYF and one or more public school districts.
We are so happy to announce that our annual
Academy students receive job and life skills training,
are able to set the pace of their education, and upon Community Service Fair, which we’ve hosted
graduation they earn a diploma from the public successfully in Boston for the past four years,
school district. will be held in several additional communities
The Simon Youth Peabody Learning Academy at in 2012.
Northshore Mall opened in 2010 and immediately
cut the local school district's drop-out rate in half, This signature TeenLife event brings together
just by opening its doors. more than 50 local non-profits that specifically
take teen volunteers. Since most schools are
Simon Properties Support SYF requiring up to 40 hours of community service
work to graduate, it’s a wonderful opportunity for
Simon® properties nationwide support SYF through
students to learn more about a cause they are
on-mall collection vehicles and local events. The
outpouring support of local mall communities and interested in and even sign up to volunteer on-site.
the tireless efforts of Simon mall teams have enabled
Simon Youth Foundation to change the lives of so many The Mall at Chestnut Hill, Chestnut Hill, MA
youth across the country. South Shore Plaza, Braintree, MA
White Plains, NY
For more information New York, NY
on donating and Philadelphia, PA
volunteering, go to
http://www.syf.org Check www.TeenLife.com/CSFairs for details.

30. About TeenLife
Visit www.teenlife.com
WHO WE ARE
TeenLife is the "go to” resource for parents, teens, and educators actively looking for meaningful
learning experiences—regionally, nationally, and internationally—for students. Our award-winning site,
handy guides, and face-to-face events feature an extensive number of opportunities, programs, and
services that "bring out the best” in teens.
WHAT WE DO
Few students, parents, and educators have the time, resources, or knowledge to
research interesting, experiential learning opportunities for teens. So, we do it for
them. TeenLife scours the Internet and teen resources for new information and
ideas on a continual basis. Our proprietary database containing thousands of
listings for teens is unmatched by any other source.
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31. Students at the
TEENLIFE COMMUNITY
SERVICE FAIR hosted
in February.
We are the "go to” resource for students, parents,
and educators who are seeking programs, products,
and services geared to teens aged 13-19 in the
United States.
BECOME A MEMBER. IT'S FREE!
Information is offered online at Teenlife.com
and through monthly e-newsletters, email
communications, and printable guides in a
number of categories. Families and
their teens can also explore opportunities
at live events, school and student fairs, and
corporate meetings. Students, parents, and
educators are encouraged to register for free
and experience the comprehensive nature
of our resources!
For more information about TeenLife, email
info@teenlife.com or call (617) 277-5120. Programs,
schools, service providers, and other organizations
who want to be listed on our site should contact
listings@teenlife.com.
JOIN TEENLIFE.COM NOW!

32. TeenLife Boston
A Resource for Families with Teens
www.teenlife.com/boston
In addition to the wide variety of listings in this guide, TeenLife.com lists hundreds more schools, programs,
services and after-school activities just for teens in the Greater Boston area, including those listed below.
And be sure to also look on the site for information about college admissions resources, gap year programs,
overnight summer programs and how to find a job or internship.
GREATER BOSTON SCHOOLS, PROGRAMS, AND SERVICES
Private Schools Horseback Riding Greek Party Rentals
Boarding Ice Hockey Italian Party Supplies
Boarding & Day Ice Skating Japanese Photographers
Day Only Lacrosse Russian Venues
Semester Schools Martial Arts Spanish
Mountain Biking Recreation &
Advisors Pilates College Resources Entertainment
Career Rock Climbing College Admissions Amusement Park
College Roller-Blading College Funding Bowling
Gap Year Rowing College Research Cultural Events
Internship Sailing Entertainment
Specialized Education Scuba Diving Community Service Mini-Golf
Summer Skiing Paintball
Soccer Health & Sports Arena
Classes & Instruction Squash Behavioral Services Tours
Academic Swimming Dentists Water Park
Astronomy Tennis Orthodontists Zoo
Enrichment Yoga Pediatricians
Language Arts Physical Therapy Summer Programs
Learning Disabilities Other Psychological &
Math DJ'ing Educational Services Travel
Driving Vision Airline
Arts Entrepreneurship Bus Service
Dance Environmental Prom & Event Services Cruise
Music Conservation Catering Group Travel
Theatre Filmmaking & Dresses & Formal Wear Travel Agency
Visual Arts Digital Media Entertainment
Financial Literacy Event Planning Tutoring & Test Prep
Sports First Aid Florists
Baseball Robotics Invitations Vacation Week Programs
Basketball Self Defense Limousine Services
Cross Country
Diving Language
Fencing Arabic VISIT TEENLIFE.COM/BOSTON!
Field Hockey Chinese
Golf French
Gymnastics German
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There are plenty of instructive classes and activities, tutoring and test
prep options, and residential programs of study in and around Boston.
FEATURED LISTINGS
19 CollegeApplicationEssayCoach.com
24 Advantage Testing of Boston
17 Conserve School
18, 21 AHP Educational Consulting
26 Copley Place Mall
18, 21 AMG Educational Consultants
23 Diablo Glass School: After School Classes
26 Arsenal Mall
25 Diablo Glass School: Teen Vacation Workshops
19 The Arts Edge
26 Emerald Square Mall
26 Atrium Mall
13 German International School Boston (GISB)
26 Auburn Mall
15 The Glenholme School
23 Boston Children's Chorus
26 Greendale Mall
24 Boston Paintball, Everett - Indoor Fields
25 Harvard Student Agencies:
24 Boston Paintball, Maynard - Outdoor Fields SAT Premier Prep by HSA Tutoring
12 Boston University Academy 23 The Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)
12 Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N) 19 Kosierowski Education Group
26 Burlington Mall 25 Lexington Learning Center, Inc.
26 Cape Cod Mall 26 Liberty Tree Mall
15 Carpe Diem Education 26 The Mall at Chestnut Hill
13 Cathedral High School 13 Mount Alvernia High School
16 Center for Cultural Interchange: 13 Mount Saint Joseph Academy
High School Abroad
22 MVP College Funding, LLC
22 The Center for Interim Programs
14 Noble and Greenough School
19 Cheri Barad Education Consulting
26 Northshore Mall
13 Clark School
17 Coastal Studies for Girls
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