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Boston Leadership Institute (BLI) offers students an opportunity to explore potential career paths through immersive, hands-on summer learning programs. Designed for motivated middle and high school students, BLI emphasizes real-world learning, critical thinking, and practical experience beyond what’s typically available in a traditional classroom.
Programs are hosted at multiple locations, including The Newman School in Boston’s Back Bay — within walking distance of major medical and research institutions — as well as on the campuses of Babson College and Bentley University. Students can choose from a wide range of subjects to study, including engineering, architecture, biotechnology, veterinary medicine, finance, and more, with options for both day and residential programs.
Competitive admission to BLI’s three-week programs enables students to dive deeply into advanced subjects through lab work, interactive projects, and field trips, often using professional-grade equipment and resources such as medical simulators. BLI’s residential experiences allow students to sample campus life while building independence and community.
Additional Edge programs support students preparing for high school coursework by strengthening foundational skills through guided instruction and built-in academic support. With an emphasis on affordability, experiential learning, and collaboration, BLI helps students gain clarity about their interests and prepare for future academic and career goals.
For more than 23 summers, Debate Camp has empowered young people to build confidence and sharpen skills in communication, analytical thinking, and persuasive speaking. Combining serious enrichment with a fun-filled, high-energy summer experience, Debate Camp offers a three-part curriculum focused on public speaking, parliamentary debate, and Model United Nations.
For New England families, Debate Camp offers multiple one-week day camp sessions in Greater Boston, including locations in West Roxbury and Fenway. Week-long overnight options are also available at the Maine Overnight Debate Camp, set on the beautiful campus of Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine, and at the Rhode Island Overnight Debate Camp on the picturesque seaside campus of Portsmouth Abbey School in Portsmouth, Rhode Island.
Day camp programs are best suited for students in grades 5–9, while overnight camps are designed for grades 7–10. Sessions run throughout July 2026 and welcome participants of all experience levels, from beginners to more experienced speakers. Through structured instruction, practice, and collaboration, campers develop skills in advocacy, analytical thinking, and civil discourse on all sides of the many debatable issues of our day — tools that serve them well in higher education and beyond.
New England Innovation Academy (NEIA) is a day and boarding school serving grades 6–12, where students can develop their passions and prepare for what’s next. Set on a state-of-the-art campus in Marlborough, NEIA’s vision is to prepare students for success through a future-focused curriculum, human-centered design, and real-world application.
NEIA NEXT Summer Programs run from June 22 through Aug. 14, 2026, and offer a range of immersive experiences for students of different ages and interests. Summer Adventures, for children ages 7–15, invite curious minds to discover, imagine, and build by understanding the world through practical problem-solving, cultural immersion, and creative expression. Sports and Specialty Programs, for ages 10–15, include Volleyball, Soccer, and Golf through Nike Sports; Basketball through Junior Celtics Academy; and Martial Arts, Dance, Fitness and Recreation offered through community partner programs.
For students ages 12–15, Innovation Labs provide opportunities to identify real-world challenges and develop ideas in areas such as biotechnology, functional design, creative digital media, and sports entrepreneurship. NEIA is also the exclusive host of the Babson Summer Study pre-college program for students in grades 11–12, offered in partnership with Babson College, a world leader in entrepreneurship education.
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At NuVu Summer, students gain lifelong skills, from creative problem-solving to collaboration with industry experts — all while tackling challenges that matter. NuVu’s hands-on STEM and arts programs for middle and high school students use a studio model to foster teamwork, innovation, and technical skills. Students tackle real-world problems through exciting hands-on studios like Bot V Bot, Future Couture, Tiny House, Battlebotics, Escape Room, Startup Labs, Pet Products, Exploration Rovers, E-Go Karts, Creative Coding, and more.
NuVu offers two day programs: a middle school program for ages 11–13 at NuVu High School in Central Square in Cambridge and a high school program for ages 14–18 that takes place at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This year, NuVu is also offering a two-week residential high school program on MIT’s campus during session two.
Each two-week session focuses on projects rooted in design, technology, art, and engineering, guided by expert coaches from Harvard University, MIT, and Rhode Island School of Design. With personalized attention and a dynamic environment, every day is engaging and fun. Financial aid is available, and NuVu offers discounts for multiple session sign-ups, siblings, and returning students. Check out NuVu for a summer of innovation and discovery.
2026 Session DatesSession 1: July 6–17, 2026Session 2: July 20–31, 2026Session 3: Aug. 3–14, 2026
Set on a beautiful campus nestled in the town of Barrington, Rhode Island, Summer at St. Andrew’s offers a distinctive residential chess camp experience for students from around the world. Their Residential Chess Camp, held July 26–Aug. 8, is led by international champion Jorge Sammour-Hasbun and includes weekend and evening excursions. Campers refine strategy, strengthen critical-thinking skills, and build confidence while enjoying classic summer fun.
St. Andrew’s offers day camps for children aged 3–16, ranging from their traditional Voyager camps to a wide variety of weekly specialty options. Highlights include Chess (ages 5–14); Model UN; Dungeons & Dragons; Media Creators (English and Spanish); Snap-Circuit Engineering; AI Innovations; Coding Adventures; E-Sports; Rev Robots; Green Energy Engineers; Cosplay Construction; Recycled Fashion; Jewelry Making; Mixed Media & Clay; Ballet Tumble; Pop Dance and Acro; Choreography; Hoops with Hart Basketball; Squash; Outdoor Adventure with low- and high-ropes courses; and Strength and Conditioning for older campers.
Blending elite instruction, enrichment, and adventure, Summer at St. Andrew’s offers a season of growth, discovery, and lasting memories.
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