Extra Learning Youth Scholars Program

The Extra Learning (XL) Youth Scholars Program is a 7-week initiative that provides students with academic enrichment opportunities beyond the traditional classroom.

Through a combination of recorded lectures, workshops, and project-based learning, the program helps students deepen their understanding of academic subjects while developing research and leadership skills.

Program Structure

Students participate in cohort-based learning that includes:

Recorded academic lectures and learning modules
Interactive workshops led by educators and professionals
Collaborative projects and guided research
Academic skill development in writing, critical thinking, and analysis

Civic Scholars Track

Within the Extra Learning Scholars program, students can participate in meaningful civic engagement and public policy work.

Students explore topics such as:

College access and leadership development
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Local community challenges and public policy solutions

Students will conduct guided research on issues affecting their communities and present policy-informed proposals at the conclusion of the program.