New Hampshire’s Student Volunteering Hub. Download the app in the App Store.
Manchester School of Technology
BIG Program (Broad Interventions of Growth)
In-school services and supports focused on goal setting and personal growth.
Support for Students Experiencing Homelessness
The City of Manchester Health Department (MHD) has partnered with the Manchester School District to provide an experienced Community Health Worker to assist students/families experiencing homelessness with basic needs. The CHW can connect students/families to medical, dental, and vision providers; help them secure health insurance; assist them in completing applications or determining eligibility for Medicaid, WIC/Food Stamps, fuel/rental assistance, and other financial assistance; and connect
them to resources for food, clothing, housing, and other basic needs and social supports.
New Hampshire ProStart
ProStart® is a nationwide, two-year program for high school students that develops the best and brightest talent into tomorrow’s industry leaders. From culinary techniques to management skills, ProStart’s industry-driven curriculum provides real-world educational opportunities and builds practical skills and a foundation that will last a lifetime. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nm9BOrElXLA
NH JAG IN-SCHOOL PROGRAMS
NH JAG is a statewide program for youth who seek to make the most of their high school education and pursue career and postsecondary educational interests. As part of a strong, national JAG Network, NH JAG teaches young adults academic and workplace competencies. Through comprehensive and proven practices, New Hampshire youth experience the value of a high school education while also developing teamwork, leadership, community service, and workplace skills to prepare them for the challenges and opportunities that await them in the world beyond school. By participating in the NH JAG program, young people across the state can explore career opportunities, discover personal strengths, gain confidence and take pride in their personal achievements. Programs include summer youth employment.
BRING IT!
Academic support and tutoring, career exploration, dance and performing arts, soccer-fitness offered on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at Hillside Middle School.
Amoskeag Health School-Based Counseling Services
Onsite school-based behavioral health services
FIRST @Home
As a global robotics community that prepares young people for the future, FIRST ® is committed to continuing our efforts to give students the skills and confidence they need to change the world – today and tomorrow. FIRST @Home is your source to learn about opportunities for STEM skill development, FIRST supported activities, and unique events in the FIRST community
Manchester Health Department Dental Care Program
The City of Manchester Health Department works with the Manchester School District to bring dental care to children in need at Manchester’s elementary, middle, and high schools. Dental care is provided on a dental van at each school during school hours by a certified Public Health Dental Hygienist and, when needed, a licensed dentist. Students can also be referred to local dental offices for ongoing dental care. The program serves an average of 600 students each school year at all 21 Manchester public schools.
Remote Tutoring Collaborative
The Meelia Center partners with the Manchester School District to provide free remote tutoring to underrepresented K-12 students in 10 schools across the district. Students who identify with groups often underrepresented in high school & college graduation are referred for tutoring by their teachers, parents or community. Current schools served include Bakersville, Northwest, Webster, Southside, McLaughlin, Parkside, West, Central, Memorial and MST. Flexible afterschool hours for tutor support.
Access Academy
Access Academy is an on-campus & remote afterschool educational program for high school students who identify with groups often underrepresented in high school & college graduation. It offers multiple Mondays and Tuesdays courses taught by college students, that provide students with skills for school success, college mentors, career exploration & high school credits. Courses include Computer Technology, Arts, and Personal Finance. In Access, students gain friendships that fuel aspirations.
Queen City Music & Leadership Program
This program gives students grades 6-9 the opportunity to learn how to play an instrument, participate in small group lessons, have guided practice time, play in ensembles, and participate in leadership building opportunities. This program is grant subsidized, and focuses on creating access for students who might need financial assistance.
GEAR UP NH
GEAR UP New Hampshire is one of two grant initiatives within the New Hampshire GEAR UP Alliance. This Federal grant program is designed to help students prepare for and succeed after high school. Participating students will receive services ranging from academic support, career exploration, and college planning. GEAR UP New Hampshire will serve approximately 4,000 students across 15 middle schools, using a cohort model following current 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students through their first year of college. In addition to training and resources, GEAR UP New Hampshire offers scholarships for eligible students who remain in state for college!
City of Manchester Office of Youth Services
Crisis Intervention and Referral, Middle School – Outreach: school and community based interventions, High School – Wrap for Youth Resilience (WYR): school based supports and intervention, Summer and vacation athletic and enrichment programs. All programs are free.
