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Please Note: This sheet is a curated resource of outside programs that require school nomination. It is not an exhaustive list of available opportunities, and programs may be added or updated throughout the year as information becomes available.
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Program NameOrganizationCategoryGradesDeadline to Request NominationApplication Deadline for StudentCostLocationSchool Nomination?Nomination SlotsDescriptionWhat You'll DoWebsite LinkRequest Nomination HEREStatusQuestions? Contact:
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US Senate Youth ApplicationUS Senate Youth ProgramLeadership11-12Sep 25, 2026Oct 7, 2026FreeWashington DCYes2Leadership opportunity for students interested in government, public service, and civic engagement.Participate in a weeklong Washington, D.C. program featuring meetings with senators, government leaders, and policy experts, plus discussions on public service and civic engagement.Selection Process : How to ApplyNomination FormOpenMrs. Freeland
becca.freeland@ocsarts.net
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Simon Summer Research ProgramStony Brook UniversityResearch1112/4/26Feb 5, 2026Partially CoveredStony Brook University, NYYes3Conduct hands-on science, math, or engineering research alongside Stony Brook faculty mentors.Simons Fellows are matched with Stony Brook faculty mentors, join a research group or team, and assume responsibility for a project. The Simons Fellows conclude their apprenticeship by producing a written research abstract and a research poster.About | Simons Summer Research ProgramNomination FormOpenMrs. Sargous
Paige.Sargous@ocsarts.net
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Hugh O'Brian Leadership Seminar (HOBY)HOBY Youth LeadershipLeadership10N/A11/9/26$450Tentatively at University of San DiegoYesTBD3-4-day seminar focused on leadership development, teamwork and community impactParticipate in HOBY’s leadership seminars, workshops, team activities, and community-focused experiences designed to build leadership skills.HOBY Youth Leadership SeminarHOBY Application LinkOpenMrs. Dodyk
katrina.dodyk@ocsarts.net
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California Girls StateAmerican Legion AuxiliaryLeadership11N/ATBDFreeUniversity of California RiversideYes3-5An intensive civic leadership program that gives students a hands-on understanding of how local and state government works.Participants will build and operate a simulated government by: campaigning, voting, running for office, organizing communities, debating issues, and taking part in the govermental process. California Girls StateComing SoonMrs. Dodyk
katrina.dodyk@ocsarts.net
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California Boys & Girls StateAmerican LegionLeadership11N/ATBDFreeCalifornia State University, SacramentoYes3A high-energy, hands-on crucible where delegates plunge into the living mechanics of citizenship: rights, privileges, and responsibilities.Delegates step into the roles of public servants: they run for and fill city, county, and state offices; draft and debate legislation; preside over court proceedings; stage law-enforcement demonstrations; and lead assemblies that bring real officials face-to-face with tomorrow’s leaders.California Boys & Girls StateComing SoonMrs. Dodyk
katrina.dodyk@ocsarts.net
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Pepperdine Youth Citizenship SeminarPepperdine UniversityLeadership11TBDTBDFreeMalibu, CAYes4A five-day, four-night leadership seminar at Pepperdine University featuring guest speakers, mentorship, workshops, team-building, and discussions on leadership, values, and civic engagement.World-renowned guest speakers,  Incredible counselors/mentors, Daily breakout sessions, An interactive free enterprise workshop, Team-building competitions, A casual dance night, A casual talent show, A semi-formal closing banquet for participants, and their parents/guardians, A five-day stay on a college campusPepperdine Youth Citizenship SeminarComing SoonMrs. Dodyk
katrina.dodyk@ocsarts.net
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