TeenLife Chicago
Welcome to TeenLife Chicago! Using this page, students and parents are able to explore summer programs, volunteer options, gap year opportunities and so much more in the Chicagoland area! Opportunities on this page are intended for all teens age 13 – 19, though cost, length and other prerequisites may vary depending on the program.
So what does TeenLife Chicago have to offer? Teens can take classes at the Art Institute of Chicago, the Illinois Institute of Technology or the University of Chicago! They can explore Chicago’s exciting urban landscape with a number of artistic and media-focussed summer programs. Or, they can explore community service opportunities at the The American Lung Association and The Chicago Children’s Museum. There’s endless possibilities!
If you’re a student or parent looking for something to do this year in Chicago, TeenLife is here to help. Use the filters on the left side of this screen to narrow down your search and start exploring today!
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Events
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Pioneer Student Information Session – Wednesday Evening
08:00pm (ET)Earn respect by researching with the Pioneer Research Institute, the highest level of research for high school students!
The Pioneer Research Institute has been empowering exceptional high school students to take on advanced academic challenges since 2012. Recommended by the most prestigious gifted programs in the U.S., Pioneer selects intellectually-driven students to conduct original research under the mentorship of professors from leading colleges and universities, culminating in a full-length research paper. Fully accredited and widely respected for selectivity and rigor.
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Transformation Thursday: Achieving Harmony: How Families Use Non-Traditional Education to Support Mental Health and Pass
08:00pm to 09:00pm (ET)"Transformation Thursdays", a groundbreaking new panel series designed to address the critical issues facing students, families, and educators in today's fast-evolving educational landscape.
Achieving Harmony: How Families Use Non-Traditional Education to Support Mental Health and Passion Pursuits
Delve into how flexible education models like online schooling and homeschooling can enhance mental health and allow students to pursue extracurricular interests. Hear from families who have embraced non-traditional paths and share their success stories.
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Laurel Springs Virtual Open House 2/18
08:00pm to 09:00pm (ET)Join our Virtual Open House! These sessions are the best way to discover whether Laurel Springs is the right fit for your family. You'll meet our Head of School, Student Ambassadors, faculty and staff, and have the chance to ask questions in breakout rooms - leave feeling confident about your decision to enroll your child in Laurel Springs. And, if you attend, we'll waive your $300 registration fee at time of enrollment.
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TeenLife LIVE Summer Opportunities Virtual Fair – February 20, 2025
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (ET)Experience the TeenLife Summer Opportunities Virtual Fair! Designed to mirror a traditional fair, we have various speakers ready to interact with students, parents, and educators. If you can’t join live, no worries. All registrants will receive a recording after the event wraps up. This event will begin at 6 PM ET.
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Laurel Springs Virtual Open House 3/06
01:00pm (ET)Join our Virtual Open House! These sessions are the best way to discover whether Laurel Springs is the right fit for your family. You'll meet our Head of School, Student Ambassadors, faculty and staff, and have the chance to ask questions in breakout rooms - leave feeling confident about your decision to enroll your child in Laurel Springs. And, if you attend, we'll waive your $300 registration fee at time of enrollment. Register at https://www.laurelsprings.com/admissions/virtual-open-houses.
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TeenLife LIVE: Gap Year Virtual Fair – March 6, 2025
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (ET)Be part of the TeenLife Gap Year Virtual Fair! Crafted to provide the depth and variety of a conventional fair, our array of speakers are geared up to introduce you to their gap year options. Can’t attend the live session? Rest assured, a recording will be sent to all who register shortly after the event concludes
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TeenLife LIVE Summer Opportunities Virtual Fair – April 10, 2025
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (ET)Experience the TeenLife Summer Opportunities Virtual Fair! Designed to mirror a traditional fair, we have various speakers ready to interact with students, parents, and educators. If you can’t join live, no worries. All registrants will receive a recording after the event wraps up. This event will begin at 6 PM ET.
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