Cincinnati youth education programs can help your child plan their future.
Cincinnati education programs for children of all ages.
STEM Programs, acting classes, and youth docent programs in Cincinnati.
Become a Delta Debutante.
Youth programs downtown, in the West End, and all over Hamilton County.
Children can begin to learn life skills as early as elementary school. Even though this happens inside the classroom and at home, it’s always nice to have it reinforced.
These Cincinnati youth education programs will help children gain responsibility, community service, social awareness, and more. Just in time for their college careers!
Mentoring programs, tutoring programs, and more for preschool, elementary, middle, and high school students. These enriching programs for multiple grades may help with academic achievement, leadership development, career goals, and more.
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Education programs for children
Learn to Reign
Elementz
Boys and Girls
Ages: All Ages
Youth will learn how to maintain appropriate care for equipment, as well as beat mixing and scratching. For more information or to join, email [email protected].
STUDIO E.
Elementz
Ages: All Ages
Boys and Girls
Studio E is a hub for talented youth who have an interest in being producers of music and digital content. While in the program children will learn how to produce a variety of content using state-of-the-art equipment. For more information, email [email protected].
BEATS & RHYMES
Elementz
Ages: 13 and up
Boys and Girls
Beats & Rhymes is a state-of-the-art project studio that provides teenage and young adult members with an outlet to book studio time for recording & beat-making. Students will learn how to use studio equipment and record songs. For more information, email [email protected].
HIP HOP DANCE
Elementz
Ages: All Ages
Boys and Girls
Hip Hop Dance or Breaking is an essential element of the culture. For more information, email [email protected].
Thrive
Elementz
Ages: All Ages
Boys and Girls
THRIVE is a unique, multifaceted Hip Hop initiative designed to cultivate local artistry and build an inclusive creative community. For more information, please email [email protected].
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Otto M. Budig Academy
Cincinnati Ballet
Ages: 2 and up
Boys and Girls
World-class training to develop artists and aspiring dancers.
Acting Classes and Workshops
Playhouse in the Park
Ages: 3–14
Boys and Girls
Build confidence, strengthen communication skills and develop a sense of ensemble and community. Experience courses such as acting, movement, voice and improvisation.
Saturday Hoops
Cincinnati Collaborative
Ages: 3–18
Boys and Girls
Provides fun, faith, and positive role modeling by creating art, circuit training, weekly speakers, and much more.
Youth Auxiliary Clubs
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. ~ Pi Sigma Zeta Chapter
Ages: 4-18
Girls Only
Helping young women grow culturally, socially, and educationally through service, scholarship, sisterhood, and Finer Womanhood ideals.
Academic Intervention
Inner City Youth Opportunities
Ages: 5–10
Boys and Girls
Individualized or small group instruction on critical fundamental skills like reading, phonics, writing, vocabulary, math, science and social studies.
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Comic Book Drawing
McKie Recreation Center
Ages: 5-12
Boys and Girls
There is a $5 fee for the class. Call 513- 681-8247 for more information.
Homework Help at the Library
Cincinnati & Hamilton County Public Library
Boys and Girls
Ages: 5-14
K-8th-grade students can get no-cost, one-on-one homework help in reading and math at local library branches.
Youth and School Gardens
Civic Garden Center
Ages: 5–18
Boys and Girls
Children strengthen their development and connection to the natural world and learn to grow food.
STEMulates
The Gaskins Foundation
Ages: 6-18
Boys and Girls
Increase math, science, and technology opportunities while experiencing a hands-on, fun environment. Encouraging youth to enroll and participate in advanced math and science classes.
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Modern Jazz & Creative Dance
MamLuft&Co. Dance
Boys and Girls
Ages 6-18
For young people ready for more serious environments and more advanced expectations.
Art Classes
Cincinnati Black Theatre Company
Ages: 7–12
Boys and Girls
Interactive and fun theater education and training classes teach kids to work together. Subjects include dance, acting, vocal, and more.
STEM Girls
Cincinnati Museum Center
Ages: 7–14
Girls Only
Discover authentic and relevant STEM experiences in our free program. Visit labs, facilities, and offices of women actively working in STEM fields.
Youth Circus Camp
My Nose Turns Red
Ages: 7–18
Boys and Girls
Learn how to juggle, balance on the rolling globe, and the basics of creating a clown character. Students play various circus games that build teamwork, cooperation, trust, and friendship.
Sigma Beta Club
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Boys Only
Ages 8-18
Focuses on culture, athletics, social and educational needs by developing values, leadership skills, and social/cultural awareness during their developmental years.
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Cincinnati Shakespeare Company Acting Classes
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company
Ages: 10-18
Boys and Girls
Weekly acting classes where students work on creative collaboration and teamwork through the theatrical arts. Scholarships are available for classes.
First Generation Leaders of America
Ages: 10-18
Boys and Girls
Mentoring through a tracking system for skills, professionalism, short-term goals, midlife goals, long-term goals, and action plans. Fill out the application on the website. For more information, call 513-479-0457.
Girls STEAM Academy
Queen City (OH) Chapter of The Links Incorporated
Ages: 11–14
Girls Only
This program provides fun, exciting, and educational enrichment workshops and activities. They are designed to increase STEAM interest, provide authentic experiences, and create strong teen leaders. For more information or to join, email [email protected].
Dr. Betty Shabazz Academy
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Cincinnati Queen City Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 11–14
Girls Only
Develops young women into effective and optimistic problem solvers with confidence and positive attitudes. Sessions are virtual this year. Email [email protected] for more information.
Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 11–14
Girls Only
Exposes young ladies to scholarships in math, science, and technology. Doing so through service learning, sisterhood, and cultivating interpersonal relationships among their peers. For more information, email [email protected].
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Project Passport
D.A.D Initiative
Ages: 11–18
Boys and Girls
Students can receive a passport free of charge and travel outside the U.S. For more information or to join, call 513-760-6275.
Youth Development Program
Cincinnati Museum Center
Ages: 13–18
Boys and Girls
Meet new people, participate in college preparation and tours, and attend summer trips while volunteering at the museum.
Cincinnati Arts & Technology Studios
Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS)
Ages: 14–18
Boys and Girls
Helps students earn fine arts credits to graduate from high school on time and build skills to succeed in life. Call 513-562-5500.
Achievers Program
YWCA of Greater Cincinnati
Ages: 14–18
Boys and Girls
This college readiness and career exploration program provides teens with the essential tools. These tools allow them to pursue higher education and identify different career opportunities. This is done through workshops and college tours.
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Delta G.E.M.S.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Queen City Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 14–18
Girls Only
Encourage young ladies’ educational and personal development through monthly activities through African American mentors. Activities include career choices, interview skills, resume writing, financial matters, etc. Email [email protected] for more information.
Delta GEMS
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 14–18
Girls Only
Instilling academic excellence and providing tools to sharpen and enhances skills. This program assists girls in proper goal setting and planning for their futures. Check the website for application details or email [email protected].
Beautillion Militaire
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Queen City Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 16-18
Boys Only
Promotes the educational and personal development of African American high school junior and senior males. Youth are exposed to monthly activities such as career and life choices, interviewing skills, resume writing, community activities, and more. Email [email protected] for more information
Debutante Cotillion
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. ~ Cincinnati Alumnae Chapter
Ages: 16-18
Girls Only
Enhances young girls’ personal, professional, and civic development. Doing so through workshops, events and rehearsals. All while cultivating scholarship, achievement, self-confidence, grace, and good citizenship. Request an application by emailing [email protected].
Leaders of Tomorrow
National Black MBA Association
Age: High School
Boys and Girls
Students tackle a countywide problem and then design and implement a plan to address it locally. For more information or to join, email [email protected].
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INROADS College Links Program
Inroads
Age: High School
Boys and Girls
A college and career readiness program provides high school students with professional and soft skill tools. These tools include goal-setting and planning skills and access to career immersion activities.
INROADS Internships Program
Inroads
Age: College
Boys and Girls
Gain access to career-related paid summer internships and training for corporate readiness with business soft skills.
Teen Docent Program
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Age: High School
Boys and Girls
Expose students to a museum environment where they can improve their historical acumen and professional leadership skills. Email [email protected] for any questions.
Khula After School Program
Never The Less, INC.
Age: 7th and 8th graders
Girls Only
Promotes character, values, and the ability to rise above circumstances to become critical thinkers and strong forward-thought leaders.
Jumpstart Your Future
Never The Less, INC.
Age: 9th-11th grade
Girls Only
Empowers young women to have a positive and productive future. Encourages their vision for their future and teaches them how to achieve it.
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If there are any other Cincinnati youth education programs we missed, please let us know at The Voice of Black Cincinnati.
Written by: Marissa Staples
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