Columbia University Teachers College: Project Belonging Online Summer Course
Overview
An asynchronous online training program for middle and high school students focused on preventing hate and educational displacement through building belonging and resilience in school settings. Participants learn to foster empathy, connection, and violence prevention while implementing community-based projects and receiving a $1,000 stipend.
At a glance
Sessions
Apr–Aug
Formats
Online
Location
Online
Cost
Freefrom $0
Entering grades
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Open enrollment; not selective. Research study (IRB Protocol #23-358) collecting feedback.
Application requirements
Age
12–17 years old (minors require parental consent); 18+ may self-consent
Geographic Restriction
Students from NYC Public or Charter Schools cannot apply at this time
School Designation
Schools must designate a supervising teacher responsible for organizing logistics and communicating with TC staff
Team Participation
Participants must work in teams for the program track
Consent
Parental consent form required for minors; assent form required after parent consent
Cost & sessions
No enrollment fee. Program participants receive $1,000 stipend for project implementation.
Financial aid
$1,000 stipend provided to Project Belonging Program participants for local project implementation
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