Help Your Child Win a New York Times Writing Award

Generic Programs Don’t Stand Out!

From blog to podcast, your child will build a professional digital presence that inspires, educates, or entertains—powered by expert mentorship and a strategic content plan. It’s more than just posting—It’s about turning what they care about into content that gets seen, shared, and remembered.

Beyond the Extracurriculars That Everyone Does…

Journalism club. Model UN. Debate team. They're great—but they're everywhere.
Colleges see thousands of the same activities, the same essays, the same stories.
What they’re really looking for?
  • Students who create, not just participate.
  • A clear voice, a distinct point of view, and a platform to share it.
  • Projects that show initiative, originality, and real-world traction—like a published article, a viral video series, or a podcast with purpose.
Your child doesn’t need to be internet-famous.
 They just need to stand for something they care deeply about.

Help your child become a published writer before senior year

Your child can build:

Blog

Carson researched and wrote a Scholastic Award-winning Op-Ed on financial equity and women in the workplace.

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Social media platform

Elise worked with mentors throughout high school to create a fashion blog and social media platform… she’s now a freshman at Cornell!

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Magazine

Chiara founded Magnify, an art-forward fashion magazine empowering young adults to blend creativity with social impact and inspire meaningful change.

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Create content related to:

  • Fashion / Cosmetics

  • Sports Journalism

  • Law / Government / Policy

  • Sustainability

  • Journalism

  • Medicine / Health

  • Business / Entrepreneurship

  • Film / Theater

  • Video / Photography

  • Creative Writing

  • STEM Project

  • History Project

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Why Content Creation Matters

In an AI powered world, learning to influence others through powerful communication becomes more important than ever.
Colleges and future employers don’t just look for great grades—they want standout voices and creators whose ideas inspire and engage others.
Building a powerful content presence helps your child:
Get Recognized Authentically: Publish articles, podcasts, or videos that genuinely reflect their passions and insights, earning recognition from prestigious platforms like The New York Times, Teen Vogue, or Spotify.
Master Timeless Skills: Develop professional-level writing, persuasive storytelling, digital branding, and audience growth strategies. These are essential skills that never expire, providing a lasting advantage in college admissions and future careers.
Build an Impactful Narrative: Craft a powerful personal story for college applications, demonstrating clear vision, creativity, and real-world impact—going beyond grades and typical extracurriculars to stand out memorably.
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Our approach:
Building Powerful Content Creators

Turn ideas into meaningful content

From Unclear About Their Direction to Purposeful & Passionate
Learning how to communicate, influence, and make an impact is more important than ever. Colleges and employers are looking for creators, thought leaders, and voices that genuinely stand out. Our mentors guide students to:

  • Identify a unique niche they’re passionate about.

  • Choose the ideal medium—blog, podcast, vlog, social media—to reach their audience effectively.

  • Develop timeless skills like storytelling, strategic thinking, and digital communication.

  • Publish content that authentically reflects their ideas and resonates with their target audience.

Build a strategic digital presence

From Hobbyist to Professional.
Colleges and future employers value students who understand how to capture attention and influence others. With our support, your child will:

  • Master digital branding, graphic design, and professional-level content creation.

  • Craft cohesive, polished content that clearly communicates their unique perspective.

  • Develop strategic plans and consistent output, demonstrating real-world skills colleges seek.

  • Experiment intelligently across platforms to discover what resonates most.

Grow a real audience and unlock opportunities

From Posting into the Ether to Amassing a Following.
Creating professional-level content not only helps your child stand out in college admissions—it opens doors to internships, industry connections, and teaches skills for life. We help your child:

  • Interview and network with industry leaders, establishing themselves as emerging thought leaders

  • Collaborate strategically with influencers to rapidly expand their audience and reach

  • Submit polished content to respected platforms and competitions (like The New York Times Student Contest), gaining genuine recognition

  • Develop in-demand skills—clear communication, compelling storytelling, digital fluency—that employers seek in our modern economy

Go beyond creating content

Not every success begins with blogs, podcasts, or youtube channels. Whether your child dreams of starting a non-profit, building a portfolio, or conducting independent research—we help them transform their passions into tangible achievements that stand out.

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Our mentors are hand-selected
to be the perfect match

Your child will be matched with mentors who have published articles in top outlets like The New York Times, grown followings into the thousands on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, produced podcasts with global listenership, conducted groundbreaking research, and secured prestigious media awards and recognitions.

These aren't just students—they’re genZ so they deeply understand what it takes to build an audience, craft compelling content, and genuinely stand out in a crowded digital landscape.

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Student Case Studies:
Real Projects, Real Impact

See how our students transformed their passions into standout projects and explore more about each portfolio track:

Fashion / Cosmetics

From curious, shy student to feminist fashion icon at Cornell

See how Elise built a platform highlighting female leaders in fashion leading to an internship, published articles, and amassing a following for her platform.

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Creative Writing

Charlotte's Music Blog Journey | Her Song Creation

Discover how 9th grader Charlotte launched 'Her Song' blog about women in pop music with mentor Annalise from Northwestern, mastering writing techniques and web development.

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Film / Theater

Charlie's Film Journey: From Script to Screen

Learn how 11th grader Charlie created 'The Regular' thriller film with mentor Cece from Dartmouth, developing professional filmmaking skills from concept to production.

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Film / Theater

From Horror Film to Festival Success | Brandon's Journey

Discover how Brandon created an award-worthy horror film 'Signal' with mentor Arjun from Pomona College, mastering filmmaking from script to festival submissions.

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Medicine / Health

Sasha's Healthcare Equity Journey | Public Health Blog

Read how Sasha transformed from uncertain 8th grader to confident healthcare researcher with mentor Ashley from Brown University, creating blog content.

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Creative Writing

7th Grader Writes 100+ Page Fantasy Novel | Mila's Journey

Discover how 7th grader Mila transformed her 53-page draft into a 100+ page fantasy novel with Yale mentor Abigail, mastering advanced writing techniques and world-building.

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Fashion / Cosmetics

From Dance to Design: Zia's Fashion Blog Journey

Discover how Grade 7 student Zia transformed her dance passion into a fashion blog project with Yale mentor Lily, building interview skills and confidence.

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Business / Entrepreneurship

Student Creates Fashion Magazine with Global Focus | Chiara

Learn how Chiara transformed her fashion magazine concept into Magnify, a published cultural publication with mentor Sarah from Yale University's guidance.

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