4-H is the youth (ages 5 to 19) development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. 4-H is rich with learning experiences where young people partner with caring adults and volunteers in a fellowship unlike any other program available to youth today. During the summer, 4-H offers a range of day and residential (overnight) camps.

College Planning, Scholarship, and NCAA Prep Camps

Destination Imagination is an educational program where student teams solve open-ended Challenges and present their solutions at tournaments.

Offering Academic Tutoring and Executive Function Coaching to students of all ages.

Drone and Aerial Robotics STEM Camps. Located at a variety of summer camps throughout the Hampton Roads area.

The Hampton Roads Chess Association (HRCA) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to bringing the benefits of chess to people of all ages and abilities across our region. Serving youth and adult competitive chess players, schools, the handicapped, the elderly, veterans, and Scouts. Ongoing chess programs, instruction, groups and Summer camps available.

HaRdLUG is a group of adults and older teens in the cities of Hampton Roads, Virginia using LEGO to connect with the local community and each other, and celebrating that play is something you never outgrow. HaRdLUG displays what they build at public events throughout our region, and are always looking for fun new partnerships that match volunteer members' interests with the goals of organizations hosting community events.

Horizons Hampton Roads inspires young minds through proven summer enrichment programs where low-income children are challenged academically, socially and physically to meet with greater successes in school and in life and are rewarded with gains on academic testing and grow in confidence.

Norfolk, Portsmouth, & Virginia Beach Public school students in grades K-8 who qualify for free/reduced lunch are encouraged to apply for Horizons through their guidance counselor.

Bringing Science labs to Homeschools in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

SheEO Academy empowers the CEO in every girl! Learn how to make, market, merchandise, manage then monetize a real product using a STEAM approach to bring entrepreneurship to life and inspire the next Girl Boss. Leave with your own product and plan.

Speak Life promotes visual, musical, and theatrical art performances with messages to Instruction is available for:
- Drums
- Acoustic Guitar
?- Bass Guitar
?- Keyboard
?- Voice
- Basic Sewing
?- Quilting
- Acting/Theater
?- Acrylic Painting
?- Basic Sketching

Homeschool Programs available.

The Fashion Class in Virginia Beach is a creative sewing and fashion design studio for kids and teens who love to make things. Students learn how to design, sew, and create their own clothing and accessories in a fun, supportive environment guided by experienced instructors.

Our classes introduce children to the exciting world of fashion through hands-on projects like sewing skirts, bags, and accessories while learning real sewing machine skills and design techniques. Beginners are always welcome, no prior sewing experience is required!

We offer weekly sewing classes, seasonal camps, birthday parties, and special workshops for ages 6–17. All materials and sewing machines are provided, and students take home the projects they create.

At The Fashion Class, kids build creativity, confidence, and practical skills while bringing their fashion ideas to life.
Ages: 6–17
Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
Programs: Sewing Classes • Fashion Design Courses • Camps • Workshops • Birthday Parties

The Governor's School for Science & Technology (GSST) is a selective, tuition-free academic-year program serving gifted students across seven partner school divisions in the Hampton Roads region of Virginia. As one of only 21 state-designated gifted Academic-Year Governor's Schools in the Commonwealth, GSST offers a rigorous and uniquely collaborative learning environment designed for students who are ready to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics at an advanced level.

Students accepted into GSST engage in a challenging interdisciplinary curriculum that blends advanced coursework in biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science with authentic research experiences and mentorship from university faculty and professionals in the field. The program emphasizes scientific inquiry, data literacy, and the kind of deep, sustained thinking that prepares students not just for college, but for careers at the forefront of discovery and innovation.

GSST is more than an academic program -- it is a community. Students work alongside peers who share their passion for STEM, collaborate across disciplines, and develop the professional and communication skills needed to thrive in postsecondary and professional settings. Through partnerships with regional universities, research institutions, and industry leaders, GSST connects students to opportunities that extend well beyond the classroom.

GSST reflects Virginia's commitment to identifying and developing the Commonwealth's most talented young scientists, mathematicians, and technologists and equipping them to make a meaningful difference in the world.

We're on a mission to equip teenagers with leadership skills and knowledge for a successful transition to adulthood. Our doors are open to all teens, whether from public school, private school, homeschool, or virtual school programs. Our programs empower student members through leadership education, mentorship, hands-on leadership experiences, workshops, conferences, competitive events, and opportunities to build essential skills and self-confidence through community connections.

Diagnostic Evaluation - Achievement & Cognitive Assessment Services
Tutor - Dyslexia and related Learning Disabilities, Instruction in Reading & Writing Skills, Study Skills, Seminar Leader & Published Author, Educational Consultant, Evaluator

The Virginia Earth System Science Scholars (VESSS) program is an interactive online science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning experience for Virginia high school juniors and seniors, highlighted by a seven-day residential summer academy at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. Students selected to participate in the program are immersed in NASA-related research, focusing on the Earth’s responses to changes in climate, weather, and natural hazards, through interaction with scientists, engineers, and technologists.

Multiple programs for Hampton Roads families including fitness and athletic programs for kids and families, toddler programs, swim lessons, arts and theater programs, preschool programs, before/after school child care, summer and out of school camps, teen leadership programs and more.