August 13, 2026
This summer, Summer Searchers traded the familiar for the unknown, and discovered new places, communities, and things about themselves along the way.
August 12, 2026
Exploring how relationships, community, and the outdoors can open new possibilities for young people.
August 5, 2026
When Johnathan F. left New York City for his Summer Search wilderness experience in Yellowstone National Park with Teton Science School, he wasn’t sure what to...
July 28, 2026
Right now, our first cohorts of Summer Searchers are returning from their summer experiences – bubbling with stories and eager to share photos. For Yeiris Mercedes...
July 21, 2026
A 2007 graduate from the Bronx, Joseph’s experience was shaped by the mentorship relationships he formed, the opportunity for global exploration, and a community that pushed...
July 14, 2026
For Karishama Vahora, seeing herself reflected in the people around her and finding a community that truly understood her experience has made all the difference. A member...
July 2, 2026
A year ago, Summer Search launched a new structure for a centralized Career Team in order to expand career readiness support and create more consistent opportunities for participants across the...
June 22, 2026
Summer Search is thrilled to announce that Jean Lee has been named the new National Board Chair. She succeeds outgoing Chair Teke Kelley after six years...
June 17, 2026
When Dan and Kate Relihan first read The Boston Globe’s “Valedictorian Project” – a series examining what happened to some of Boston’s highest-achieving students after high...
May 27, 2026
As our high school students prepare to head out on transformative Summer Experiences this summer, staff teams across the country are hard at work behind the...
May 26, 2026
Brian Jenney joined Summer Search in 2000. Like many young people, Brian didn’t step into Summer Search with a clear path laid out in front of...
May 19, 2026
Over the past 30 years, hundreds of Summer Search Boston students have shown up for their first mentorship session, embarked on summer trips, and gone on to...