Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. All of our courses are completely free for students. We're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and rely on donations and volunteers so that cost is never a barrier to learning.

Our courses are designed for elementary and middle school students. We offer both online and in-person classes. Online classes are open to any eligible student worldwide—no location requirement. In-person classes depend on where we have active chapters; check our Programs & Chapters page and our Calendar to see what’s available in your area.

Our student portal is coming soon. When it launches, you’ll register there: sign in or create an account, then use the course catalog and registration form. For in-person classes (where offered), the process is location-dependent—some require in-person sign-up, others have online links. Until the portal is live, contact our Enrollment & Student Services Team at support@youthpassionproject.org for registration help. Parents will need to sign a liability form.

If you registered online, you’ll receive an automated email from registrar@youthpassionproject.org with the status of your registration. If approved, you’ll get your student’s schedule as a Google Doc. If any part was rejected, you’ll get a description of the error. Make sure registrar@youthpassionproject.org is not blocked and check your spam folder. If you don’t receive the email within two hours, reach out to us.

If a course isn’t on the form, it has likely reached its maximum capacity. The registration form reflects current availability. If you’d still like to be considered, you can request an exception by contacting our Enrollment & Student Services Team with your child’s name, grade, and any courses they’re currently enrolled in.

Some instructors set grade-level or class-size requirements. If you don’t meet those prerequisites, your registration may be rejected and all enrollments voided. When the student portal is available, re-register there and only choose courses for which you meet the prerequisites. Also, do not register for more than three courses—that will cause rejection. If you have questions, contact our Enrollment & Student Services Team.

Courses meet once or twice a week at set times; the exact schedule is in the course catalog and registration form. The catalog also lists any prerequisites and materials. Read the course description before signing up so you know what to expect.

Yes. We ask that you commit to attending every class. Our curriculums are progressive and build on past content, and we have limited spots—we count on full attendance. If your schedule conflicts or you can’t attend consistently, please contact our Enrollment & Student Services Team before enrolling.

We offer both online and in-person classes. Online classes are live and interactive (e.g., Zoom or similar) and can be taken from anywhere. In-person classes meet at chapter locations when available. Both formats typically run 30–60 minutes, once or twice a week, and emphasize practice and participation. The course catalog and registration form indicate whether each course is online or in-person.

For online classes: you’ll need a device with a camera and microphone and a stable internet connection. For in-person classes: requirements depend on the course and chapter. Some courses may list additional materials (e.g., for art or coding); those details are in the course description.

Contact Enrollment and Student Services at support@youthpassionproject.org. For enrollment issues, send your email from the address you used to register and include the student’s full name. For course or instructor issues, include the student’s full name, the instructor’s full name, and the course name.

We welcome feedback. At the end of each session you’ll receive a form via email to submit feedback. For immediate concerns, contact Enrollment and Student Services at support@youthpassionproject.org.

High school students can apply through our Become an Instructor page. You’ll share your passion, proposed course idea, and availability. Our team reviews applications and supports new instructors through training and curriculum help.

Most courses meet once or twice a week for 30–60 minutes per session, plus some prep time. Exact commitment depends on the course length and your syllabus.

Yes. Many instructors start with one course and later propose additional subjects. Contact us or apply again for another course idea.

In-person instructors: In-person Support at in-person-instructors@youthpassionproject.org. Online instructors: Online Support at online-instructor-support@youthpassionproject.org.

Our instructor and volunteer roles—including curriculum development, outreach, and operations—are for high school students only. You must be in high school to apply. Check the Become an Instructor page for current opportunities or email us at support@youthpassionproject.org with questions.

The Youth Passion Project is an organization that offers free classes—both online and in-person—taught by high school students. We focus on subjects that aren’t traditionally taught in school—from songwriting to coding to baking—giving younger students unique learning opportunities. Online classes are available from anywhere; in-person classes run where we have chapters. We’re a Delaware nonprofit with 501(c)(3) status. You can read more about our mission on our About page.

We offer a large variety of courses in subjects like Competition Math, Painting, Chess, Creative Writing, and many more. The lineup changes each session based on which instructors are teaching. Our student portal is coming soon—the catalog will be there when it launches. Until then, see our Programs & Chapters page or contact support@youthpassionproject.org.

Our 100+ instructors are high school students who are passionate about what they teach. All potential instructors submit applications, and we accept only a small percentage. We evaluate teaching ability, professionalism, organization, qualifications, character, and course feasibility through interviews with trained hiring staff. Our instructors include published authors, award-winning researchers, musicians who have performed at venues like Carnegie Hall, ranked chess players and athletes, and seniors accepted to prestigious colleges. We hand-pick instructors who we believe add greatly to our mission and community.

You can view our full course schedule on our Calendar page. Check back or contact us for the latest updates about registration openings.

We’re based in Delaware. Online classes are open to students anywhere in the world. In-person classes run in locations where we have active chapters—availability varies by region. Our programs run in Fall and Spring; see the Programs & Chapters page and Calendar for chapter locations, dates, and what’s offered near you.

We’re supported by donations (including through the Community Foundation of Delaware), grants, and in-kind support. Donations are tax-deductible. See the Donate page for more.