<p>I'm currently in High school and my homeschooling program doesn't offer alot of clubs and activities and what not. What are some ways I can get involved in the community and impress colleges?</p>
<p>What sorts of activities are you most interested? A sport, music, science, the welfare of people, of animals, health care, the environment, some other area? It helps a lot to dedicate some effort to something you <em>care</em> about and that you can make a long-term committment to. And it's easier to find the best opportunities if you can narrow down special areas of interest.</p>
<p>I wouldn't frame it as something you're doing to impress colleges. That can be a good effect of being dedicated to something you love, but it's not the best primary motivation.</p>
<p>The Y is a good place to start. They have teen organizations. So do some libraries. For example, our library has a teen advisory board and teen book clubs. A part-time job or participation in an individual sport, such as martial arts is another option.
In our area, homeschoolers are involved in 4-H, scouts, robotics, science bowls, Toast Masters, Speech and Debate, volunteering at hospitals, and political discussion groups.<br>
If there are any homeschool groups with teens in your area, that's a good place to start. You can always start your own interest group and invite other homeschooled teens to join. If there aren't a lot of homeschoolers, you can still join groups with kids from public and private schools, such as scouts.<br>
Just decide what really interests you and go for it.</p>
<p>If you could get copy of "The Teenage Liberation Handbook" it might give you some ideas. It is remarkable what most communities have to offer if you don't have to go to school and are willing, at least some of the time, to work as a volunteer as if you were a paid employee.</p>
<p>Volunteering is always a good option. Check local animal shelters, hospitals, museums, or even libraries to see if they have a volunteer program you could sign up for.</p>