826 Boston

06/17/2026

Help us celebrate 20 years of student writing by supporting our next publication!

When 826 Boston opened our doors in 2007, it would have been hard to believe that we would support more than 33,000 students with writing and tutoring assistance—and help thousands of them become published authors! Since 2007, we have published hundreds of student-authored books.

We have exciting things planned for our 20th anniversary. Raising our goal of $20,000 will make it possible to share this professionally designed collection of stories with the world.

If you would like to have your name included in the book (or make a dedication to someone), donate $500 or more and we will also send you a copy in fall 2027 when the book is published.

Please donate by June 30, 2026 to help us reach our goal!

http://826boston.org/20

06/12/2026

Join us Wednesday, June 24 from 6:00 PM-7:00 PM EST for a virtual event in conversation with award-winning writer/journalist and creator of the "Anything for Selena" and "My Divo" podcasts and former Managing Editor for WBUR in Boston, Maria Garcia!

In this virtual event, Maria will share with us her creative and professional journey and share some insight and inspiration for all of us who aspire to make writing our careers or keep writing in our lives or daily practice.

RSVP at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe5u6HLEJqs0cRZQTKE9LyI452n-Lqsknv3Hg87torZwnyL8w/viewform

Please share with your friends and networks!

06/12/2026

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Massachusetts House lawmakers on Wednesday passed a bill that would standardize how books are added and removed from Massachusetts school libraries.

06/12/2026

Happy Publishing Season! 🎉 At the John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science, the Middle School Creative Writing Club Adventure Books launched its first-ever standalone publication!

Four middle schoolers published adventure stories that they had been developing since the fall:

• A Giant's Cure for Evil by Lennon (7th)
• A World Forgotten by Alex (7th)
• Alice Nights' Paradox by Liliana (8th)
• Shinjuku Showdown by Melvin (8th)

Sign up to volunteer with 826 Boston next school year at http://826boston.org/volunteer

Help us raise $20,000 toward our 20th Anniversary book:
https://give.826boston.org/campaign/811234/donate

06/10/2026

Congratulations to all the Social Justice Scholarship Winners!

For the sixth year in a row, the Hard Candy & Fruit Snacks podcast has partnered with 826 Boston to award scholarships to students in the Greater Boston area who have participated in 826 Boston programming!

The primary goal of the scholarship is to support students in their pursuit of higher education as they begin college in Fall 2026. The funds may be used for any college-related costs and are not limited to tuition.

Students received scholarships in the amount of $2,000 or $826, with a cumulative total of $25,564 awarded to 21 students.

A huge congratulations to this year’s winners of the Social Justice Scholarship!

Kendra Alexander, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Hala Ananzeh, Boston International Newcomers Academy
Olivia Andrade, Albert D Holland School of Technology
Cliddanie Bellevue, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Mahalia Anne Brown, New Mission High School
Kiara Delgado, Boston International Newcomers Academy
Lensky Delva, Margarita Muñiz Academy
Daiane Denise da Costa Silva, Boston International Newcomers Academy
Anushka Dole, Andover High School
Serenity Griffith, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Isaiah Hines, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Raymond Huynh, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Atekha Annabel Ighodaro, New Mission High School
Victoria Michelle Lamarche-White, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Tiana Murray, Foxborough High School
Tatyana Ocasio, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Darlin Jireh Ortiz, New Mission High School
Isis Moss Pinckney, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Michelle Ramos, Margarita Muñiz Academy
Yanishka Santiago, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science
Katelyn Danina Wagner, Dr. Albert D. Holland High School of Technology

Students submitted an essay about their dedication to social justice for their scholarship application.

Congratulations to all the college-bound seniors!

06/09/2026

Happy Publishing Season! 🎉 Featuring the work of 33 seniors in the our Writers' Room at Boston Public Schools' John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science in Roxbury, the new issue of "The OBserver" student newspaper covers stories ranging from the success of school sports teams and the spring production of Little Shop of Horrors to how the war in Iran and the release of the Epstein files are affecting the O'B community. Additionally, 15 student editors earned community service hours for their work on the paper!

Sign up to volunteer with 826 Boston next school year at https://826boston.org/volunteer

Help us raise $20,000 toward our 20th Anniversary book: https://give.826boston.org/campaign/811234/donate

06/08/2026

Happy Publishing Season! Join us at our Writers' Room at New Mission High School to celebrate with dinner, community, and book signings! We are very excited to announce the release of our latest student-authored book, Suddenly, I Felt a Beginning.

Through poetry, prose, and a libretto, high school students across Boston share their interpretations of democracy, writing stories of agency, choice, and personal change—and how small actions can make a significant difference.

Join us on Friday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the library at New Mission High School at 655 Metropolitan Avenue in Hyde Park. There is plentiful street parking!

RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/826-bostons-young-authors-book-project-release-party-tickets-1988635856379?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/08/2026

Happy Publishing Season! From our Writers' Room at Boston Public Schools's John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics & Science: Centered around the theme "Coming of Age: Hopes & Challenges," the annual edition of Rubix, the O'Bryant School literary magazine, published creative short stories, powerful poetry, and inspiring art and photography by 22 students in grades 7-12. Seven students were also paid for their work on our editorial board!

Sign up to volunteer with 826 Boston next school year at https://826boston.org/volunteer

Help us raise $20,000 toward our 20th Anniversary book: https://give.826boston.org/campaign/811234/donate

06/02/2026

We are hiring!

The Slam Poetry Coach is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing writers and performers in grades 9-12. The position is 6 hours per week, in-person at John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science, 55 Malcolm X Blvd, Roxbury, MA 02120 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30-3:30 PM, for $22 per hour.

This role will start September 22, 2026 and end May 27, 2027, with the possibility for renewal next school year. There is a mid-year break from December 21, 2026–January 1, 2027.

Priority application deadline for this position is June 12, 2026.

For additional details and to apply, visit https://826boston.bamboohr.com/careers/127

05/22/2026

We are hiring!

Writers' Room Program Assistant
826 Boston seeks a dynamic, communicative, and flexible individual to serve as the Writers’ Room Program Assistant at Boston International Newcomers Academy (BINcA). We are seeking a candidate who can ensure reliable, robust support for students while also building on the current strengths of the BINcA Writers’ Room Team, including engaging students in meaningful writing and leadership opportunities after school, supporting students’ social-emotional development, and partnering with teachers to enhance the writing instruction in their classrooms.

Development Assistant
826 Boston’s Development Assistant will be a key support for 826 Boston’s Development and Communications team. The Development Assistant will implement our signature peer-to-peer fundraising event—the Half Half Half Half Half Marathon—while supporting donor stewardship and team operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on managing logistics, enjoys creative problem-solving, and is excited about inspiring donor support through events, thoughtful communication, and efficient systems. The ideal candidate is a fast learner, a detail-oriented team player with strong communication and project management skills.

Know candidates who would be great for these positions? Please ask them to apply here: https://826boston.org/get-involved/join-our-team/