Our Latest Articles & Blogs

• 7 of our Best Volunteer Programs for 2022

  Posted by the wccblogger | October 14, 2021

  Did you know that our programs were able to operate safely and successfully this past summer? This means that teens were once again given the opportunity to feel empowered to make a difference while participating in meaningful community service projects in Alaska, Hawaii, Costa Rica, California, Maine and the Florida Keys.  Now looking forward to […]

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• 4 Things to Know About Traveling Solo With Us

  Posted by the wccblogger | March 11, 2021

  We’re often asked by both parents and teens about what it’s like to join our group summer programs on your own. The short answer: it’s an amazing, transformative, and unforgettable experience. But there’s more to it than that. If you’ve ever felt unsure about joining a summer program for teens on your own, here are […]

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• New Stock Market Summer Program for Teens in NYC

  Posted by marketing-team | March 10, 2021

  Can you imagine the value of starting to invest in the stock market while still in high school? A new collaboration between The New York Institute of Finance (NYIF) and Westcoast Connection will prepare high school students to do just that with the Wall Street Stock Market & Investment Experience. This unparalleled financial educational experience […]

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• Why Being a Program Leader Could be the Best Summer Job You’ll Ever Have

  Posted by the wccblogger | February 11, 2020

  Have you ever had a summer job that you looked forward to all year? How about one where you were paid to travel? As a leader on our summer programs for teens, you’ll get to experience one of the most rewarding jobs of your life. “Being a Trip Leader is one of the most fulfilling […]

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