Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Matthews Charter Academy, students can explore their interests, learn new skills, and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities. Learn more about what we offer below.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Providing students with leadership opportunities plays a critical role in fostering personal growth, community involvement, and academic success. Matthews Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Flag Scholars (6th-8th)
- Junior Achievement (6th-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Flag Football
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
"My child loves the electives, sports, and art/theater/music options that are available. Thank you for offering these additional opportunities for learning and growth even when that means extra time and work for the teachers. We appreciate you!"
- Matthews Charter Academy Parent
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Art Club (1st-8th)
- Beta Club (4th-8th)
- Charlotte Soccer Factory (K-8th)
- Musical (2nd-8th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Seasonal Dances
- Spirit Nights
- Trunk or Treat
- Winterfest
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- Camp Thunderbird
- Children's Theatre
- Farm
- Museum
- Outerbanks
- Park
- Raleigh
NHA® Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
Learn More About Stanford's StudyA recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.