Specials & Extracurricular Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Orion 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.
Electives
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PE
Visual Arts
*Not all electives are available for all grades.
In-School Programs
In addition to specials and electives, Orion Academy also offers other in-school program activities.
Technology
We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Extracurricular Activities
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What Orion Academy Parents Are Saying
Apply Today!"The principal clearly communicates his expectations of the students and makes it a point to let the students know he wants the best for them everyday."
- Orion Academy Parent
Events
Field Trips
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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.