Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At River City Scholars, 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.
Moral Focus Program
Our Moral Focus Program is part of the curriculum with monthly assemblies and awards for all grades.
Learn More About Moral Focus
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
"I would recommend River City Scholars and NHA as a whole to all of my friends and family!"
- River City Scholars Parent
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Chess Club (3rd-8th)
Events
Vary by year. We offer events to support partnerships with families and the community. Examples of events include:
- Black History Month Program
- College Campus Tours
- Community Events
- High School Transition Events
- Seasonal Dances
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- Camp Henry
- Camp Roger
- Chicago
- Circle Theater
- DeVos Performance Hall
- GR Public Museum
- Post Family Farm
- Washington, D.C.
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.