Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Vanderbilt 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. Vanderbilt Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- National Junior Honor Society (K-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Bowling
6th - 8th Grade
Boys
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
eSports
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
"I love how upbeat and engaging the teachers are at Vanderbilt Charter Academy. They make me feel comfortable knowing my child is in safe hands with teachers who truly care for them."
- Vanderbilt Charter Academy Parent
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Book Club (6th-8th)
- Chess Club (7th-8th)
- Girls on the Run (3rd-5th)
- Girl Scouts
- Total Trek Quest (3rd-5th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Concerts
- Multicultural Fair
- Seasonal Dances (6th-8th)
- Staff vs. Student Sporting Event
- VIP Day (Y5-8th)
Field Trips
Vary by year. Examples include:
- 6th Grade Camp
- 8th Grade College Visit
- John Ball Zoo
- Lansing
- Outdoor Discovery Center
- Post Farm
- Sleeping Bear Dunes
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.