Specials & Extracurricular 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.
Music
BandIn-School Programs
In addition to specials and electives, Vanderbilt Charter Academy also offers other in-school program activities such as: Peer Mentoring, National Junior Honor Society, and Student Council.
Technology
We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.
Athletics
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Bowling
6th - 8th Grade
Boys
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Extracurricular Activities
K - 2nd Grade
"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
Events
Vanderbilt Charter Academy hosts a variety of events each year. Some examples of events are:
- Book Fair
- Concerts
- Multicultural Fair
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
Field Trips
K - 2nd Grade
Lansing
Mackinac Island
Middle School Camp
Outdoor Discovery Center
Post Farm
Sleep Bear Dunes
3rd - 5th Grade
Lansing
Mackinac Island
Outdoor Discovery Center
Post Farm
Sleep Bear Dunes
6th - 8th Grade
Lansing
Mackinac Island
Middle School Camp
Outdoor Discovery Center
Post Farm
Sleep 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.