Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Walton 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. Walton Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Peer Mentoring
- Student Council (5th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
Cross Country
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
"Walton Charter teachers and staff are amazing! They make sure the students are safe and getting the best education possible. Walton truly wants their students to succeed."
- Walton Charter Academy Parent
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Art Club (K-8th)
- Chess Club (4th-8th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Concerts
- Family Empowerment Events
- Reading Spooktacular
- School Carnival
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Cider Mill, Detroit Zoo, Flint Hands-On Museum
- 3rd-5th Grade: Camp Tamarack, Greenfield Village, Lansing
- 6th-8th Grade: Indian Springs MetroPark, Northern Michigan University, Oakside Prep High School
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.