Specials & Extracurricular Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Matthews 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.
Technology
We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.
Specials
Along with academics, our scholars will be exposed to the arts and more. We offer specials like music, PE, Spanish, technology, and visual arts.
Electives
Our 6th-8th grade scholars will be able to choose elective classes. We offer advanced art, art, art history, band, book club, broadcasting, choir, coding, collaborative projects, crochet, fantasy football, film and literature, gardening and sustainability, health, interior design, intermediate band, junior achievement, language arts, math, music appreciation, personal fitness, real tech world, Rosetta Stone, stock market, Spanish, and team sports. Not all electives are available for all grades.
In-School Programs
In addition to specials and electives, Matthews Charter Academy also offers other in-school program activities such as: Junior Achievement, Student Ambassadors, and Student Council.
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Flag Football
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Extracurricular Activities
3rd - 5th Grade
Beta Club (4-5)
Charlotte Soccer Factory
Community Service
STEAM
6th - 8th Grade
Charlotte Soccer Factory
Community Service
STEAM
Yearbook Club
What Matthews Charter Academy Parents Are Saying
Apply Today!"My child loves the electives, sports, and art/theater/music options that are available. Thank you for offering these additional opportunities for learning and growth even when that means extra time and work for the teachers. We appreciate you!"
- Matthews Charter Academy Parent
Events
Matthews Charter Academy hosts a variety of events each year. Some examples of events are:
- Book Fair
- Community Events
- Musical
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
- Trunk or Treat
- Winterfest
Field Trips
K - 2nd Grade
Camp Thunderbird
Children's Theatre
Farm
Museum
Park
Raleigh
Renaissance Festival
Washington DC
Whitewater Center
3rd - 5th Grade
Children's Theatre
Farm
Museum
Park
Raleigh
Renaissance Festival
Washington DC
Whitewater Center
6th - 8th Grade
Children's Theatre
Farm
Museum
Park
Raleigh
Renaissance Festival
Washington DC
Whitewater Center