Programs & Activities Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Apex 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. Apex Academy offers different student leadership opportunities throughout the year.
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
4th - 8th Grade
Girls
Volleyball
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
Specials & Electives
In addition to our core curriculum, we offer a variety of specials and electives, giving students the opportunity to explore their interests, fostering a well-rounded student.
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Art Club (3rd-8th)
- Kids in the Kitchen (2nd-4th)
- Mentoring Club (Boys K-8th)
- STEM Club (4th-6th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Back-to-School Bash
- Black Excellence Career Expo
- Black History Wax Museum
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Family Game Nights
- Friendsgiving
- Juneteenth Celebration
- Talent Show
- Toys for Student Holiday Event
- Trunk or Treat
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Cleveland Zoo, Patterson Farm
- 3rd-5th Grade: Great Lakes Science Center, United Skates of America
- 6th-8th Grade: Cleveland MetroParks Outreach Program, Great Lakes Theater, Natural History Museum
"The teachers keep you well informed on how your student is doing. They really care about their students and them succeeding."
- Apex Academy Parent
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.