Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Burton Glen 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.
Burton Glen Celebrates Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and scholars at all National Heritage Academies® (NHA) schools celebrated the observance, learning about Black pioneers and diving into Black history and culture.
Burton Glen leaned into the Black History Month celebrations with many fun activities for scholars. Click below to learn more about how we celebrated!
Learn More About the Celebrations
Student Leadership Opportunities
Providing students with leadership opportunities plays a critical role in fostering personal growth, community involvement, and academic success. Burton Glen Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (6th-8th)
- National Junior Honor Society (6th-8th)
- Safety Patrol (3rd-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
Flag Football
5th - 6th Grade
Boys
Tackle Football
7th - 8th Grade
Boys
Track
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & 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:
- Future Men Success Prep (4th-8th)
- Girls on the Run (4th-8th)
- Girl Scouts (3rd-8th)
- Girls Sparkle Pink (6th-8th)
Events
- Book Fair
- Community Events
- Concerts
- Field Day
- Parent Appreciation Dinner
- Seasonal Dances
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- College Campus Tours
- Detroit Institute of Art
- Impression 5 Science Center
- Mott Middle College Tour
- Planetarium
- Potter Park
- Upland Hills
- State Capitol
"Since attending Burton Glen, my child has shown amazing improvement!"
- Burton Glen Charter 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.