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Programs & Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Detroit Enterprise Academy, students can explore their interests, learn new skills, and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities. Learn more about the programs and activities we offer below.

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S.T.E.M.

We encourage critical thinking with S.T.E.M. - science, technology, engineering, and math. We believe this is just the tip of the iceberg to supporting multi-discipline innovation.

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Specials

Along with academics, our scholars will be exposed to the arts and more. We offer specials like art, music, and P.E.

Sports

Basketball

Basketball

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

5th - 8th Grade

Girls

Volleyball

Volleyball

5th - 8th Grade

Girls

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What Detroit Enterprise Academy Parents Are Saying

"My son has been enrolled at Detroit Enterprise Academy since the 2nd grade and I see so much growth in him. I am very happy we made the decision to switch to DEA."

- Detroit Enterprise Parent

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Activities and Clubs

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Activities and Clubs

S.T.E.M.

S.T.E.M. includes: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We use this model to guide our scholars in authentic learning activities.

Community Service

Moral Focus virtues are practiced beyond the classroom! Scholars who participate in service projects get the chance to model compassion and courage by working to meet local needs.

Art Club

Young artists come together to practice technique and work on art projects.

Cooking Club

Our young "chefs" learn how to prepare and cook healthy meals and snacks. Basic culinary skills are taught and used in this practical, fun club.

Book Fair

This school-wide event is a great chance for our students to shop for new books. You'll find many titles in a wide range of interests and levels, including popular authors and series.

3rd - 5th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Drama Club

Members of this club get an intro to theater arts and learn about acting, play production, and stage work.

S.T.E.M.

S.T.E.M. includes: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We use this model to guide our scholars in authentic learning activities.

Community Service

Moral Focus virtues are practiced beyond the classroom! Scholars who participate in service projects get the chance to model compassion and courage by working to meet local needs.

Art Club

Young artists come together to practice technique and work on art projects.

Cooking Club

Our young "chefs" learn how to prepare and cook healthy meals and snacks. Basic culinary skills are taught and used in this practical, fun club.

Book Fair

This school-wide event is a great chance for our students to shop for new books. You'll find many titles in a wide range of interests and levels, including popular authors and series.

Girls on the Run

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum. The program runs for 10 weeks in the spring.

6th - 8th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Band

We offer band for our students to express themselves through music and teamwork.

Choir

Our choir program includes lessons in choral singing, musical terms, and vocal skills.

Drama Club

Members of this club get an intro to theater arts and learn about acting, play production, and stage work.

Spanish

English-speaking scholars are taught basic Spanish in this program. This includes a variety of language activities for verbal and written practice.

National Junior Honor Society

This program was created for outstanding middle schoolers. These students are often recognized for efforts in academics, character, and service.

Science Olympiad

Middle school scientists set goals and compete in science projects. We encourage commitment, group learning and active participation in this program.

Cooking Club

Our young "chefs" learn how to prepare and cook healthy meals and snacks. Basic culinary skills are taught and used in this practical, fun club.

Book Fair

This school-wide event is a great chance for our students to shop for new books. You'll find many titles in a wide range of interests and levels, including popular authors and series.

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NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year

A 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.

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