Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Emerson 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. Emerson Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (6th-8th)
- National Junior Honor Society (6th-8th)
- Peer Mentoring (6th-8th)
- Student Ambassadors (6th-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
- Youth Leadership & Prevention Program (5th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Track
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 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.
Electives
- Art
- Music
- PE
- Technology
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Band (6th-8th)
- Choir (K-8th)
- Dance (K-5th)
- Garden Club (K-8th)
- Mentoring Program (3rd-8th)
- Robotics (3rd-8th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Fall Fest
- Family Movie Nights
- Field Day
- School Carnival
- School Concerts
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
- Winter Fest
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Air Force Museum, Boonshoft Museum, Metroparks, Skateworld, Sunwatch
- 3rd-5th Grade: Boonshoft Museum, Cincinnati Zoo, Muse Machine, Trampoline Park
- 6th-8th Grade: Area College Visits, Area High School Visits, National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, Skateworld, Trampoline Park
"I enjoy the activities Emerson provides for families. It's fun to be able to interact with each other in the community."
- Emerson 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.