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Specials & Extracurricular Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Excel 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. 

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Technology

We offer one-to-one technology, with each student receiving their own Chromebook.

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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.

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Electives

Our 6th-8th grade scholars will be able to choose elective classes. We offer band, body weight, book club, choir, drama, games and strategy, history club, independent art, PE, personal fitness, racquet sports, science olympiad, Spanish, studio art, study skills, ukulele, and visual arts. Not all electives are available for all grades.

In-School Programs

In addition to specials and electives, Excel Charter Academy also offers other in-school program activities such as: College Visits, School Service Project, and Student Ambassadors.

Athletics

Basketball

Basketball

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Bowling

Bowling

6th - 8th Grade

Boys

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Cross Country

Cross Country

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Soccer

Soccer

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Ultimate Frisbee

Ultimate Frisbee

4th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Volleyball

Volleyball

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Extracurricular Activities

K - 2nd Grade

Extracurricular activities are based on volunteer availability. Please call the school office for more information.
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3rd - 5th Grade

Girls on the Run (4-5)
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6th - 8th Grade

Drama (7-8)
House Teams
Science Olympiad
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What Excel Charter Academy Parents Are Saying

"Excel is diverse and has great teachers and leaders. We love the work the athletic director is doing, our kids have enjoyed the sports programs."

- Excel Charter Academy Parent


 

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Events

Excel Charter Academy hosts a variety of events each year. Some examples of events are:
  • Book Fair
  • Community Events
  • Concerts
  • Parade of Nations
  • Veteran's Day Assembly

Field Trips

K - 2nd Grade

Blandford Nature Center
Critter Barn
Fire Station
Frederik Meijer Gardens
Hoffmaster Park
Symphony
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3rd - 5th Grade

Blanford Nature Center
Camp Pendalouan
John Ball Zoo
State Capital
Symphony
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6th - 8th Grade

Base Camp
Mackinac Island
Michigan's Adventure
Rockford Scavenger Hunt
Service Projects
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