Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Forsyth 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.
Forsyth Students Focus on Gratitude
Each November, NHA partner-schools incorporate the month’s Moral Focus™ virtue of Gratitude into meaningful projects that impact their school and community while also celebrating the Thanksgiving holiday.
Forsyth students hosted a canned food drive and a warm community dinner.
Click here to read more about the projects!
Student Leadership Opportunities
Providing students with leadership opportunities plays a critical role in fostering personal growth, community involvement, and academic success. Forsyth Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (6th-8th)
- National Junior Honor Society (7th & 8th)
- Peer Mentoring (6th-8th)
- Safety Patrol (6th-8th)
- Student Ambassadors (6th-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
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Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
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Track
6th - 8th Grade
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Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
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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
- Band
- Drama
- Building my Brand
- Peer Mediation & Conflict
- & more!
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Crosby Scholars (6th-8th)
- Run Club (K-8th)
- Skateboard Club (5th-8th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Community Events
- Concerts
- High School Transition Events
- Multicultural Fair
- School Carnival
- Seasonal Dances
- Talent Show
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Pumpkin Patch, Zoo
- 3rd-5th Grade: Heritage Theatre, Science Center
- 6th-8th Grade: College Visits, Renaissance Festival
"The education my child is receiving is the thing I like best about the school. I also like the many different activities and events that happen at the school."
- Forsyth 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.