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Programs & Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Fortis Academy, children can explore their interests, learn new skills and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities.

The programs listed below are just a sampling of what we may offer during the school year.  Clubs and activities can vary by trimester.

Activities and Clubs

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade3rd - 5th Grade6th - 8th Grade

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Activities and Clubs

Activities and Clubs: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

Art Club

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

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.

3rd - 5th Grade
Activities and Clubs

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.

Drama Club

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

Art Club

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

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.

Crochet Club

Crafty scholars learn to design hand-made works of art using crochet needles and hooks.

Newspaper Club

Aspiring "journalists" work together in the Newspaper Club to publish school news, fun stories, and important events.

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.

National Junior Honor Society

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

Student Council

Our student council members help in a variety of school and community events. The council represents the voice of our students and encourages school pride.

Safety Patrol

Our scholars help to keep each other safe in school. Safety patrol members help with arrival, dismissal, and special events.

Michigan Youth in Government

Scholars in this group participate in a state legislature. This includes a conference in Lansing, Michigan.

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.

Newspaper Club

Aspiring "journalists" work together in the Newspaper Club to publish school news, fun stories, and important events.

Sports

Basketball

Basketball

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cross Country

Cross Country

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Soccer

Soccer

5th - 8th Grade

Boys

Volleyball

Volleyball

5th - 8th Grade

Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

5th - 8th Grade

Girls

Students working on art project

Art Club

Art is a proven way to improve focus and academic performance. We encourage creative exploration in our art club.

Student working on computer

Technology

At Fortis, we embrace technology in classrooms and our computer lab. Students may also use tablets during workshops to practice skills they are learning.

Principal Dixon
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Principal Erin Dixon

Principal Erin Dixon has a deep desire to see children experience a safe and positive educational experience, and to find a place where they feel genuinely loved. That’s why our students at Fortis Charter Academy are in for a real treat!
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