Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Legacy 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.
Student Leadership Opportunities
Providing students with leadership opportunities plays a critical role in fostering personal growth, community involvement, and academic success. Legacy Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (7th-8th)
- Leadership (6th-8th)
- Mentoring Program (4th-8th)
- National Junior Honor Society (6th-8th)
- Proficient Learners Program (1st-8th)
- Safety Patrol (6th-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
5th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
Flag Football
6th - 8th Grade
Boys
Track
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
5th - 8th Grade
Girls
"I love the "VILLAGE" here - everyone is always nice and helpful. There is always something positive for the children during and after school. We really enjoy Legacy!"
- Legacy Charter Academy Parent
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Art Club (1st-8th)
- Girls on the Run (3rd-5th)
- Girl Scouts (K-5th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Annual Family Fun Fest
- Art Show
- Black History Programs
- Book Fair
- Community Events
- New Family Orientation
- Seasonal Dances
- Winter Concert
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Belle Isle Nature Center and Aquarium, Cider Mills, Detroit Zoo
- 3rd-5th Grade: Ann Arbor Hands on Museum, Detroit Science Center
- 6th-8th Grade: Cedar Point, College Tours, Detroit Institute of Arts, Educational Plays, High School Visit
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.