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Programs & Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Orion Academy, students can explore their interests, learn new skills and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities. More details about the programs and activities we offer are below.

Activities and Clubs

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

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Activities and Clubs

S.T.E.M.

S.T.E.M. includes: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We use this model to guide our scholars in authentic learning activities.

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.

Black History Programs

Every February, we celebrate African-American history and culture during school events. Our scholars also celebrate through reading, writing, and art.

Field Trips

Each year we take learning outside the classroom and invite parent volunteers. A variety of age-appropriate outings are planned for our scholars.

Talent Show

A night of fun and festivities for all! Participants compete and celebrate each other's creative talents.

3rd - 5th Grade
Activities and Clubs

S.T.E.M.

S.T.E.M. includes: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. We use this model to guide our scholars in authentic learning activities.

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.

Black History Programs

Every February, we celebrate African-American history and culture during school events. Our scholars also celebrate through reading, writing, and art.

Field Trips

Each year we take learning outside the classroom and invite parent volunteers. A variety of age-appropriate outings are planned for our scholars.

Talent Show

A night of fun and festivities for all! Participants compete and celebrate each other's creative talents.

6th - 8th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Activities and Clubs: 6th - 8th Grade

Choir

Our choir program includes lessons in choral singing, musical terms, and vocal skills.

Black History Programs

Every February, we celebrate African-American history and culture during school events. Our scholars also celebrate through reading, writing, and art.

Field Trips

Each year we take learning outside the classroom and invite parent volunteers. A variety of age-appropriate outings are planned for our scholars.

Talent Show

A night of fun and festivities for all! Participants compete and celebrate each other's creative talents.

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Board Games for Learning While They Play

While video games, and apps have their place, nothing quite compares to gathering around the table to play a good old fashioned board game with family and friends. Board games are a great way to laugh and connect with one another, and when you can incorporate learning – even better.

 
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Sports

Basketball

Basketball

6th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Volleyball

Volleyball

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

6th - 8th Grade

Track

Track

6th - 8th Grade

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We'd Love to Meet You!

Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, Moral Focus program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more. Meet school staff, see a classroom, and learn what makes Orion Academy special.
 
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S.T.E.A.M. cooking experiment

S.T.E.A.M.

We encourage critical thinking with S.T.E.A.M. - science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. We believe this is just the tip of the iceberg to supporting multi-discipline innovation.

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Athletics

Our athletic sports programs play a vital role in helping our scholars grow beyond the classroom.

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Before & After School Care