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. Learn more about what we offer below.
Orion 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.
Orion students hosted its annual Fall Feast for students and their families.
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. Orion Academy offers student leadership opportunities throughout the school year.
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Electives
- Art
- Music
- PE
- Technology
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Boy Scouts (K-5th)
- Boys 2 Men (boys 3rd-5th)
- Dream Makers (boys 6th-8th)
- Garden Club (K-8th)
- Grace Society (girls 6th-8th)
- Girl Power (4th-8th)
- Girl Scouts (K-5th)
- Theater & Spoken Word (5th-8th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Art Museum
- Back 2 School Bash
- Black History Month Programs
- Career Day
- Fall Fest
- Middle School Dances
- Playhouse in the Park
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- K-2nd Grade: Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey Game, Parkey’s Farm
- 3rd-5th Grade: Cincinnati Cyclones Hockey Game, Museum Center, University of Cincinnati (4th-5th), Volleyball Game, Zoo
- 6th-8th Grade: Cyclone Game, University of Cincinnati (6th)
Community Partnerships & Services
We partner with several organizations in the community to ensure our families have access to helpful resources.Find More Free Community Resources
- Back 2 Back (Social/Emotional Program)
- Be a Cure
- Food Pantry
- Girl Scouts
"The principal clearly communicates his expectations of the students and makes it a point to let the students know he wants the best for them everyday."
- Orion Academy Parent