Programs & Activities
Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Ridge Park 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.
Ridge Park 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.
Ridge Park students turned construction paper into 1,500 handmade placemats for guests at Mel Trotter Ministries that will be used at their annual Thanksgiving meal.
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. Ridge Park Charter Academy offers student leadership opportunities such as:
- Community Service (6th-8th)
- Student Council (6th-8th)
Athletics
Basketball
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Cheerleading
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Cross Country
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Soccer
6th - 8th Grade
Boys & Girls
Volleyball
6th - 8th Grade
Girls
Electives
- Band
- Choir
- Leadership
- PE
- & more!
Clubs
Based on student interest and staff sponsor availability. Examples include:
- Rangerific (1st-6th)
Events
We host a variety of events each year. Examples include:
- Book Fair
- Community Events
- Concerts
- Honors Nights
- Literacy Nights
- Multicultural Fair/World Expo
- Spelling Bee
Field Trips
Vary each year. Examples include:
- Y5-2nd Grade: Critter Barn, Ford Museum, Lollipop Concert, Robinette's Apple Orchard
- 3rd-5th Grade: Calvin College, Grand Rapids Public Museum, Greenfield Village
- 6th-8th Grade: Lake Superior State University
"I am pleased with Ridge Park Charter School. Thank you to our principal, teachers, and staff for the great work and service to our community."
- Ridge Park Charter Academy Parent