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Programs & Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At Riverton Street Charter School, children 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.

You can also view a complete list of what we offer by downloading our school fact sheet.

School Fact Sheet

Activities and Clubs

Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Activities and Clubs

Activities and Clubs: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade

Mandarin

Intro to spoken and written Mandarin. Students practice listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar in this second language class.

African Drum and Dance

We teach African-inspired drumming and dancing in this high energy class.

Carnival

This school-wide carnival is typically held at the end of the school year. Parents are encouraged to attend this family-fun event for all ages.

3rd - 5th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Activities and Clubs: 3rd - 5th Grade

Mandarin

Intro to spoken and written Mandarin. Students practice listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar in this second language class.

African Drum and Dance

We teach African-inspired drumming and dancing in this high energy class.

Carnival

This school-wide carnival is typically held at the end of the school year. Parents are encouraged to attend this family-fun event for all ages.

6th - 8th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Dance

We encourage our dancers to express themselves through movement. Group or solo performances may also be taught as a part of this program.

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.

African Drum and Dance

We teach African-inspired drumming and dancing in this high energy class.

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.

Carnival

This school-wide carnival is typically held at the end of the school year. Parents are encouraged to attend this family-fun event for all ages.

Two girls reading together

4 Ways to Combat the Summer (Learning) Slide

Without the regular practice and reinforcement of being in the classroom, fresh skills and knowledge naturally fade – but it’s likely even more than you think. According to a 2020 study shared in Forbes Magazine, kids lose “up to 40% of the gains they have made over the school year while on summer break…” Read our 4 tips on how to combat the "summer slide".

Read Tips on Summer Learning

Sports

Basketball

Basketball

4th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

Student with artwork

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.

Students in basketball practice

Athletics

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