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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. 

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S.T.E.M.

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

Students in P.E.

Specials

Along with academics, our scholars will be exposed to the arts and more. We offer specials like art, music, and P.E.

Sports

Basketball

Basketball

4th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cheerleading

Cheerleading

6th - 8th Grade

Girls

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.

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NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year

A 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.

Learn More About Stanford's Study