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Programs & Activities

Learning is a lifelong process that extends beyond the walls of the classroom. At South Canton Scholars Charter Academy, children can explore their interests, learn new skills and make new friends through a variety of extracurricular activities.

Activities and Clubs

Young 5s - 2nd Grade3rd - 5th Grade6th - 8th Grade

Young 5s - 2nd Grade
Activities and Clubs

Drama Club

Members of this club get an intro to theater arts and learn about acting, play production and stage work.

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.

Art Club

Young artists come together to practice technique and work on art projects.

Robotics

Problem-solving minds come together in this league. Our student engineers are challenged to build robots to complete tasks.

Karate

Our program provides confidence and builds character by assisting the student in accomplishing his /her goals.

 

Golf Club

Learn the fundamentals of golf with fun and educational activities designed to develop more positive and confident students, both on and off the course.

Book Club

Readers gather to share thoughts and explore ideas through "book talk." The perfect club for scholars who enjoy a shared love for reading.

3rd - 5th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Girls on the Run

We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum. The program runs for 10 weeks in the spring.

Drama Club

Members of this club get an intro to theater arts and learn about acting, play production and stage work.

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.

Art Club

Young artists come together to practice technique and work on art projects.

Chess Club

Chess can increase focus, critical thinking, and problem solving skills. Players practice good sportsmanship and use logic in this friendly, competitive club.

Robotics

Problem-solving minds come together in this league. Our student engineers are challenged to build robots to complete tasks.

Karate

Our program provides confidence and builds character by assisting the student in accomplishing his /her goals.

 

Golf Club

Learn the fundamentals of golf with fun and educational activities designed to develop more positive and confident students, both on and off the course.

Book Club

Readers gather to share thoughts and explore ideas through "book talk." The perfect club for scholars who enjoy a shared love for reading.

Safety Patrol

Our scholars help to keep each other safe in school. Safety patrol members help with arrival, dismissal, and special events.

6th - 8th Grade
Activities and Clubs

Band

We offer band for our students to express themselves through music and teamwork.

Choir

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

Drama Club

Members of this club get an intro to theater arts and learn about acting, play production and stage work.

Spanish

English-speaking scholars are taught basic Spanish in this program. This includes a variety of language activities for verbal and written practice.

National Junior Honor Society

This program was created for outstanding middle schoolers. These students are often recognized for efforts in academics, character, and service.

Chess Club

Chess can increase focus, critical thinking, and problem solving skills. Players practice good sportsmanship and use logic in this friendly, competitive club.

Robotics

Problem-solving minds come together in this league. Our student engineers are challenged to build robots to complete tasks.

Karate

Our program provides confidence and builds character by assisting the student in accomplishing his /her goals.

 

Golf Club

Learn the fundamentals of golf with fun and educational activities designed to develop more positive and confident students, both on and off the course.

Book Club

Readers gather to share thoughts and explore ideas through "book talk." The perfect club for scholars who enjoy a shared love for reading.

Safety Patrol

Our scholars help to keep each other safe in school. Safety patrol members help with arrival, dismissal, and special events.

Student Ambassadors

The Student Ambassador Program is a leadership opportunity for students who are dedicated to serving and representing our school.

Sports

Basketball

Basketball

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Cross Country

Cross Country

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Soccer

Soccer

5th - 8th Grade

Boys & Girls

Volleyball

Volleyball

5th - 8th Grade

Girls

Students playing the clarinet

Music and Band

Our music classes give kids the opportunity to express themselves through music and teamwork. Band students participate in a variety of lessons in wind, brass and percussion instruments.

Students working on art project

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.

Principal Gurganus
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