Extracurricular Activities

Studies show that teens who participate in extracurricular activities demonstrate higher levels of academic achievement, greater character development, greater social development, and a greater sense of the importance of community involvement. NOVA Academy is pleased to offer FREE after-school programming that helps students strengthen their individual talents, discover new interests, and—most importantly—have fun!

Recent extracurricular activities include:

3D Printing (STEM)

A unique opportunity to turn ideas into something real! Students learn the basics of 3D design and printing while creating, testing, and bringing their own digital designs to lite.

Art

Art

A professional instructor introduces various art techniques and guides students through the design of their own masterpieces, such as watercolor paintings, drawings, and sketches. Instruction has included use of colored pencils, pastels, acrylic paints, and more.

Cooking

Learning hands-on cooking skills and preparing creative recipes from around the world help students develop a passion and appreciation for the culinary arts.

Fashion Design

Design it. Create it! Students explore fashion concepts, sketch their own ideas, learn basic design techniques, and develop creative projects inspired by their personal style.

Mariachi

Aspiring musicians receive professional instruction in mariachi. Our Las Aguilas mariachi music program teaches students to play and perform instruments such as guitar, vihuela, and guitarron—no previous experience required!

Robotics

This program introduces students to the Arduino platform and the fundamentals of robotics, providing practical experience in coding, electronics, circuitry, and sensors.

STEM Science

SHPE Jr. (STEM)

SHPE Jr. (Society of Professional Hispanic Engineers) is facilitated on campus by UCI STEM students who share their passion for math, problem solving, and building things with hands and minds. Projects have included racing balloon cars, projectile motion rockets, extracting fruit DNA, wooden bridge construction, and more.

Soccer

Open to players of all skill levels, this program emphasizes player development, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit. With experienced coaching staff and a supportive team environment, student-athletes are encouraged to grow both on and off the field.

Spirit Team

Spirit team members build excitement and school pride through performances during athletic games, assemblies, and community events.

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An additional meeting of NOVA Academy’s Board of Directors will be held:
Thursday, June 11, at 6:00 PM.
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The next meeting of NOVA Academy’s Board of Directors has been changed to Wednesday, March 11 (previously March 12).