Extracurricular Activities & Events
NorthCreek Academy has an abundance of activities during the year! These activities help to develop well-rounded students.
All Grade Levels
K-5th Grade
Junior High
All Grade Levels
Summer Improvement Challenge
June-August
Students are challenged at the end of the previous school-year to keep their brain sharp throughout the summer by completing daily tasks. They may choose to either read, exercise, type, pray or work on their math skills for a specific amount of time per day. Those who complete their daily tasks throughout the summer qualify to participate in a special themed event hosted by Mr. Steele.
Pancake Breakfast
September
Preschool through 8th grade families are invited to attend our annual Pancake Breakfast. This is an opportunity for fellowship and fun.
Student Council
September
The student body is governed by student council members who are elected each year by the student body themselves. Most positions are held by junior high students except the K-5 Chapel Coordinator or Publicity position which may be filled by a fifth grade student. Other positions include: President, Vice President, Corresponding Secretary, Recording Secretary, Publicity, and Special Events Coordinator. After speeches are given and signs are hung throughout the campus, the students vote for their choice candidates. Council members must exhibit exemplary Christian character including Fruits of the Spirit, servant-like hearts, a regular prayer life, and unity with other members.
Very Important Guest (Grandparents) Day
October
Very important guests (grandparents) of all TK-8 students are invited to our campus for a themed day of crafts, activity booths, and a special program. Grandparents and their grandchildren spend the day learning, playing and hearing God’s word together.
Veterans Day
November
Students are given the opportunity to invite one of our country’s Veterans to our annual assembly where we honor our Veterans with songs, a special message and desserts.
Science Mania Night
February
On this fun night, our science curriculum is on display from our Kindergarten, 1st, and 8th Grades. Kindergarten students display their robots, 1st Grade students display their inventions, and 8th Grade students host exploratorium-style exhibits. All school families are invited to attend this event.
Band Concerts
May and December
Our 4th through 8th grade band students are out on display each Christmas and spring as they put on their own band concerts.
Good Friday Assembly
April
This is a special day where students walk through Jesus’ death on Good Friday. The day highlights 3 stations and concludes with a praise chapel highlighting Jesus’ resurrection.
National Day of Prayer
May
Our student council leads the student body in a special morning of prayer for groups such as our nation’s leaders, community leaders, churches, armed forces, schools, etc.
Field Day
June
Students team up in their “Squire Squads” (see Chapel below) and participate in several games throughout the morning before we break for summer. It is an annual highlight for all!
K-5th Grade
Odyssey of the Mind
All Year
NorthCreek Academy participates in an exciting program called Odyssey of the Mind. This extra curricular program meets once a week in the fall. The program is open to 1st-5th grade students who choose to participate.
In Odyssey of the Mind, students develop team-building skills by working in groups of as many as seven students per team. Students learn to examine problems and to identify the real challenge without limiting the possible solutions and their potential success. The creative-thinking process is nurtured and developed as a problem-solving tool. Students of all types will find something that will appeal to them. The fun of participation leads to an elevated interest in regular classroom curricula. Teachers have a program to further provide students with a well-rounded education.
Junior High
Electives
We offer a wide variety of electives offered by the JH teaching staff as well as other NCC or NCA staff members. Electives are offered 2 days a week on either Monday/Thursday or Tuesday/Friday. Elective courses include but are not limited to:
- Debate
- Drama
- Electronics
- Guitar
- Praise Team
- Science Fair Workshop
- Spanish I & II
- Study Skills (6th grade)
- Media Productions
- Woodworking
Athletics
Eligible junior high students are given the opportunity to try out for our after school sports teams. We offer softball, basketball, volleyball and soccer for girls and flag football, basketball, soccer and volleyball for boys. Students may also run in a cross country meet in October if interested.
To view more information about our athletics program, please visit the Athletics page.
Debate
Although debate is offered as an elective, the elective serves as time for our debate team to prepare for upcoming debates. Tryouts are held at the beginning of the year to be on the debate team. The team travels all over Northern California to compete against other schools in tournaments. It is a wonderful opportunity for students to learn how to think critically, organize their thoughts and present them in clear order.
Socials
Four to five times a year our junior high students get together for after school socials to provide a safe place for students to hang out outside of school. Some of our social events include but are not limited to an Amazing Race scavenger hunt, bowling, ice skating, roller skating, Sky High Sports Trampoline Park, Super Franks, Christmas party, Valentine’s pizza party, pool day for 6-7th grade, and Great America for 8th grade.
Spirit Week
Junior high students are split into teams to compete with all week. Teachers and volunteer parents lead their teams in cheers, attire and games each day as points are tallied based on those categories. Each morning, students are judged on themed costumes while later at lunch the teams compete in a small game. On Friday at the end of the week the students compete all afternoon in games and celebrate with a dessert party before the winning team is announced.
6th Grade Outdoor Science School
Every year the 6th grade students travel to Mount Hermon, Santa Cruz, for a weeklong outdoor education camp. Students learn about different ecosystems, plants, weather, animals, as well as survival skills. Afternoon recreation is included along with many adventure hikes.
8th Grade Washington DC Trip
Every year the 8th grade students may visit our nation’s capitol for a week during spring break. This memorable trip is a highlight for our soon-to-be graduates and includes a guided tour of monuments, the White House, Capitol Building, Smithsonians, Arlington National Cemetary, etc.