Chandler Woods Charter Academy Middle School

At the beginning of the year, middle school students enjoy a trip that is structured around fostering relational ties among the students. The purpose of the trip is to build a tighter community in hopes for a successful school year. The 6th grade goes to Camp Henry and works on team building skills as well as individual challenges. The 7th grade goes on a canoe trip, and the 8th grade does what is called the “8th Grade Sneak.”

The 8th Grade Sneak starts with a scavenger hunt. This really creates bonds among the students, especially starting the year with new students. Playing “hot spot,” a get to know you question game, throughout the day also aides in building this community. Along the way, students have a list of things they can do to receive points. Each year holds something different in store for the group, depending on the personality of the students as a whole. The trips in 2005 and 2006 were both successful, with a great deal of bonding and fun! Parents who volunteered were amazed at the success. One parent commented, "I have never seen my son in this environment. It was great to see him interacting with the kids and just being real in conversation with them." Another added, "These kids really care about each other. It was wonderful to see them really going out of their way to get to know the new students."

 

Spelling Bee -2010

Chandler Woods Charter Academy is proud of its 2010 Spelling Bee winner and runner up. Runner up: Isaac Boon, 6th grade, and 1st place winner: Jake Rehwoldt, 7th grade.

Sports

The Chandler Woods Chargers Sports program began in 2001. Since then, our program has grown a great deal. Not only do we offer the traditional teams for middle school students, we have also have elementary teams that compete at the YMCA, summer sports camp, and clubs that the students can participate in. Beginning in 2008 Chandler Woods has a no-cut program so that participation is open to all interested students. Core principals such as team work, hard work and discipline are taught while the students participate in the NHA Athletic League, which is comprised of other National Heritage Academies. There are several things that our sports program focuses on. Among other things, academics, sportsmanship, and moral focus are at the core. All sports teams are open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade middle school students.

Fall Sports:
Girls Basketball – Chandler Woods has two teams for different abilities. Practice begins in mid August.
Boys Soccer – Chandler Woods has one team for all middle school students. Practice begins in mid August.

Winter Sports:
Boys Basketball – Chandler Woods has two teams for different abilities. Practice begins in late October.
Girls Volleyball – Chandler Woods has two teams for different abilities. Practice begins in early January. Chandler Woods has several conference championships in volleyball.

Spring Sports:
Girls Soccer – Chandler Woods has one team for all middle school girls. Practice begins in mid March.
Cross Country – Chandler Woods’ cross country team is open to all students in grades 6 - 8. Practices start in mid March.

Chandler Woods is also proud to have established a Ski Club for children of all ages.
Too see how your child can grow from a premier Belmont middle school, visit Chandler Woods Charter Academy today.