At NYA, we offer a wide variety of clubs, musical groups, drama programs, and X-Block courses to keep students engaged beyond the classroom. Students in grades six through twelve are required to participate in an afterschool activity each season—fall, winter, and spring.

Inspired to Do

We’re inspired to give every student the chance to explore new interests, collaborate with peers, and make their mark on the NYA community.

Afterschool Activity Options

In addition to team sports, students can choose from a range of activities including:

  • Musical Theater
  • Robotics Team
  • Studio Band
  • Team Management
  • Fitness & Wellness

Students who participate in an activity not offered by NYA may work with the school to receive activity credit.

 
 
 
 

Middle School
X-Block Courses

We offer Middle School students X-Block courses—fun, ungraded classes where teachers and students explore shared interests. Past X-Blocks include:

  • Debate
  • Ukulele
  • Forensics
  • Bridge Building Engineering
  • Play Set & Puppetry
  • Mindful Creative Writing
  • P.E. Teacher for the Day

Clubs & Extracurricular Activities

Our clubs meet during the day and are optional but highly encouraged. Students are inspired to join any club that interests them—or even start a new one with a faculty advisor. Clubs and activities include:

  • Chess Club, Math Club, Quiz Team, The Varsity News
  • Drama & Theater
  • Choir, Orchestra, Jazz Band, Bluegrass Ensemble
  • Robotics & Computer Science Investigations
  • Film Club & Photography Club
  • Environmental Club & Maine Needs Club
  • Mock Trial & Model UN
  • Key Club & Make-A-Wish
  • Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
  • Start-Up Club, Entrepreneurship Workshops, KIVA Club
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Baking Club, Knitting, Ping-Pong Club, Juggling Club, Poker Club, D&D Club
 
 

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