Extra-Curricular Clubs

Students are invited to participate in extra-curricular clubs that provide a leisurely way to deepen their understanding of our curriculum and form the habits of our core virtues.

Students at Cincinnati Classical Academy will be able to participate in numerous extra-curricular clubs that provide a leisurely way to deepen their understanding of our curriculum and hone their practice of our core virtues. These clubs enrich individual student lives by fostering friendship, competition, and confidence. We highly encourage students to take advantage of these clubs as opportunities to mature as citizens.

For club schedules and details, click here.

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Band & Orchestra Ensembles

Our Band and Orchestra Program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and enriching musical experience. Students have the opportunity to learn and master a wide range of musical instruments, including brass, woodwinds, strings, and percussion. Our experienced instructors guide students through the intricacies of each instrument, ensuring a solid foundation in musical technique. Collaboration is at the heart of music, and our program places a strong emphasis on ensemble playing. Students join together to create beautiful, harmonious melodies, fostering teamwork, communication, and a deep appreciation for collective achievement. Instructors: Mr. Yost (band) and Mrs. Randall (orchestra).

Gardening Club

The Classical Gardening Club adheres to the philosophy that nature contains a ready wealth of knowledge which should be eagerly pursued by students of all ages. A garden is a setting in which we may tame and temper nature itself, thereby learning about its character in the likeness of flora and vegetation. By studying the historical and scientific aspects of gardening, the Classical Gardening Club aims to inspire the virtues of patience and perseverance demonstrated through the cultivation of the earth. Open to all CLASSICAL students. Faculty moderators: Ms. Cefalu and Mr. Sam Carpenter. 

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Schola Cantorum

Schola Cantorum at Cincinnati Classical Academy is a choral ensemble that offers students an opportunity to explore the beauty of music, study musical notation, and perform great pieces of sacred music and Gregorian chant. Members of the Schola have the chance to refine their vocal techniques and develop their musical skills. Our Schola Cantorum explores a repertoire encompassing sacred music from various periods. Students have the chance to showcase their talents through a spring concert. Faculty moderator: Ms. Mears. 

Drama Club

The Drama Club is an exciting opportunity for your children to discover and share stories in unique and engaging ways. At its heart, theater is all about storytelling—exploring different perspectives and experiencing the world through the eyes of others. This program will guide your child through the many facets of theater, from learning how to audition, to playing games that enhance theatrical skills, to participating in workshops with local theater professionals. We’re committed to providing an in-depth exploration of what theater can be, in all its diverse forms. Your child will have the opportunity to expand their acting abilities while also gaining insight into the technical aspects of theater and exploring various theatrical styles. We can’t wait to embark on this creative journey together! Faculty moderator: Mrs. Jaymes

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The Fra Angelico Art Guild

The Fra Angelico Art Guild will provide much-needed studio time in the Fra Angelico Arts Center for students to be introduced to new techniques and materials in the visual arts.  This after-school program will also allow the time and space for students of all ages to develop their existing skills and ideas to create beautiful art and friendships.  Guild members will explore a variety of themes in genres of art history as well as topics related to the seasons or specific types of art materials. The Art Guild is open to all Cincinnati Classical students. There are several sessions throughout the year. Faculty moderators: Mrs. Hofmann and Ms. Calvino.

Taekwondo

Participation is open to all CLASSICAL students, boys and girls. Registration will be handled directly through Ahn Taekwondo Institute, but all practices will be held in the school gym on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 PM. 
 
Norman Kim, Master Instructor
513.791.8888
ahninstitute@gmail.com

Chess Club

The chess club is for students of all skill levels. For beginners, this is the place to learn how to play chess; for those who are more advanced players, this is the place to improve chess skills by playing head-to-head with other students at or near their skill level. Playing chess has proven to help students enhance their creativity, improve their power of concentration, develop and expand critical thinking skills, boost memory and retention, and achieve superior academic performance. Faculty moderator: Mr. Slonkosky.

The Power of the Pen

The Power of the Pen is an established state-wide academic competition in which students participate in various writing challenges. In our club, students will learn to harness their imaginations into writing excellent works of creative fiction. We believe that a good book has the ability to transport the mind beyond normal life and into a world where one cannot help but be inspired by ideas. Students will receive lessons in creative writing—ranging from crafting compelling character to presenting powerful plots and even delivering delectable diction—and employ these new techniques in short writing activities. This culminates in our students joining the academic competition, representing Classical, and taking our great stories out into the world. Faculty moderator: Mr. Misleh 

Sentinel Service Corps

The Sentinel Service Corps takes the mission and culture of our school and engages them beyond school hours in order to make a broader impact in our communities and in our own hearts. We will partner with reputable, established non-profit organizations whose mission aligns with our school principles and virtues. We will participate in a variety of community service projects such as assisting the elderly with chores, organizing community and coat drives, and participating in community clean-ups. Meets during scheduled projects. Faculty moderators: Mrs. Langdon and Mrs. Stevenson. Register through Final Forms.