A BLUE RIBBON K-8 ARTS-INTEGRATED CHARTER SCHOOL WITH A STEAM CURRICULUM

The mission of The Birches Academy is to cultivate a learning community that promotes excellence in core academics and the arts while valuing the individual qualities and strengths of each child.

Learn more about us

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EDUCATING GRADES K-8 SINCE 2012

#1 CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN NH

#2 CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL IN NH

12:1 STUDENT/TEACHER RATIO

News and Reminders

From Mrs. Hawkes & The Art Room:

The Memory Project is a youth arts organization that promotes intercultural understanding and kindness between children around the world. We have been fortunate to have 320,000 youth in 57 countries involved in our school-based programs since 2004.

Check out the video here!

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Wednesday, April 2nd at 5:30 PM:

The Birches Board of Trustees will have a special meeting. The meeting will be nonpublic, open only to Board Members, and there will be no public comment.

If you should have any questions, please email trustees@birchesacademy.org

Friday, April 11th at 6:30 PM:
Adults Only Comedy Night- Tickets Here

Sponsorship Opportunities Here

Sunday, April 13th at 2:00 PM:
Music Matters Fundraiser at the Rex Theatre- Tickets Here

Saturday, May 10th at 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM:
Save the Date for A Small and Tall Enchanted Ball

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Teacher Wish Lists

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Get Involved

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Enrichment Programs

Now Presenting the Birches Podcast Studio

We’re thrilled to share the very first episode from the Birches Podcast Studio with you all! Dive in, and stay tuned for even more exciting episodes coming your way. Don’t miss out—follow along and join us on this journey! 🎙✨

Grow with Us:

Empowering Minds & Igniting Creativity!

Your gift nurtures our roots, empowering young minds to reach new heights. Together, let’s plant the seeds of creativity and watch them flourish.

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Thank you to our Sponsors

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