Student Life

BASIS Mesa Model UN team posing outside of Madrid senate building

BASIS Mesa Model UN Team Competes at SEKMUN in Madrid

The BASIS Mesa Model UN team traveled to Madrid, Spain to participate in SEKMUN, where they debated against student delegates from around the world!
Two high school boys from BASIS DC holding canvases of original artwork

The Black Vision: Black History Showcase at BASIS DC

BASIS DC celebrated the end of Black History Month with their very own fine arts showcase. Attendees enjoyed poetry, artwork, step performances, and a fashion show.
BASIS Mesa high school students in brightly colored pantsuits, posing with school faculty

BASIS Mesa Hosts Model UN Conference for Local Schools

BASIS Mesa bought together Model UN students from 11 high schools for its second annual NovaMUN conference. Student delegates addressed global topics such as climate change and trade negotiations.
BASIS Baton Rouge student riding in homemade Mardi Gras float

Mardi Gras Parades at BASIS Baton Rouge Charter Schools

BASIS Materra and BASIS Mid City held their own Mardi Gras parades, with kindergarten students leading the celebrations. Learn how this tradition creates lasting memories for our students.
Group shot of BASIS Scottsdale Primary East martial arts students with their teacher and school staff

BASIS Students Impress With Martial Arts Performance at Phoenix Chinese Week

BASIS Scottsdale Primary East students performed at the Phoenix Chinese Week Festival, impressing attendees with their "Spirit of the Serpent" martial arts showcase.
BASIS students on stage during network-wide spelling bee

14 Schools Compete in BASIS Spelling Bee

In January 2025, BASIS Charter Schools in Arizona held a network-wide spelling bee. The top spellers will have a chance to qualify for Scripps National Spelling Bee.
Middle school girls painting a mural outside

Student Volunteering: How BASIS Students Make a Difference in Their Communities

By connecting our students with volunteer opportunities, we help them become active members of their communities. Learn about volunteer initiatives taken on by BASIS students.
Students from BASIS Materra performing Annie

BASIS Materra Students Shine in Annie Production

BASIS Baton Rouge Materra brought its entire school community together with its recent production of Annie. The musical featured performers from second grade all the way up to tenth grade.
Group shot of BASIS Baton Rouge Materra students in the gym wearing letterman jackets

BASIS Baton Rouge Charter Schools Celebrate Students With Letterman Jacket Ceremony

More than 300 high-achieving students from BASIS Materra and BASIS Mid City received personalized letterman jackets. Learn more about how this tradition fosters school pride.
Colorful Dia de los Muertos altar inspired by Andy Warhol, complete with paper-mache cats

BASIS Ahwatukee Students Impress With Creative Día de los Muertos Altar

BASIS Ahwatukee participated in the Mesa Arts Center's Día de los Muertos altar contest, where they impressed attendees with a colorful Andy Warhol-inspired altar! 
Five high school graduate girls in caps and gowns pose together for a photo at their graduation

What Senior Year Looks Like at BASIS Charter Schools

Senior year consists of post-AP capstone courses, college counseling, and an off-campus Senior Project. Learn more about what makes our senior year experience so unique.
Group of middle school aged student dressed up for Halloween, posing in front of lockers

How BASIS DC’s House System Fosters Teamwork and Community

When students enter BASIS DC in grade 5, they are shuffled into one of four Houses. These Houses are integral to student life and play a huge role in BASIS DC's school culture! Learn more about this unique program.
BASIS Chandler student Sandeep Sethuraman smiling at camera. Text overlay "BASIS Chandler Senior Surpasses Chess Milestones"

BASIS Chandler Senior Surpasses Chess Milestones

Watch our video interview with Sandeep Sethuraman, senior at BASIS Chandler and captain of the chess team.
Back-to-school traditions

Back-to-School Traditions: Tried and True or New to You

Start the school year off right with a few classic back-to-school traditions, as well as some new ideas for how to kick off the year.
BASIS Charter Schools

The Culture of BASIS Charter Schools: A Student’s Perspective

In this video interview, a senior from BASIS Peoria discusses the culture of BASIS Charter Schools.