Alexander-Smith Academy is structured around a four day week, Monday through Thursday, with Friday serving as a day of enrichment tutorials, group workshops and projects, and extra curricular activities.
ASA's student body reflects a unique population, and the school serves students who have distinct educational needs. Actors, models, ballerinas, equestrians and athletes in training for the Olympics need daily time requirements for the extra curricular activities, and ASA can offer each student individual flexibility.
The atmosphere is relaxed and informal. The comfortable surroundings invite the students to apply themselves. They are encouraged to participate in school sponsored clubs, organizations, and group activities. These include Student Council, Volunteer Service Club, literary magazine and food, toy and clothing drives. One of the most lively groups on campus is the Volunteer Service Club, which requires its members to be active in their community. And students selected to ASA's National Honor Society chapter, Alpha Sigma Alpha, must meet rigorous academic requirements, and perform extensive volunteer community service.