Upcoming Events 

• August 9 to 12 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 13 – Meet & Greet, WYGNTK Book Exchange, New & Used Uniform Sale
• August 16 to 17 – New Uniform Sale
• August 18 –  First Day of School, 8:05am
• August 24 – 6th-8th Grade Girls Volleyball and Boys Soccer tryouts, 3:30 pm
• August 25 – Parent Orientation 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Welcome back to the Draper 2 campus! Can you believe our teacher Meet & Greet is this Friday? We are so excited to have students back in the building! We wanted to make you aware of several changes in our leadership team. We welcome Mrs. Megan Davis as the new K-3 academic director. Mrs. Davis has been teaching at the Draper 1 campus, and we are grateful to have her join us! We are also excited to welcome Ms. Cindy Lawrence as an administrative director. She has a wealth of experience and we are lucky to have her!

K-3 Academic Director	Mrs.	Megan	Davis	megan.davis@apamail.org
4-6 Academic Director	Mrs.	Angie	Lawrence	alawrence@apamail.org
Admin Director	Mrs.	Emily	Peery	epeery@apamail.org
Admin Director	Ms.	Cindy	Lawrence	clawrence@apamail.org
Admin Director	Mrs.	Cathie	Adamson	cadamson@apamail.org

Other contacts that might be helpful:

• Bus Registration – bus@apamail.org 
• Drop Off and Pick Up – carpool@apamail.org 
• Enrollment – lhickman@apamail.org

Chess Club

We are excited to be hosting some after-school clubs at our school this year. Unfortunately, our former Chess Club leader, Mr. McVicar, is no longer working at APA. We have identified an external organization that is willing to encourage our budding chess players. https://chesswizards.com/ The cost would be about $256 for 16 classes during the fall semester, and another $256 for 16 classes during the winter semester. We need to give this new provider an idea of how many students would be interested. Clubs will be held Wednesday or Thursday after school. If you would be interested in registering your student, please email clawrence@apamail.org. She will follow up with registration links when they are available.

Field Trip and School Supply Donations

We encourage families to support student field trips by making a $10 donation for each student. We also appreciate donations toward purchasing school supplies. Follow this link to contribute: 

https://payments.efundsforschools.com/fundraising/districts/56586 

2021-22 Calendar

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ij58W7YbM83o-ePC0a_ECbb0nf8atoD_nC5rp6dGZmQ/edit?usp=sharing 

https://draper2.americanprep.org/calendar/

Now Hiring Instructors

Do you know someone who would love to work at our school?  We need quite a few instructors at our campus, and we would really appreciate your help spreading the word to your friends and family!   We provide in-depth training, and the pay is $12-$14 per hour, depending on education and experience.  APA is a FUN place to work!  We’d love to have you (or someone you know) on our team! 

https://www.americanprep.org/careers/

Teacher Meet and Greet – August 13th

All students are invited to come to the school and meet their teachers!  Classroom assignments will be posted on this day. We will have new and used uniforms available to purchase, as well as information about volunteering, after-school clubs, and ordering school lunches.  Please come at the following times:

• Families new to APA 9:00 am – 10:00 am
• Last Name A – N 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Last Name O – Z 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

What Your Grader Needs To Know – Book Exchange – August 13th

Many of our students received a copy of the What Your Grader Needs to Know book last year. We provide a copy of this book for each student to use at school, but we encourage ALL our families to obtain their own copy to have at home. Parents and siblings can join in “the great conversation” by learning along with their students and having discussions together.

We are encouraging our parents to exchange books from last year – we will do our best to help facilitate this exchange at the Meet and Greet on August 13, but cannot guarantee there will be enough books for everyone.

Name Tags & Dockets

Each student who is new to APA will receive a name tag and a docket.  All returning students should have taken their nametag and docket home with them the last week of school.   If you’ve misplaced either, replacement name tags ($5) and dockets ($10) may be purchased at the Front Office. Email mcarman@apamail.org to order.

School Lunch

Meals will be free to all students during the 2021-22 school year. However, we still ask all families to complete the Free/Reduced Lunch Application. There have been additional financial benefits issued to students who qualify for free lunch. To qualify for these, we need an updated application (submitted after 7/1/2021). 

Application details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/eligibility/ 

Ordering details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/order-lunch-online/

Food Service Job Opportunities

The school lunch program is hiring kitchen staff and campus staff – if you know anyone who is interested in working during school hours, direct them to this link!

https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/food-service-job-openings/ 

6th – 8th Grade Soccer and Volleyball Tryouts

The Fall sports that are offered for our 6th Graders this year will be Girls Volleyball and Boys Soccer.

• Girls Volleyball tryouts will be held August 24th at 3:30pm – in the D2 gym.  (Please use the West doors to enter the gym, but not until 3:30pm).  Tryouts will go until 4:30pm.  Bring water and your shoes and clothes to play in.
• Boys Soccer tryouts will also be August 24th at 3:30 pm – on the HS soccer field.  Tryouts should be over by 5pm.  Bring water, your shoes and clothes to play in.
• Cross-Country has been moved to the Spring so look for that information to come out in February!

Eagles Basketball – Grades 1-6

If you want to get a jump on basketball you can join the Eagles basketball club!  There are teams for grades 1 through 12 and play year round if you want!  (Teams are divided by grade level).  Tryouts will be coming up on the 28th of August.  If you are interested please see the attached flier.

Uniform Purchasing Options

Uniform Guide: https://draper2.americanprep.org/uniforms/ 

Reminder: uniform items DO NOT have to be branded or have the APA logo.

Update on shorts – boys and girls can wear khaki shorts Term 1 and Term 5. Regular uniform items on top pair with khaki shorts on the bottom.

Used Uniform Sales – August 13

We are offering gently used uniform items in the Draper 2 lobby and choir room. All funds raised by selling uniforms go towards staff appreciation. We are also accepting donations of gently used uniforms. Donations can be made in the lobby or left by the front door.

Used Uniform Costs

• Short Sleeve Shirts – $3
• Long Sleeve Shirts / Vests – $4
• Sweaters / Pants / Skirts / Jumpers – $5
• Socks / Ties / Bows / Undershorts / Leggings / Tights – $2

New Uniform Sales  – at Draper 2 – August 13, 16, 17

We will have new French Toast brand uniform items available at great prices at the following campuses: 

•     August 9th – 12th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT             
•     August 12th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
•     August 13th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
•     August 13th, 9 AM – 3 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT
•     August 16th – 17th, 9AM – 12 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT

New uniforms and Spirit Wear items are also always available at our online store:

•  https://www.americanprep.org/product-category/spirit-wear/

Upcoming Events 

• July 30 – Used Uniform Sale 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
• August 2 to 6 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 9 to 12 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 13 – Meet & Greet, WYGNTK Book Exchange, New & Used Uniform Sales
• August 16 to 17 – New Uniform Sale
• August 18 –  First Day of School, 8:05am
• August 24 – 6th-8th Grade Girls Volleyball and Boys Soccer tryouts, 3:30 pm
• August 25 – Parent Orientation 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2021-22 Calendar

• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ij58W7YbM83o-ePC0a_ECbb0nf8atoD_nC5rp6dGZmQ/edit?usp=sharing 
• https://draper2.americanprep.org/calendar/

Teacher Meet and Greet – August 13th

All students are invited to come to the school and meet their teachers!  Classroom assignments will be posted on this day. We will have new and used uniforms available to purchase, as well as information about volunteering, after school clubs, and ordering school lunches.  Please come at the following times:

• Families new to APA 9:00 am – 10:00 am
• Last Name A – N 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Last Name O – Z 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

6th – 8th Grade Soccer and Volleyball Tryouts

The Fall sports that are offered for our 6th Graders this year will be Girls Volleyball and Boys Soccer.

• Girls Volleyball tryouts will be held August 24th at 3:30pm – in the D2 gym.  (Please use the West doors to enter the gym, but not until 3:30pm).  Tryouts will go until 4:30pm.  Bring water and your shoes and clothes to play in.
• Boys Soccer tryouts will also be August 24th at 3:30 pm – on the HS soccer field.  Tryouts should be over by 5pm.  Bring water, your shoes and clothes to play in.
• Cross-Country has been moved to the Spring so look for that information to come out in February!

Eagles Basketball – Grades 1-6

If you want to get a jump on basketball you can join the Eagles basketball club!  There are teams for grades 1 through 12 and play year-round if you want!  (Teams are divided by grade level).  Tryouts will be coming up on the 28th of August.  If you are interested please see the attached flier. 

Now Hiring Instructors

Do you know someone who would love to work at our school?  We need quite a few instructors at our campus, and we would really appreciate your help spreading the word to your friends and family!   We provide in-depth training, and the pay is $12-$14 per hour, depending on education and experience.  

APA is a FUN place to work!  We’d love to have you (or someone you know) on our team! https://www.americanprep.org/careers/

What Your Grader Needs To Know – Book Exchange – August 13th

Many of our students received a copy of the What Your Grader Needs to Know book last year. We provide a copy of this book for each student to use at school, but we encourage ALL our families to obtain their own copy to have at home. Parents and siblings can join in “the great conversation” by learning along with their students and having discussions together.

We are encouraging our parents to exchange books from last year – we will do our best to help facilitate this exchange at the Meet and Greet on August 13, but cannot guarantee there will be enough books for everyone.

Name Tags & Dockets

Each student who is new to APA will receive a name tag and a docket.  All returning students should have taken their nametag and docket home with them the last week of school.   If you’ve misplaced either, replacement name tags ($5) and dockets ($10) may be purchased at the Front Office. Email mcarman@apamail.org to order.

School Lunch

Meals will be free to all students during the 2021-22 school year. However, we still ask all families to complete the Free/Reduced Lunch Application. There have been additional financial benefits issued to students who qualify for free lunch. To qualify for these, we need an updated application (submitted after 7/1/2021). 

• Application details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/eligibility/ 
• Ordering details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/order-lunch-online/

Food Service Job Opportunities

The school lunch program is hiring kitchen staff and campus staff – if you know anyone who is interested in working during school hours, direct them to this link!

https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/food-service-job-openings/ 

Bus Registration

Anyone interested in using our bus program can register here: ​​https://www.americanprep.org/bus-program/ 

Current riders will be given priority registration. 

Drop Off and Pick Up

Watch for an email coming soon with details about your pick up assignment. 

Uniform Purchasing Options

Uniform Guide: https://draper2.americanprep.org/uniforms/ 

Reminder: uniform items DO NOT have to be branded or have the APA logo.

Update on shorts – boys and girls can wear khaki shorts Term 1 and Term 5. Regular uniform items on top pair with khaki shorts on the bottom.

Used Uniform Sales – July 30, August 13

We are offering gently used uniform items in the Draper 2 lobby and choir room. All funds raised by selling uniforms go towards staff appreciation. We are also accepting donations of gently used uniforms. Donations can be made in the lobby or left by the front door.

Used Uniform Costs

• Short Sleeve Shirts – $3
• Long Sleeve Shirts / Vests – $4
• Sweaters / Pants / Skirts / Jumpers – $5
• Socks / Ties / Bows / Undershorts / Leggings / Tights – $2

New Uniform Sales  – at Draper 2 – August 13, 16, 17

We will have new French Toast brand uniform items available at great prices at the following campuses:

• August 2nd – 5th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT
• August 9th – 12th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT             
• August 12th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
• August 13th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
• August 13th, 9 AM – 3 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT
• August 16th – 17th, 9AM – 12 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT

New uniforms and Spirit Wear items are also always available at our online store:

•  https://www.americanprep.org/product-category/spirit-wear/

Upcoming Events 

• July 16 to 30 – Used Uniform Sale 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
• August 2 to 6 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 9 to 12 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 13 – Meet & Greet, WYGNTK Book Exchange, New Uniform Sale
• August 16 to 17 – New Uniform Sale
• August 18 –  First Day of School, 8:05 am
• August 25 – Parent Orientation 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

2021-22 Calendar

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ij58W7YbM83o-ePC0a_ECbb0nf8atoD_nC5rp6dGZmQ/edit?usp=sharing 

https://draper2.americanprep.org/calendar/

Teacher Meet and Greet – August 13th

All students are invited to come to the school and meet their teachers!  The classroom assignments will be posted on this day. We will have new and used uniforms available to purchase, information about volunteering, after-school clubs, and ordering school lunches.  Please come at the following times:

• Families new to APA 9:00 am – 10:00 am
• Last Name A – N 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Last Name O – Z 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Name Tags & Dockets

Each student who is new to APA will receive a name tag and a docket.  All returning students should have taken their nametag and docket home with them the last week of school.   If you’ve misplaced either, replacement name tags ($5) and dockets ($10) may be purchased at the Front Office.  Email mcarman@apamail.org to order a replacement name tag.

Summer Enrichment Activities

Your student should be working on their Stay Sharp Summer packet. Just a few minutes each day will go a long way! All students in grades 3 – 6 should be spending 10-15 minutes per day doing RISE math practice. All students in grades 4-6 should be spending time on keyboarding practice. Click here for the link and instructions.   https://draper2.americanprep.org/summer-computer-practice/. 

Each grade is assigned a novel to read over the summer. You can view your student’s assigned book here: https://draper2.americanprep.org/summer-reading-lists/   (We have a few copies of 4th Grade’s Robin Hood book available to purchase at the Front Office.)

What Your Grader Needs To Know – Book Exchange – August 13th

Many of our students received a copy of the What Your Grader Needs to Know book last year. We provide a copy of this book for each student to use at school, but we encourage ALL our families to obtain a copy of this book for each student to have at home. Parents and siblings can join in “the great conversation” by learning along with their students and having discussions together.

We are encouraging our parents to exchange books from last year – we will do our best to help facilitate this exchange at the Meet and Greet on August 13, but cannot guarantee there will be enough books for everyone.

School Lunch

Meals will be free to all students during the 2021-22 school year. However, we still ask all families to complete the Free/Reduced Lunch Application. There have been additional financial benefits issued to students who qualify for free lunch. To qualify for these, we need an updated application (submitted after 7/1/2021). 

Application details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/eligibility/ 

Ordering details – https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/order-lunch-online/

Bus Registration

Anyone interested in using our bus program can register here: ​​https://www.americanprep.org/bus-program/  Current riders will be given priority registration. 

Drop Off and Pick Up

Watch for an email coming soon with details about your pick up assignment. 

Food Service Job Opportunities

The school lunch program is hiring kitchen staff and campus staff – if you know anyone who is interested in working during school hours, direct them to this link!

https://www.americanprep.org/school-lunch-program/food-service-job-openings/ 

Uniform Purchasing Options

Uniform Guide: https://draper2.americanprep.org/uniforms/ 

Reminder: uniform items DO NOT have to be branded or have the APA logo.

Used Uniform Sales – July 16th to 30th

We are offering gently used uniform items in the Draper 2 lobby and choir room. All funds raised by selling uniforms go towards staff appreciation. We are also accepting donations of gently used uniforms. Donations can be made in the lobby or left by the front door.

Used Uniform Costs

• Short Sleeve Shirts – $3
• Long Sleeve Shirts / Vests – $4
• Sweaters / Pants / Skirts / Jumpers – $5
• Socks / Ties / Bows / Undershorts / Leggings / Tights – $2

New Uniform Sales  – at Draper 2 – August 13, 16, 17

We will have new French Toast brand uniform items available at great prices at the following campuses:

•     July 21st, 3 PM – 5 PM West Valley 1 Campus – 1255 Crystal Ave. West Valley, UT
•     July 26th – 29th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT 
•     August 2nd – 5th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT 
•     August 9th – 12th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT             
•     August 12th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
•     August 13th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
•     August 13th, 9 AM – 3 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT
•     August 16th – 17th, 9AM – 12 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT

New uniforms and Spirit Wear items are also always available at our online store:

•  https://www.americanprep.org/product-category/spirit-wear/

Other Purchasing Options

Some of our staff have seen French Toast pants & polos available at Costco. Their inventory turns over quickly!

Upcoming Events 

• July 12 to 30 – Used Uniform Sale 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
• July 13 to 14 – New Student Assessments
• August 2 to 6 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 9 to 12 – Building Closed – Staff Training Week
• August 13 – Meet & Greet, WYGNTK Book Exchange, New Uniform Sale
• August 16 to 17 – New Uniform Sale
• August 18 –  First Day of School
• August 25 – Parent Orientation 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

New Student Assessments- July 13th – 14th

All new students must be assessed – please contact our registrar, for a link to sign up – lhickman@apamail.org

Lost and Found

We have a few pairs of glasses, keys, a phone, and some jewelry – please review this page to see if any of these items belong to you. https://draper2.americanprep.org/lost-and-found/ 

Bus Registration

Current riders were given priority registration, and anyone interested in using our bus program can register here: ​​https://www.americanprep.org/bus-program/ 

Summer Meals

Did you know there are free activities and meals available in your community for your kids and teens this summer? Follow this link to find a site near you: https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids 

Teacher Meet and Greet – What Your Grader Needs To Know – Book Exchange – August 13th

All students are invited to come to the school and meet their teachers!  Please come at the following times:

• Families new to APA 9:00 am – 10:00 am
• Last Name A – N 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Last Name O – Z 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Many of our students received a copy of the What Your Grader Needs to Know book last year. We provide a copy of this book at school, but we encourage ALL our families to obtain a copy of this book for each student to have at home. Parents and siblings can join in “the great conversation” by learning along with their students and having discussions together.

We are encouraging our parents to exchange books from last year – we will help facilitate this exchange, but cannot guarantee there will be enough books for everyone. Bring your copy to the Meet and Greet and we will help exchange it! 

Uniform Purchasing Options

Uniform Guide: https://draper2.americanprep.org/uniforms/ 

Reminder: uniform items DO NOT have to be branded or have the APA logo.

Used Uniform Sales – July 12th to 30th

We are offering gently used uniform items in the Draper 2 lobby and choir room. All funds raised by selling uniforms go towards staff appreciation. We are also accepting donations of gently used uniforms. Donations can be made in the lobby or left by the front door.

Used Uniform Costs

• Short Sleeve Shirts – $3
• Long Sleeve Shirts / Vests – $4
• Long Sleeve Sweaters / Pants / Skirts / Jumpers – $5
• Socks / Ties / Bows / Undershorts / Leggings / Tights – $2

New Uniform Sales  – online, at Draper 2 August 13, 16, 17

New uniforms and Spirit Wear items are always available at our online store:

https://www.americanprep.org/product-category/spirit-wear/

• July 21st, 3 PM – 5 PM West Valley 1 Campus – 1255 Crystal Ave. West Valley, UT
• July 26th – 29th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT 
• August 2nd – 5th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT 
• August 9th – 12th, 9 AM – 12PM Early Learning Center – 12894 South Pony Express Rd #700 Draper, UT
• August 12th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
• August 13th, 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM West Valley 2 – 3636 West 3100 South West Valley, UT
• August 13th, 9 AM – 3 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT
• August 16th – 17th, 9AM – 12 PM Draper 2 – 11938 Lone Peak Pkwy Draper, UT

We sell French Toast brand uniforms at great prices!  These are the only sources of APA Branded uniforms and Spirit Wear.

Other Purchasing Options

Some of our staff have seen French Toast uniforms available at Costco. Their inventory turns over quickly!

BE A BUILDER!!

The Builders Poem, included below, is the theme of our school.  As we strive to internalize the virtues and the principles of this poem we find that not only are we building ourselves but we are building others as well.  Building takes effort and is a conscious choice.  As we seek for opportunities to uplift and build those around us, we make the world a better place.  We urge you to both memorize the poem and use it as a personal guide in your own life. This summer look for ways to be a builder and to help your family see and recognize they can be builders as well.  Notice, name and praise their builder behavior. 

Upcoming Events

• Wednesday, June 2
  • Field Day – Lots of volunteers needed!  Early Dismissal (12:15/12:30 & 12:45 pm) 
  • Off Campus Testing (8:30 am OR 10:00 am OR 12:30 pm)
• Thursday, June 3
  • Yearbooks distributed, Early Dismissal (12:15 pm) – Last Day of School
• Summer Activities – https://draper2.americanprep.org/summer-2021-activities/ 
• Summer Reading Lists – https://draper2.americanprep.org/summer-reading-lists/ 

Field Day – June 2

Volunteers

We need LOTS of volunteers to help on field day! We have expanded the opportunities so you can choose to stay with one classroom all day! Even if you can’t come the whole time, we would love your help. Come when you can! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b044faaab2ca1fd0-field

Please note: these activities will take your full attention, so please don’t bring younger children. We still need 20 2-liter soda bottles for one of the activities – please send EMPTY bottles to the reception desk. This is for a 6th grade activity, so if you have a 6th grader it will benefit them!

Dress Standards

• Tops – Students can show spirit by wearing their grade’s assigned color or spirit wear
  • 1st – Yellow, 2nd – Red, 3rd – Orange, 4th – Green, 5th – Blue, 6th – Purple/Black/Tie-dye 
    
• Bottoms – khaki shorts, skorts, long athletic shorts, capris
• Shoes – athletic shoes, no open-toe shoes, no flip-flops
• Hats – encouraged
• Don’t forget to send a water bottle and put sunscreen on your students! 
• PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING!

Off Campus Testing – Reading, Math, Spelling – June 2

If you have not already done so, please sign up for a time to have your off-campus student tested.  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b044faaab2ca1fd0-offcampus5 

Stay Sharp Summer Packets

Each student will receive a “Summer Stay-Sharp” packet with work to be completed over the summer break. This is REQUIRED work that will be turned in on the first day of school (August 18). Directions and materials will be included in each packet.

• Off-Campus students will receive the packets on June 2. 
• On Campus students should have received their packets at the end of last week. If you have not received it, please reach out to your homeroom teacher.

Why we do it – Left unexercised, students’ academic skills begin to slide and they lose the gains that they made during the school year. We have learned that with a minimal 1 hour of academic focus each weekday during the summer, students not only maintain their pre-summer levels, but come back to school having made steady gains! These students are ready to hit the ground running – with no wasted “catch-up” month at the beginning of the school year.

To Make This Fun and Successful, Keep These Things in Mind:

• A little bit of work goes a long way. About one hour of academic focus during the summer is a big break from the school rigor, but still offers huge returns in students maintaining and progressing in their skill levels.
• Set a schedule. Get them in the habit of doing it at the same time each day. First thing in the morning may be the least distracting time. Be available to monitor and help them.
• Have set tasks. Help them organize their hour to include practice from all areas in the packet – reading, math facts, test practice – whatever is included for that grade level.
• Meaningful motivation. At the beginning of the new school year, we will be celebrating with those students who complete their entire summer packet. Extra motivation from you during the summer may be needed – you know your students best. 

What Your Grader Needs To Know – Book Exchange

We want our students to have the current year WYGNTK book during the summer, especially for those who missed school due to COVID quarantines or were learning off-campus. If your student will not be returning to APA next year, including 6th graders going to Draper 3, we invite you to return the WYGNTK book to the school before the end of the year. We will host a book exchange at the beginning of next year. 

Dockets & Name Badges

Dockets and name tags will go home with your student(s) after Tuesday, June 1st.  Please put your them in a safe, secure place, one that you will remember.  You will need to bring your docket back to school with you on Wednesday, August 18th. 

If your dockets are torn or lost, we will have extras that can be purchased through the office.  The docket alone is $8.00 and the inside folders are $2.00. If you need a complete replacement, the cost is $10.00.  A name tag is $5.00 to replace.

End of the Year or Summer Withdrawal

We know that there may be some families or students who find they will not be able to return to American Preparatory Academy next year. Please remember to let us know as soon as your decision becomes official. We have many families on our waitlist who would love to attend APA and would like to know as soon as possible. During June we are open by appointment only from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. Email Lisa Hickman to schedule a time –  lhickman@apamail.org.  

Meet & Greet – August 13

Class lists will be posted Friday, August 13th during our Meet and Greet. More information to come.

Medications

If your student has medications in the office, please come pick them up. We will dispose of any medications left after Friday, June 4th.

Summer Meals

Did you know there are free activities and meals available in your community for your kids and teens this summer? Follow this link to find a site near you: https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids 

School Fees and Fee Waiver Information

https://draper2.americanprep.org/school-fees/ 

Eagles Track & Field Summer Program

https://draper2.americanprep.org/eagles-summer-track/

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Builders 

by Anonymous and Howard Headlee

I saw them tearing a building down, A gang of men in a busy town.

With a ‘yo heave ho’ and a lusty yell, They swung a beam and the sidewall fell.

I asked the foreman if these men were as skilled As those he would hire if he were to build.

He laughed and said, “Oh, no indeed, Common labor is all I need,

For they can wreck in a day or two, What builders have taken years to do.”

So I asked myself, as I went my way, Which of these roles am I to play?

Am I the builder, who works with care, Measuring life by the rule and square;

Or am I the wrecker who walks the town, Content in the role of tearing down?

I’ve made my decision; I’ll start today, I’ll be a builder in every way!