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Draper 2 Campus

An American Preparatory Academy School

D2 Newsletter 12.18.20

Happy Holidays!

We want to wish you a wonderful holiday season! We hope you enjoy this time with your families. We look forward to starting school again on January 4th. 

Upcoming Events

Dec. 19 to Jan. 3  –  No School – Holiday Break

January 4  –  Welcome back to school

January 6  –  Off Campus Term 3 Pick Up, 9am – 11am

5th Grade Holiday Concert

Enjoy this amazing performance by our fifth grade students.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/14IYZdu4jsV6ccRRtZhzZEBnEhFul5jEE/view 

Spelling Bees

It’s that time of year – to get ready for the annual spelling bees! Off-campus students who want to participate will need to come on-campus to compete in both Class Bees and the School Bee.

  • Class Bees: January 19th – January 22nd (Teachers will each have one winner to participate in the School Bee)
  • School Bees: 
    • 1-3 grades February 2nd, 1:30 – 3:00 pm
    • 4-6 grades February 12th, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
  • Regional Bee: March 20th

Click here for list

Hygiene Drive Results

Our campus donated just under 10,000 items (our original goal was 1500 items) with the final tally at 9707 items!

Special shoutout to Mrs. Etchemendy’s class (of only 17 kids) who brought in 1527 (27 items more than the school goal) items all on their own.  

You are all amazing!

Science Fair Winners

  • 1st- Vaishnavi Kothamasu
  • 2nd-Eva Shumway
  • 3rd-Levi Kim
  • Honorable Mention-Elinor Brown
  • Honorable Mention-Ruby Erickson
  • Honorable Mention-Jackson Davis
  • Honorable Mention- Estrella Rodriguez-Hamon

These winners will move on to the Salt Lake Charter Schools Science and Engineering Fair which will be held virtually on Friday, February 5, 2021. We need at least 3 judges from our school. Please contact jelliott@apamail.org if you are willing to help.

Off Campus Term 3 Pick Up – January 6

Please sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044FAAAB2CA1FD0-term1 

Yearbook Orders

Yearbooks are available for a discounted, pre-order, price until December 18.  Order yours today!

https://www.purchaseyearbook.com/Customer/Home/Index?prepay=DRAPER2APA2021 

Sibling Enrollment – Incoming Kindergarteners

Do you have children you would like to enroll at American Prep next year? For example, incoming kindergarten siblings? Or siblings that attend others schools? NOW is your chance to get priority enrollment for next year. Please apply as soon as possible, since our lottery starts soon. We can offer you priority if there are seats available, but if the seats are filled by lottery you may end up on a waiting list. Here is the link: https://www.americanprep.org/enrollment/utah-application/ 

This is separate from re-enrollment (when you indicate whether current students will return). That will happen in February or March.

COVID Updates

Governor Herbert has announced that students exposed to COVID-19 at school while wearing masks do not need to quarantine. This will be so helpful for our students and teachers to avoid disruptions in learning! Watch for more updates as we return to school in January. 

We remind you to keep students home if they have ANY symptoms of COVID-19.

School Lunch

Because of COVID, our menu is subject to change.  Whenever possible we try to serve the specific lunch as listed on the menu, but there are occasions when your student will be presented with an alternative lunch that meets the nutritional requirements and your child’s specific dietary restrictions. If your student cannot eat the lunch presented, they should go to the lunch staff who will provide an adequate meal. We will continue to serve Regular (with meat) or Vegetarian (without meat), Gluten Free, or Dairy Free.  We CANNOT guarantee the specific item will match the menu.

Get a Free Beanie!

Receive a free APA beanie ($20 value) when you place a Spirit Wear order of $30 or more!

 https://www.americanprep.org/store/ 

Fee Schedule Review

The Governing Board will consider the 2021-2022 Proposed Fee Schedules for all American Preparatory Academy schools on Tuesday, December 15th at 7 PM. This meeting is open to public comment. For more information, please see the meeting agenda posted 24 hours in advance at: https://www.americanprep.org/uca-2020-board-meetings/

December Theme

December Builders Theme

Thank you to all our students for participating in December’s theme by watching for, and filling, the needs of others! Parents, we hope you have been experiencing some of this in your homes. It is a wonderful Builder’s trait to see things that need to be done without being told or asked – and we have made progress as we’ve worked on this value, this month!  We are creating a wonderful community together as we unite in looking for ways to help.  We challenge each of you to change the world for the better by practicing Kigatsuku.

Upcoming Events

Dec. 14 to 18  –  Order Hope Coins

Wed. Dec. 16  –  Crazy Sock and Tie day

Thurs. Dec. 17  –  Free Dress Day

Fri. Dec. 18  –  Jeans Day 

Fri. Dec. 18  –  Report cards come home

Dec. 19 to Jan. 3  –  No School – Holiday Break

Heroes for Hygiene – December 3 to 17

We are Heroes of Hygiene!  And we proved it by working together to accomplish something amazing.  Thank you for your willingness to give to others.  We are proud to be part of such a generous APA family.

We will be tallying up all the donations at the end of the week, and sending our donations in to Globus Relief on Friday.  We will let you know our total contributions in the newsletter when we return from our holiday break.

Because we have met our goal of 1500 items, students may wear CRAZY SOCKS and CRAZY TIES this WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16th.  And because we DOUBLED our goal of 3000 items, we will have FREE DRESS DAY on this THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17th.  Congratulations to our amazing families!

Please remember the following guidelines:

  • Clothing must be modest (not too tight) and in good repair
  • Shorts and skirts must be no more than 3” above the knee
  • Shirts must have sleeves, and all text must be appropriate for school

Order Hope Coins – December 14 – 18

You asked and now it’s here! Hope coins may be purchased in bulk for neighbor, family or friend gifts December 14 – 18. Coins will not be available after Friday, December 18th.  Orders may be requested and paid for online at https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/hope-coins.  Purchases may also be made through the front office secretaries. All paid orders will be delivered to your students by the end of the day on Friday.

You may purchase single coins or coins packaged in hope coin envelopes with labels. A flyer with an order form has been attached.   Purchases made on Friday will be limited to bulk coins without the individual envelope option. Thank you to the many parents who reached out and asked for this opportunity. We wish you the best holiday cheer as you share the gift of kindness!

Hope Coins Flyer

Jeans Day – December 18

Watch for a sticker coming home on Thursday so you know if your student qualifies to wear jeans! Here are the guidelines – https://draper2.americanprep.org/jeans-day/.

Yearbook Orders

Yearbooks are available for a discounted, pre-order, price until December 18.  Order yours today!

https://purchaseyearbook.com/ Code: DRAPER2APAYB2021

Winter Dress for Recess

To reduce the number of students on the playground at one time, some classes have recess early in the morning when the temperature can be cold.  Please send students with warm winter coats, gloves, a hat and a scarf (if needed).  We encourage you to label all items, especially coats! When it’s extremely cold, instructors will keep students inside for recess and/or shorten time outside. 

Get a Free Beanie!

Receive a free APA beanie ($20 value) when you place a Spirit Wear order of $30 or more!

 https://www.americanprep.org/store/ 

Fee Schedule Review

The Governing Board will consider the 2021-2022 Proposed Fee Schedules for all American Preparatory Academy schools on Tuesday, December 15th at 7 PM. This meeting is open to public comment. For more information, please see the meeting agenda posted 24 hours in advance at: https://www.americanprep.org/uca-2020-board-meetings/

School Lunch

Because of COVID, our menu is subject to change.  Whenever possible we try to serve the specific lunch as listed on the menu, but there are occasions when your student will be presented with an alternative lunch that meets the nutritional requirements and your child’s specific dietary restrictions. If your student cannot eat the lunch presented, they should go to the lunch staff who will provide an adequate meal. We will continue to serve Regular (with meat) or Vegetarian (without meat), Gluten Free, or Dairy Free.  We CANNOT guarantee the specific item will match the menu.

American Preparatory Education Foundation

Michelle Goudge, Executive Director

e: mgoudge@americanprepfoundation.org | p: 801.661.1928

www.facebook.com/pg/americanprepfoundation

www.americanprepfoundation.org

 

Thank you so much to everyone who has contributed to the 2020 Holiday Giving Campaign. With every donation, big or small, we are getting closer to our goal!

Please watch this short video request from Brian Hanks, an APA parent and American Preparatory Education Foundation board member, regarding our 2020 holiday gift to APA teachers and staff. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UOMonHJLcfY&feature=youtu.be

 

As you are aware, we are working towards gifting nice, zip-up jackets to all APA teachers and staff members who teach, support, and care for our students as this year’s holiday gift. The jackets are a special way to commemorate 2020 and to show how much we appreciate our teachers and staff for going above and beyond to educate and care for our students. Contributions can be made at https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/2020-holiday-giving-campaign. Thank you for your support!

D2 OFF CAMPUS – Term 3 – 12.10.20

Dear Draper 2 Off Campus Parents,

American Preparatory Academy firmly believes that it is our obligation and duty to do what is best for students. This year has been challenging for everyone within our community, and we have been amazed to see how our students, families, and staff have adapted to these new conditions. We knew there would be challenges during this school year, and we have approached the many changes with the data-driven approach we know is required for us to make sound decisions. Throughout the school year, APA has collected in-depth data about student achievement and progress, both in our in-person and off-campus students, and we’ve learned a lot about the pros and cons of each approach.

As the COVID-19 pandemic has evolved, national and international data demonstrates that the serious, detrimental effects on our children from wide-scale remote learning are greater than the health benefit received from isolation. The virus’ impact on K-12 students simply has not been shown to be of sufficient concern to justify the harm done to children by not attending school. 

Based on this data, APA believes that an in-person education in front of an expert teacher is critical to students achieving their best academic and mental health results. The current research is compelling and indicates that disruptions to in-person schooling have long-lasting effects, permanently reducing students’ future earnings and quality of life. As a classical education academy, we believe it is our responsibility to do everything we can to ensure our students flourish and grow to their full potential. Accordingly, APA is encouraging all students without extenuating medical circumstances to begin attending in-person classes starting January 4th, 2021. Families who believe they have extenuating circumstances are asked to complete the exemption application, found here. 

To help you understand our sense of urgency in bringing students back to campus, we want you to know that we have engaged in a lengthy process of research, discussion, and collaboration with parents, staff members, and administrators regarding COVID-19 and its impact on our students. We have considered hundreds of parent comments and have solicited and received a great deal of input from teachers and staff members. Additionally, the Utah State Board of Education and staff, as well as the Governor’s office, have provided requirements and recommendations to schools that we have considered as we created and evolved our plan. New information has been made available recently that has prompted us to bring as many students as possible back to campus.

As we approach the third term of the 2020-2021 School Year, our internal data demonstrates that, almost without exception, our Off-Campus students are at academic risk, and a large majority are at critical academic risk and unlikely to be promoted to the next grade level if they continue in off-campus learning. Even students whose elementary grades appear to be healthy are missing large amounts of information and skills development that simply cannot be provided remotely. What we are seeing is not unique or unexpected, and the effects are not limited to academics. Our experience has been confirmed by national data collections and research that have shown this to be the case nearly universally – the following studies and articles provide more insight as to the urgency of bringing students back to schools:

Thank you for your commitment to your child’s education and all your efforts during this time of change and growth. We understand that there are many difficult decisions facing our families and we hope that the information and data provided will assist you in understanding APA’s sense of urgency in having students at school. As always, we endeavor to do what is best for our students and hope that you see our teachers and administrators as partners who are striving to make the best decisions we can.

In light of all of the data and information, we expect to see many of our students back on campus for Term 3. We have prepared our teachers and staff for their return and they are thrilled to see them on January 4th. Attached is the information you will need in order to be prepared for school including uniform information, start and end times, school lunches, and other details. Please read through the information carefully.

Parents may apply for an exemption with a qualifying medical need, or an exemption for an extenuating circumstance. If you believe your child or your family qualifies for an exemption, please fill one of the forms below before December 12:

As always, please feel free to reach out to me with questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Emily Peery

Draper 2 Administrative Director

 Estimados estudiantes y familias,

American Preparatory Academy cree firmemente que es nuestra obligación y deber hacer lo que es mejor para los estudiantes. Este año ha sido un desafío para todos dentro de nuestra comunidad, y nos ha sorprendido ver cómo nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal se han adaptado a estas nuevas condiciones. Sabíamos que habría desafíos durante este año escolar y nos hemos acercado a los muchos cambios con el enfoque basado en datos que sabemos que es necesario para que podamos tomar decisiones acertadas. A lo largo del año escolar, APA ha recopilado datos detallados sobre el rendimiento y el progreso de los estudiantes, tanto en nuestros estudiantes dentro en persona como fuera del campus, y hemos aprendido mucho sobre los pros y los contras de cada enfoque.

A medida que la pandemia de COVID-19 ha evolucionado, los datos nacionales e internacionales demuestran que los efectos graves y perjudiciales para nuestros niños del aprendizaje remoto a gran escala son mayores que los beneficios para la salud que se obtienen del aislamiento. El impacto del virus en los estudiantes K-12 simplemente no ha demostrado ser lo suficientemente preocupante como para justificar el daño causado a los niños al no asistir a la escuela.

Con base en estos datos, APA cree que una educación en persona frente a un maestro experto es fundamental para que los estudiantes logren sus mejores resultados académicos y de salud mental. La investigación actual es convincente e indica que las interrupciones en la educación presencial tienen efectos duraderos, reduciendo permanentemente los ingresos futuros y la calidad de vida de los estudiantes. Como una academia de educación clásica, creemos que es nuestra responsabilidad hacer todo lo posible para asegurarnos que nuestros estudiantes prosperen y crezcan a su máximo potencial. En consecuencia, APA está animando a todos los estudiantes sin circunstancias médicas atenuantes a comenzar a asistir a clases en persona a partir del 4 de enero de 2021. Las familias que creen que tienen circunstancias atenuantes le estamos pidiendo que completen la solicitud de exención, que se encuentra aquí.

Para ayudarle a comprender nuestro sentido de urgencia al traer a los estudiantes de regreso al campus, queremos que sepa que nos hemos involucrado en un largo proceso de investigación, discusión y colaboración con los padres, miembros del personal y administradores con respecto a COVID-19 y su impacto en nuestros estudiantes. Hemos considerado cientos de comentarios de los padres y hemos solicitado y recibido una gran cantidad de opiniones de los maestros y miembros del personal. Adicionalmente, la Junta de Educación del Estado de Utah y el personal, así como la oficina del Gobernador, han proporcionado requisitos y recomendaciones a las escuelas que hemos considerado al crear y desarrollar nuestro plan. Recientemente se ha puesto a disposición nueva información que nos ha llevado a traer tantos estudiantes como sea posible de regreso al campus. 

A medida que nos acercamos al tercer trimestre del año escolar 2020-2021, nuestros datos internos demuestran que, casi sin excepción, nuestros estudiantes de Off-Campus están en riesgo académico, y una gran mayoría tienen un riesgo académico crítico y es poco probable que sean promovidos a la siguiente nivel de grado si continúan en el aprendizaje fuera del campus. Incluso los estudiantes cuyas calificaciones de primaria parecen saludables carecen de una gran cantidad de información y desarrollo de habilidades que simplemente no se pueden proporcionar de forma remota. Lo que estamos viendo no es único ni inesperado, y los efectos no están limitados a lo académico. Nuestra experiencia ha sido confirmada por recopilaciones de datos e investigaciones nacionales que han demostrado que este es el caso casi universalmente –  los siguientes estudios y artículos brindan más información sobre la urgencia de traer a los estudiantes de regreso a las escuelas:

Gracias por su compromiso con la educación de su hijo y todos sus esfuerzos durante este tiempo de cambio y crecimiento. Entendemos que nuestras familias enfrentan muchas decisiones difíciles y esperamos que la información y los datos proporcionados le ayuden a comprender el sentido de urgencia de APA de tener a los estudiantes en la escuela. Como siempre, nos esforzamos por hacer lo mejor para nuestros estudiantes y esperamos que vea a nuestros maestros y administradores como compañeros que se esfuerzan por tomar las mejores decisiones que podamos.

A la luz de todos los datos e información, esperamos ver a muchos de nuestros estudiantes de regreso en el campus para el tercer trimestre. Hemos preparado a nuestros maestros y personal para su regreso y están emocionados de verlos el 4 de enero. Se adjunta la información que necesitará para estar preparado para la escuela, incluyendo la información de los uniformes, las las horas que empieza y termina la escuela, los almuerzos escolares y otros detalles. Lea atentamente la información. También encontrará el último boletín escolar adjunto a este correo electrónico.

Los padres pueden solicitar una exención con una necesidad médica que califique, o una exención por una circunstancia atenuante. Si cree que su hijo o su familia califican para una exención, complete uno de los formularios a continuación antes del 12 de diciembre:

Como siempre, no dude en comunicarse conmigo si tiene preguntas o inquietudes.

Sinceramente,

Emily Peery

Draper 2 Administrative Director

COVID Update 12.4.20

Hello American Prep Families!
I apologize for failing to send this report last Friday!  Here are our COVID19 numbers as of last Friday, December 4th, 2020.
 
 
Elementary
Draper 1: Cases- 1, Quarantines- 3
Draper 2: Cases- 3, Quarantines- 27
ELC: Cases- 0, Quarantines- 2
West Valley 1: Cases- 2, Quarantines- 14
West Valley 2 Elem: Cases- 5, Quarantines- 39
Salem: Cases- 2, Quarantines- 5
Secondary
Draper 3: Cases- 7, Quarantines- 64
West Valley 2 Sec: Cases- 9, Quarantines- 34
Have a wonderful evening!
Carolyn Sharette
Executive Director
Cell: 801-808-3933

D2 Newsletter 12.7.20

December Builders Theme

I am a Builder when I look for ways to serve others – Kigatsuku

This month we talk about the concept of “kigatsuku”, which describes the trait of being able to see others’ needs, to sense others’ needs, and then to strive to meet them without being asked or directed to. We hope you have seen some evidence that our students have caught on to this great concept!

We also hope that you notice it and can give them praise so they will expand upon their ability to see others’ needs! We have enjoyed watching the children in school as they have been looking out for others’ needs this month – thank you for sharing your amazing children with us!

Upcoming Events

Dec. 3 – 17 Heroes for Hygiene drive

Mon. Dec. 7 Reading University Deadline

Wed. Dec 9 Reading University Store

Fri. Dec. 11 Missing work deadline

Fri. Dec. 18 Report cards come home

Dec. 21 – Jan. 1 No School – Holiday Break

Heroes for Hygiene – December 3 to 17

Calling all Heroes of Hygiene . . . 

There’s a little over one week left of our donation drive!  So far we have collected more than 1000 items.  Wow!  It has been so exciting to see how much we can accomplish as we all work together to defeat germs around the world! Remember — we need:  TRAVEL SIZE shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, lotion; as well as floss, packaged toothbrushes, or packaged combs.

Let’s finish strong — keep bringing in those hygiene items!  The drive will end on Thursday Dec. 17th!   And, if we make our goal as a campus we’ll celebrate with a Crazy Sock and Tie Day on that day!  If we double our goal, we’ll celebrate with a FREE DRESS DAY (date to be announced next week).

Reading University Store – December 9

All the hours of reading is about to be rewarded! We have set up a COVID-friendly Reading University Store where students can pick prizes. Keep up the good work!

Other Items

Yearbook Orders

Yearbooks are available for a discounted, pre-order, price until December 18.  Order yours today!

https://purchaseyearbook.com/ Code: DRAPER2APAYB2021

Thank You from the Character Development Team

A very heartfelt thank you to our amazing parent volunteers who came to our 5th grade event on Friday to help sanitize between stations, safely serve food, assist our teachers at each station, etc.  We can’t do our events without you and we appreciate you BEYOND any words that we can express!

Missing School for Non-Medical Reasons

Please remember to schedule trips and vacations during one of our many breaks.  We typically have a one-week break every 7 weeks.  When your student misses school, they are missing valuable information that is difficult to give to them in a packet, and they often have a tricky time getting caught up. Our teachers are so busy gathering materials for students home sick or on quarantine – please don’t add to their workload.

Winter Dress for Recess

To reduce the number of students on the playground at one time, some classes have recess early in the morning when the temperature can be cold.  Please send students with warm winter coats, gloves, a hat and a scarf (if needed).  We encourage you to label all items, especially coats! When it’s extremely cold, instructors will keep students inside for recess and/or shorten time outside. 

COVID Quarantine Updates

The Utah Department of Health has updated the quarantine guidelines. Those who have been exposed to COVID-19 are now required to quarantine only 10 days. This means more time back in school for our students! https://coronavirus-download.utah.gov/Health/Care_Booklet_English.pdf 

If your student tests positive or is exposed to someone who tested positive for COVID-19, please contact nurse@apamail.org. The nurse will inform the school directors and teachers.

Get a Free Beanie!

If you place a Spirit Wear order of $30 or more, you will receive a free APA beanie ($20 value)!!

 https://www.americanprep.org/store/ 

American Preparatory Education Foundation

Michelle Goudge, Executive Director

e: mgoudge@americanprepfoundation.org | p: 801.661.1928

www.facebook.com/pg/americanprepfoundation

www.americanprepfoundation.org

 

Thank you so much to all of our parents who have contributed to the Holiday Giving Campaign. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. There is still time to donate to the jacket fund for our 750+ teachers and staff. Please go to https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/2020-holiday-giving-campaign to make a contribution and to add a personalized message that will be delivered to the recipients of your choosing.

When making your holiday Amazon purchases you can also support the American Preparatory Education Foundation, If you haven’t already, please add APEF as your preferred Amazon charity. Those funds are extremely valuable to us and our APA families. For details please go to https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/amazon-smile. Thank you for your support.

It has been great to see so many of your smiling faces at the end of the driveway in the mornings and afternoons during carpool. Thank you for making my job easier by showing up at your assigned carpool time and not turning left in or out of the driveway. I appreciate you!

Message From Carolyn Sharette 12.4.20

Dear APA Families,

You will probably hear news that tonight the Utah State Board of Education (USBE) voted to impose a 2.8 million dollar penalty against APA due to its belief that our spending of these dollars on our Paraeducators was not an allowable use of special education funds.

We strongly disagree with the USBE on this.  Our special education program is innovative and successful.  Our students score, on average, above other special education students in the state.  Our parents love our program because we don’t stigmatize students by pushing them into special education “rooms” where they are separated out from their peers.  We know this is best for our students and we are committed to doing what is best for them.

I believe our governing board will decide to appeal this decision and we will have a period of time to put together our opposition to this decision.  We hope many of you will be willing to help us as we find ways that parents can use their voices to object to this governmental overreach that will harm kids.

It is important to tell you that we have an agreement with the USBE that we can pay back the funds over 10 years.  This means we would pay a maximum of $280,000 per year.  Our schools’ annual budget is about 45 million dollars, so we are not overly concerned about the payments from a financial perspective.

But we are VERY concerned about them from a principled perspective.  These funds were spent to serve special education students.  Even the state auditors do not claim that they were not.  So , we should not be “paying them back”.  Requiring us to do so will make less resources available to current students at APA.  What possible good can come from that?

We have great concerns that our state education leaders are behind the times, out of touch, and SOME ARE prejudiced against our school (and all charter schools).  This is something we have ample evidence of, and this penalty just makes it more clear.   We will continue to fight for our school, and for all charter schools, to be able to innovate and be different without being punished.

Thank you for all your support.  Please reach out to me if you would like to help in our appeal, and/or if you have insights or thoughts that may help us in this fight.

Cordially,

Carolyn Sharette

Executive Director

Cell: 801-808-3933

csharette@apamail.org

D2 Newsletter 11.30.20

December Builders Theme

I am a Builder when I look for ways to serve others – Kigatsuku

Kigatsuku is a Japanese word meaning “an inner spirit to act without being told what to do”, or in other words, “see a need, meet a need”.  It’s simple; we don’t need to go out of our way; we don’t need to schedule it; we don’t need to travel to other countries.  We only need to look around us and see how we can help the person right in front of us. Opportunities for kigatsuku are everywhere – at school, at home, in the grocery store, and yes, even on the roads!

There is something deeply rewarding about this Builder’s theme as we watch your children fall into the rhythm of kigatsuku.  Imagine the energy and influence of an entire community of kigatsuku as we work toward something better than just ourselves. Imagine doing it without reward or compensation. Imagine what we could accomplish if we did the simplest thing – see a need, meet a need!

Upcoming Events

Dec. 3 – 17 Heroes for Hygiene drive

Fri. Dec. 4 Jeans Day & Spirit Wear Day

Mon. Dec. 7 Reading University Deadline

Fri. Dec. 11 Missing work deadline

Fri. Dec. 18 Report cards come home

Dec. 21 – Jan. 1 No School – Holiday Break

Heroes for Hygiene – December 3 to 17

There’s a frosty nip in the air and that means that APA’s annual multi-campus donation drive is just almost here! We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with Globus Relief this year by collecting hygiene items that will be distributed to refugee camps, charitable clinics, orphanages, and areas affected by natural disasters.  Check out their amazing work at www.globusrelief.org! 

Donation Guidelines: We will collect travel size items of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dental floss, toothbrushes, toothpaste, baby shampoo, baby wash, and baby lotion.  Donations must be new and unused and, if possible, have at least 6 months before expiring, in order to be shipped abroad.  

5th Grade Ambassador Event  – December 4

“Celebrate”, will be held on December 4th. We’d LOVE parent volunteers!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0444AFAE29ABFC1-celebrate2

Other Items

School Lunch

This is a reminder to order meals for next month December 2020 AND January 2021.

https://apalunch.h1.hotlunchonline.net/ All orders must be placed 48 hours in advance. If you need help ordering lunch please email ekim@apamail.org for assistance.

Yearbook Orders

Yearbooks are available for the discounted price until December 18. Order yours today!

https://purchaseyearbook.com/ Code: DRAPER2APAYB2021

Hands For Hope

Thank you again to our parent volunteers who helped us put our handprints on our “Hands for Hope” banners (hanging in our front lobby through the month of December).

Wellness Check

We have asked all our parents to take their student’s temperature and answer two questions every day before school (see below). As we return from the Thanksgiving holiday, *PLEASE* keep your student(s) at home if they have ANY of these symptoms, or if they have been exposed to someone with COVID-19. Email nurse@apamail.org for details about quarantining if your student was exposed. THANK YOU for your diligence!

  1. In the last 24 hours, have you experienced any of the following symptoms in a way not normal to you: 

Fever or chills, Cough, Shortness of Breath, Fatigue, Muscle or body aches, Headache, New loss of taste or smell, Sore Throat, Congestion or Runny Nose, Nausea or Vomiting, Diarrhea

  1. In the last 14 days, have you been in close contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 or tested positive yourself?

Hand Washing for Hygiene – Mandy Brown

Greetings to all of our Heroes of Hygiene.  Did you know that Oct. 15th is Global Handwashing Day?  That’s because handwashing is a like a ‘do-it-yourself’ vaccine.  It is the simplest and best way to remove germs, avoid getting sick, and prevent the spread of disease.  So, every time someone soaps up their hands—hygiene wins, and the germs lose.  And that’s good news for everyone.

American Preparatory Education Foundation

Michelle Goudge, Executive Director

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We are excited to announce the kick-off of the Annual Holiday Giving Campaign for 2020! As the Executive Director of the American Preparatory Education Foundation (APEF), I met with the school Executive Team and together we have come up with a great gift idea for our staff members this year.

As you know, our teachers and staff have gone above and beyond to educate and care for our students during this remarkable year. We felt a special gift was in order, and we wanted something that would help us mark the uniqueness of the past year. So we designed a special, commemorative 2020 logo to go on a navy, zip-up jacket, that we hope to give to each staff member at APA. 

As you might imagine, this will be a more expensive gift than normal. Because we are unable to hold holiday parties and staff dinners due to COVID-19, the school has committed to use those funds to pay for a portion of the cost of the jacket.  I feel confident that our amazing APA families would be willing to partner with the Foundation on this gift as well, so I have committed us to raising as many dollars as possible to contribute to our teacher gifts. Please join me in making this vision a reality!

INVITATION:  We invite all our families to participate in supporting the holiday staff gift campaign by donating to the Holiday Gift Fund. In the past we’ve asked parents to contribute to the Holiday Giving Campaign by purchasing items like chocolates and roses for our teachers and staff. This year we’re asking for you to contribute to a gift that they will have for years to come!

Whatever your family is able to donate will be very much appreciated. Every dollar will help us make this gift a reality for our staff members. No donation is too small. You can make donations at https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/2020-holiday-giving-campaign. Anyone can donate, so if you have relatives who might enjoy the opportunity to bless a teacher this season, please invite them to do so. You may also leave cash or a check made out to APEF with your campus secretary.  

We have also created a way for you to be able to personalize your gift to specific staff members by writing a personalized note that will be given to your children’s teachers, or any staff members you choose.  In this way, your children’s teachers (or other staff members) will know that you have contributed to their gift.

We appreciate your support of our amazing teachers and staff.  THANK YOU!

Email 11.30.20 – Students Taking Materials Home

Dear Parents,

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving break. We are happy to be back at school with your students!

In the past several weeks, some of our students have been required to quarantine due to exposure to others with COVID-19, and we’ve learned a lot about how we can best support them during that time at home. We gather all their materials for pick up and provide links to online math and reading lessons. However, there is often a one or two day delay during which they can’t continue learning.

We have decided to have all students take home their groups materials (math & reading) every day, so that in the event of a quarantine, they can immediately work on math and reading from home. Within 24 hours, the teacher will gather the remaining materials and make them available at the reception desk for pick up.

Fortunately, the number of cases at our campus has been low, and we do not anticipate a school closure. We hope that having math and reading materials with the students will provide an easy transition in the event that anyone has to quarantine.

Please feel free to contact me with questions or concerns.

Thank you!

Emily Peery

Draper 2 Administrative Director

Holiday Giving Campaign 11.29.20

Dear APA Parents,

We are excited to announce the kick-off of the Annual Holiday Giving Campaign for 2020! As the Executive Director of the American Preparatory Education Foundation (APEF), I met with the school Executive Team and together we have come up with a great gift idea for our staff members this year.

As you know, our teachers and staff have gone above and beyond to educate and care for our students during this remarkable year. We felt a special gift was in order, and we wanted something that would help us mark the uniqueness of the past year. So we designed a special commemorative 2020 logo jacket that we hope to gift to each and every staff member at APA. It is a navy zip-up jacket, with this logo printed on the front:

As you might imagine, this will be a more expensive gift than normal. Because we are unable to hold holiday parties and staff dinners due to COVID-19, the school has committed to utilize those funds to pay for a portion of the cost of the jacket. And I felt confident that our amazing APA families would be willing to partner with the Foundation on this gift as well, so I have committed us to raising as many dollars as possible to contribute to our teacher gifts. Please join me in making this vision a reality!

INVITATION:  We invite all our families to participate in supporting the holiday staff gift campaign by donating to the Holiday Gift Fund. In the past we’ve asked parents to contribute to the Holiday Giving Campaign by purchasing items like chocolates and roses for our teachers and staff. This year we’re asking for you to contribute to a gift that they will have for years to come!

Whatever your family is able to donate will be very much appreciated. Every dollar will help us make this gift a reality for our staff members. No donation is too small. You can make donations at https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/2020-holiday-giving-campaign. Anyone can donate, so if you have relatives who might enjoy the opportunity to bless a teacher this season, please invite them to do so. You may also leave cash or a check made out to APEF with your campus secretary.

We have also created a way for you to be able to personalize your gift to specific staff members by writing a personalized note that will be given to your children’s teachers or the staff members that you choose.  In this way, your children’s teachers (or other staff members you choose) will know that you have contributed to their gift.

We appreciate your support of our amazing teachers and staff. THANK YOU!

If you have any questions or ideas to share, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Let’s make this a great success and see all our staff members with beautiful jackets this holiday season!

    Michelle Goudge, Executive Director

    American Preparatory Education Foundation

COVID Update 11.24.20

Hello APA families and staff members!

Here are our COVID numbers:
Elementary:  
Draper 1- Cases- 1, Quarantines-5
Draper 2- Cases- 8, Quarantines- 48
West Valley 1- Cases- 4, Quarantines- 103
West Valley 2 – Cases- 6, Quarantines- 72
Salem- Cases- 0 Cases, Quarantines- 22
ELC- Cases- 0 Cases, Quarantines- 4
Secondary:
Draper 3- Cases- 2, Quarantines- 47
West Valley 2 Cases- 10, Quarantines- 102
We appreciate all you are doing to keep our schools as safe as possible.
We hope you all have a wonderful holiday weekend!  
Carolyn Sharette
Executive Director
Cell: 801-808-3933