I am a builder when I face obstacles with determination and positivity.

You may have heard of the incredible Bethany Hamilton. At age 13 she was a highly successful amateur surfer when she was attacked by a 14 foot Tiger shark, resulting in the complete loss of her left arm.  Incredibly, she was able to face this devastating loss with determination and immense hard work, returning to the sport she loved. Not only did she surf again, but she did so at the highest level, even beating the #1 ranked surfer in the world in one round of competition (and coming in third place overall). Her positive attitude has inspired countless people as she continues to surf, serve others, and enjoy her young family.  She is a great example of someone who has truly faced obstacles with determination and positivity!

 “I know life can be hard, but I’ve learned that even the biggest challenges and scariest fears can be overcome, no matter what you’re facing.”  Bethany Hamilton

Here is  our monthly “chew time” video:

Upcoming Events 

• April 26 – April 30 – Class Speech Festivals
• April 30 – Free Shoe Day for those with coupons
• April 30 – District Art Show at the WV-2 Campus
• April 30 – Fun Run Registration deadline
• April 30 – May 1 – The Little Mermaid Jr (Draper 3 Production)
• May 3 – Grades 4-6 Field Trips (wear full uniform and 4th grade, please pack a lunch)
• May 7 – Kindergarten Library Books Due
• May 7 Mid-term missing work deadline
• May 7 – Spirit Wear and Jeans Day
• Important Dates Through the End of the Year

Class Speech Festivals – April 26 to 30

https://draper2.americanprep.org/draper-2-campus-2021-speech-festival 

Free Shoe Day – April 30

For those who pre-registered for the Fun Run, bring your free shoe coupon and wear fun shoes!

Fun Run Registration – closes April 30

Sign up for the Fun Run Fundraiser: stay active, help others, and get an awesome t-shirt!  https://www.americanprepfoundation.org/2021funrun 

Musical Performances – The Little Mermaid Jr. – April 30 to May 1

Come see Draper 3’s award winning actors and actresses perform in this year’s musical, The Little Mermaid Jr! Performances will be in the gym at Draper 2. 

https://draper2.americanprep.org/draper-3-presents-the-little-mermaid-jr/

4-6 Grade Field Trips – May 3

Students should be in full uniform. 

• 4th grade students – must bring a sack lunch from home
• 5th grade students – having a pizza party, please watch for a Sign Up Genius
• 6th grade students – will eat at school, school lunches are available as ordered

Dance Team – Tickets on Sale April 26

 “Don’t Stop Dancin” as we celebrate a night with the APA dance department in concert – Friday Fay 14th and Saturday May 15th @ 7:00 pm in the D3 gym. It will be a celebration of dance and movement featuring our very own dance company, ballroom dance company, and other exciting guest performers.

Tickets go live April 26th and are $5.00 for reserved seating in advance or available at the door for an additional fee.  http://our.show/apadanceandballroom

District Art Show – April 30 to May 1

• Friday, April 30th from 5:00-8:00 pm
• Saturday May 1st from 10:00 am-12:00 pm. 
• WV2 Campus, High School Cafeteria
• 3636 W 3100 S, West Valley

Teachers from each campus have selected their best artwork in each grade. This is a juried competition with awards and prizes.  Our judges this year are Stefanie Eskander: A toy designer for 40 years, Stefanie graduated with a BFA in illustration from BYU and has worked for most of the major toy companies in addition to being a children’s illustrator and graphic designer. She has exhibited her digital fine art in the Springville Museum of Art, the Covey Center for the Arts, and the All-Utah State show. We are also excited to welcome Lacey McClure. Lacey received her bachelor’s degree in drawing and printmaking at Arizona State University. She has served on the Gilbert Visual Art league board and has won several awards for her art submissions. Now, Lacey donates art and time to the public library and elementary school in Saratoga Springs. 

Off-Campus Testing

If your student was given uniform items from the office, please wash and return them to us.

Parent Advisory Committee Elections – D2 Campus

We have 2 Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) positions opening up for the 2021-2022 school year. PAC participates with the administration in developing the Annual School Plan, in deciding how the Land Trust monies will be spent, and other matters important to our students at American Preparatory Academy. Parents of students who are employed 6 or more hours per week at the school are disqualified from participating as an elected parent.

The PAC generally meets 3-4 times per year. Members of the PAC will be expected to participate in all of these meetings so that a quorum may be present to conduct business.  There are no term limits, so long as an elected parent has students enrolled in the school, is actively participating, and wishes to continue to do so. If you are interested, please contact Rebecca Dailey, landtrust@apamail.org no later than Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 4pm.  

Please include:

• Your name
• The campus you are running for
• Your students name and grade
• Your phone number and email address 
• A short (70 words or less) paragraph on why you are interested in being on the committee.  

We are holding elections at more than one campus, so it will be very important that you note in your email which campus’ PAC you are running.  The ballot link will go home as the last page of the May 14 newsletter. Each family may vote for 2 candidates, as we have 2 openings.  Ballots must be submitted online before 4:00 pm on May 19th. The candidate who receives the most votes will be posted in the May 21st newsletter.

Order Class Photos, Individual Photos, and Yearbooks 

https://draper2.americanprep.org/pictures-and-yearbooks/

Curriculum Policy Reminder (end 4.19.21)

https://draper2.americanprep.org/curriculum-policy-reminder/

School Fees and Fee Waiver Information

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