Upcoming Events
Wednesday, Sept 2nd Early Dismissal 12:15/12:30/12:45 pm
Wednesday, Sept 2nd Off Campus DIBELS testing 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Thursday, Sept 3rd 6th Grade Take Flight Event 12:00 – 2:15 pm
Friday, Sept. 4th Spirit Wear Day
Monday, Sept. 4th No School – Labor Day
Monday, Sept 14th College Fair Presentations 8:00 – 3:00 pm
Friday, Sept 18th College Fair Presentations 8:00 – 3:00 pm
Upcoming Events
Early Dismissal – September 2
We will be conducting DIBELS testing with our Off Campus learners, and so will be dismissing early this day.
- Purple 11:50 am – AM Kindergarten students without siblings
- Yellow 12:15
- Blue 12:30
- Red 12:45 pm
- Buses will leave at 12:25 pm and arrive 3 hours earlier than usual bus schedule is posted here – https://www.americanprep.org/bus-program/
Off Campus Students – DIBELS Testing – September 2
All Off Campus students must come to the school for DIBELS tests. You will receive a sign-up genius link from a homeroom teacher.
Take Flight Event – 6th Grade Ambassador Program – September 3
All sixth grade students will participate in our Take Flight Ambassador Event, and then be dismissed at the end of our last dismissal. We would LOVE to have parent volunteers to help sanitize each station in between rotations and help at our food station as well. Please sign up here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go /10C0444AFAE29ABFC1-take1
We have adjusted the time of our events so carpool will function normally. Please come at your normally scheduled time.
Spirit Wear Friday – September 4
On the first Friday of every month, students and staff can show their American Prep spirit by wearing Spirit Wear items on top with regular Friday dress on bottom. Items can be from previous fundraising events or can be purchased through our Spirit Store.
https://www.americanprep.org/product-category/spirit-wear/
August Builders Theme – Be a Builder
The founders of our school memorized poetry growing up and we have incorporated this tradition into our school. Memorizing poetry is good for the brain and the heart. When we call ourselves “Builders” we are referencing the ideas and intentions of the attached “Builders” poem. At American Prep, all of our students and staff memorize the poem. Take some time to read it, and see if you can memorize it with your students. Click here to view the Builders Poem.
From the Academic Office
On Wednesday Sept 2nd, our off campus students are scheduled to complete the first of three DIBELS reading assessments. DIBELS is an acronym for Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills. We use this data to identify the best way to help our students acquire the necessary reading skills for success in school.
From the Administrative Office
Governor’s Order Regarding Masks
https://draper2.americanprep.org /governors-orders-regarding-masks/
Substitute Teachers Needed
We are looking for APA parents to become substitute teachers for our schools! We have found that our amazing parents make the very best substitute teachers! They know the “APA way” and love our students, which are the two most important traits of a successful substitute teacher! We provide all training, and the pay is $80-90 per day. This is a great time of year to become a substitute teacher – save up for those holiday plans in advance. We provide in-depth, paid training so you will feel comfortable in your duties. APA is a FUN place to work! We’d love to have you on our team!
Maybe you can only commit to one day per week – that would be fine with us! Or, work every day – whatever suits your schedule! We need substitute teachers every day and we would really appreciate your help. Also, please tell your family members and friends about this opportunity!
Apply online today! https://www.americanprep.org/careers/
School Lunch
You can order lunch for September NOW: Click Here to Order
YOU MUST ORDER 48 hours in advance. The DEADLINE to order for MONDAY, AUGUST 31st is Saturday, August 29th 11:59 p.m.
Please click on the BLUE tab (Regular or Vegetarian). The grey tab is NOTE ONLY (explains what the menu item is for the day)! If you forgot your password try 1234. Otherwise, email lunch@apamail.org and we will reset it for you.
REMINDER: Please apply for Free and Reduced Lunch for 2019-2020. A new application must be submitted every year. Online Application 2019-2020 On-line Lunch Application
Yearbook Photos Needed
Believe it or not, we are already starting to think about how we want our Yearbook to be laid out and we would love to have a page celebrating everyone’s arrival back at school! If you have any pictures dropping off your student(s) this week, please email them to Mrs. Carman at mcarman@apamail.com!
Skyward – New Software for Families
We are excited to use Skyward to track attendance, submit Wellness Checks, and update information. Click here for more information https://draper2.americanprep.org/skyward-for-parents/
Character Development Corner – Mandy Brown
College Fair Event
Calling all volunteers! Help us at our COLLEGE FAIR!
Our annual college fair has become a wonderful tradition which is only possible because of our AMAZING PARENT VOLUNTEERS that day! Did you love your college experience? Do you have a career you are passionate about? Then you would be PERFECT to join in this year!
Dates:
- MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14th – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
- FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th – 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
https://www.signupgenius.com/go /10C0444AFAE29ABFC1-college4
**You will be doing a seven-minute presentation/interactive experience 3 times in one hour (for 3 different classes who rotate in) So for example, a pediatrician who graduated from the U might bring a Utah flag, a Utah t-shirt, and have a stethoscope, a blood pressure cuff, and a roll of stickers to give away. **it is not required that you give something away at your presentation!** At your presentation, you could have a demonstration, a game, or anything else to show a group of approximately 20 kids (one class) in our large upstairs multipurpose room. Searching “pinterest” or “google” you can find a lot of great ideas. (You will present to about 60 kids during one hour)
More ideas here:https://www.sparksinslp.com/college-and-career-exploration.html
Thank you, it’s going to be a memorable and valuable event for our kids!
Parent Ambassador Club
We are working on how we are launching this under our state guidelines with COVID-19, but please watch the newsletter for details about this exciting new club where we will learn together, get trained for exclusive volunteer opportunities, and grow our parent community to be stronger than ever! ALL are welcome!!
Math Superstars-Math Kangaroo International Competition Winners
Our Draper 2 campus served as the largest testing site in Utah for the International Math Kangaroo Competition this past spring. Congratulations to the following students that achieved the following state and national placements:
Aditi Nagalingam 2nd grade State Rank 2 National Rank 4
Sivani Sivanarayanan 2nd grade State Rank 7 National Rank 17
Aashita Mandiwal 3rd Grade State Rank 1 National Rank 4
Adwita Mandiwal 3rd Grade State Rank 2 National Rank 8
Carson Drage 3rd Grade State Rank 5 National Rank 16
Tanvi Ankireddipalli 4th Grade State Rank 2 National Rank 6
Arjun Mahajan 4th Grade State Rank 3 National Rank 8
Yuvaan Agarwal 4th Grade State Rank 6 National Rank 18
Vaishnavi Kothamasu 5th Grade State Rank 3 National Rank 19
Wilson St. Martin 6th Grade State Rank 2 National Rank 18
American Preparatory Education Foundation
Michelle Goudge, Executive Director
e: mgoudge@americanprepfoundation.org | p: 801.661.1928
www.facebook.com/pg /americanprepfoundation
www.americanprepfoundation.org
OUR FOUNDATION
I hope that you had an opportunity to watch the parent orientation video that was sent out last week. I explained a little bit about our Foundation and what we do. If you haven’t watched it yet, I encourage you to do so. And to learn more about our Foundation, please visit our website at the address above.
FRENCH TOAST MASKS FOR ALL STUDENTS
French Toast, the company that makes so many of our school uniforms, has graciously donated masks for all of our students. The French Toast APA store can be found at
https://www.frenchtoast.com/schoolbox /schools/American-Preparatory-Academy-QS47EW6. We appreciate their support!
