July 2025 Newsletter
July 2025 Newsletter (PDF)
✨ A Warm Welcome from Principal Thompson
Dear Akron Prep Families,
Can you believe we’re less than 40 days away from the first day of school? We’re counting down the days with excitement as we prepare for another amazing year of learning, growth, and community.
We’re especially thrilled to welcome our new families into the AKP family—you are joining a school filled with care, commitment, and pride. And to our returning families, we can’t wait to see your smiling faces back in the building.
This year holds so much promise, and we are honored to walk this journey with you. We will start to send out communication every week until school starts. If you have any questions, feel free to call us. Enjoy these last few weeks of summer—we’ll see you very soon!
With excitement,
Jon Thompson
Principal
Akron Preparatory School
🎯 Our Mission: The Akron Prep Promise
We are committed to growing every student:
- Academically through rigorous and engaging instruction
- Culturally through inclusive practices and meaningful traditions
- Socially through strong relationships and emotional support
Every child who walks through our doors will be seen, loved, supported, and safe.
🔔 What’s New & What’s Back
✅ Free Uniforms for New Students
Stop by or call the front office for details!
✅ Updated Uniform Guidelines
Full guidelines available in the Family Handbook.
📚Book Bag Giveaway
We’re excited to share that during our Back-to-School Night, we will be hosting a bookbag giveaway for our students! Stop by to pick up supplies and get everything you need to start the year strong.
🌟 Expanded After-School Programming
Now featuring:
- Academic tutoring
- Student enrichment clubs
- Social-emotional support groups
- Mentorship for both boys and girls
🧠💡 Excellence in Every Lesson
Our passionate educators are already preparing classrooms with intentionality and care. With high-quality instruction and real-time data, we’re making learning exciting—and helping students reach their full potential.
📅 Important Dates to Remember
🎈 Kids Fest Akron
Friday, July 19th @ Hawkins Park
- Free Haircuts & Braiding
- Free Back-to-School Supplies
- Bounce houses and Game Truck
- Food
🏫 Meet the Teacher & Back-to-School Bash
Thursday, August 14, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Meet your child’s teacher
- Tour the building
- Get excited for the year ahead!
📚 First Day of School
Monday, August 18, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Be sure your child arrives on time, ready to learn, lead, and shine!
💬 Let’s Stay Connected
Questions or concerns? Contact me anytime:
📞 330-247-6232
📧 jthompson@akronprep.org
🌐 www.akronprep.org
