April 2026 Newsletter - Akron Preparatory School

April 2026 Newsletter (PDF)

✨ Dear Akron Prep Families,

Welcome back from Spring Break! We hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable week off.
Now that we are back in school, it’s officially test season. To support students, we will
have our Blitz Game on April 2nd from 1:00–3:00 PM, providing a fun and engaging way for
scholars to review key skills. Testing begins the week of April 6th and will conclude the first
week of May.

To help your scholar prepare at home, please:

Encourage an early bedtime around 8:00 PM, without distractions such as TV or
phones.
Ensure your student is eating a balanced dinner each night—more than just chips or
snacks.
Students should drink plenty of water throughout the day, which directly impacts
focus and performance.
Teachers will provide review materials for students to reference at home.

Kindergarten Enrollment is Open! Families can now sign up their incoming Kindergarten
students for the 2026–2027 school year. Please contact the front office for enrollment
forms and information.

Proof of Residency (POR) forms must be turned in by May 11th. Students who submit these
forms will be eligible to attend Field Day on May 12 (Rain Date: May 13). POR bills must be
from March or April 2026.

Promotion Ceremonies for Kindergarten, 5th, and 8th grades are scheduled for May 14.
Please be on the lookout for additional communication from your child’s teacher regarding
forms, payments, and other details.

Track Season begins April 6th. Dean Taylor will send information home this week. There
will be two track meets this season.

We appreciate your continued partnership in supporting our students’ success this spring.
Let’s work together to make this testing season productive, safe, and enjoyable for every
scholar.

With appreciation and commitment,

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

✅ PowerSchool Parent Portal – Check your students grades and attendance in real time. Information has been sent home with students. Reach out to teachers if not connected.

✅ ClassDojo and Talking Points – Make sure you are signed up. Information has been
sent home to assist with setup.

✅ State Law – Students needs to turn in their cellphones at the beginning of class. It’s a state law for them to not have a cell phone on them in class.

🌟 Expanded After-School Programming

Our after-school offerings now include Boys and Girls Club. Middle school students are
eligible to join. Families with three or more students can also enroll them in the program.

🧠 Excellence in Every Lesson

Our educators are preparing classrooms with intention and care. Through high-quality
instruction and real-time data, learning is engaging and impactful for every scholar.

📅 Important Dates to Remember

April 2 – Blitz Game, 1:00–3:00 PM
April 3 – No School
April 6 – Track Season begins & testing week starts
May 11 – Deadline to submit Proof of Residency forms
May 12 – Field Day (Rain Date: May 13)
May 14 – Promotion Ceremonies for Kindergarten, 5th, and 8th grades

Let’s Stay Connected
Questions or concerns? Please contact:
330-247-6232 jthompson@akronprep.org www.akronprep.org