Athenian Parent Association (APA)

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All parents and guardians of Athenian students are members of the Athenian Parent Association (APA), which works to support the school’s mission of intellectual exploration and meaningful contribution. The APA promotes a strong sense of community by facilitating communication between the parent body and the school. We host speakers, serve as a resource to parents, and encourage volunteerism. APA leaders and volunteers play a vital role in coordinating and running school events, which have historically included International Night, family potluck socials, faculty and staff appreciation luncheons, and celebrations of student milestones. 
 
To stay informed about APA activities and to find out about opportunities to volunteer, read the Weekly every Friday, and come to our regularly scheduled all-parent meetings. All-parent meetings inform parents of volunteer, social, and community-building opportunities. 

For example, Athenian's successful and active Book Club and Walking Group allow parents to build lasting connections and contribute to the greater Athenian community. Our goal is to have families find many ways to get involved, and we look forward to seeing your energy in our community!

APA Events

List of 4 events.

  • Aug
    14

    APA Parent Potluck: Oakland Area

    The Athenian Parent Association (APA) is happy to invite you to attend a back-to-school potluck! These potlucks are community-building events for Athenian parents and guardians to meet and reconnect with new and returning families before school begins. Note: these are adult only (parent/guardian) events. 
     
    The APA has planned potlucks at family homes throughout the East Bay, with locations listed below. You are welcome to attend any event. Please choose the date and location most convenient for you and kindly RSVP at least four days prior. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. Each event link will include more details including the home address, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, and any necessary parking instructions.  
     
    Oakland/ Alameda/ Berkeley
    Thursday, August 14, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
  • Aug
    14

    APA Parent Potluck: Livermore Area

    Dear Athenian Families:

    The Athenian Parent Association (APA) is happy to invite you to attend a back-to-school potluck! These potlucks are community-building events for Athenian parents and guardians to meet and reconnect with new and returning families before school begins. Note: these are adult only (parent/guardian) events. 
     
    The APA has planned potlucks at family homes throughout the East Bay, with locations listed below. You are welcome to attend any event. Please choose the date and location most convenient for you and kindly RSVP at least four days prior. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. Each event link will include more details including the home address, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, and any necessary parking instructions.  

    Dublin/Livermore
    Thursday, August 14, 6:00 - 8:00 PM
     
     
  • Aug
    15

    APA Parent Potluck: Lamorinda Area

    Dear Athenian Families:

    The Athenian Parent Association (APA) is happy to invite you to attend a back-to-school potluck! These potlucks are community-building events for Athenian parents and guardians to meet and reconnect with new and returning families before school begins. Note: these are adult only (parent/guardian) events. 
     
    The APA has planned potlucks at family homes throughout the East Bay, with locations listed below. You are welcome to attend any event. Please choose the date and location most convenient for you and kindly RSVP at least four days prior. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. Each event link will include more details including the home address, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, and any necessary parking instructions.  
     
     
    Lamorinda
    Friday, August 15, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

     
  • Aug
    21

    APA Parent Potluck: Blackhawk/Diablo

    Dear Athenian Families:

    The Athenian Parent Association (APA) is happy to invite you to attend a back-to-school potluck! These potlucks are community-building events for Athenian parents and guardians to meet and reconnect with new and returning families before school begins. Note: these are adult only (parent/guardian) events. 
     
    The APA has planned potlucks at family homes throughout the East Bay, with locations listed below. You are welcome to attend any event. Please choose the date and location most convenient for you and kindly RSVP at least four days prior. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. Each event link will include more details including the home address, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, and any necessary parking instructions.  
     

    Blackhawk 
    Thursday, August 21, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

     
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To contact the APA, please email apa@athenian.org.

24 - 25 APA Leadership

Board Members:
APA President: Suzanne Havens Beckman
Community Enrichment: Julianna Velthoen
APA Secretary: Trish Singleton
APA Treasurer: Anita Luu
Community Events: Jennifer Shaw
APA MS Co-Coordinator: Sandy Devoto
APA MS Co-Coordinator: Anu Ubhi
APA US Co-Coordinator: Kelly Rogers
APA US Co-Coordinator: Carli Kyles
APA Book Group Coordinators: Sharon Gandhi, Erin O'Donohue
APA Hiking Group Coordinators: Michelle Killian, Traci Huahn, Megan Ware
APA Spiritwear Coordinators: Anneliese Bjannes, Summer Lee

Middle School Grade Representatives:
6th Grade
 
7th Grade
Sharon Wu
Kelly Rafferty 
 
8th Grade

Upper School Grade Representatives:
9th Grade
 
10th Grade
 
11th Grade
 
12th Grade
Olga Larner

To contact the APA, you may also email apa@athenian.org.