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!
Hikes are a fun way to connect with other Athenian parents. Please sign up here for our first hike of the school year at the Lafayette Reservoir and to learn about future hikes with the APA Hike Group. All are welcome! Questions? Please email apawalks@gmail.com.
Please save the date of Tuesday, October 8, at 7pm, for the APA Book Group's first meeting of the year! We will discuss Isabel Wilkerson's The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America's Great Migration, a critically acclaimed masterwork that chronicles one of the great untold stories of American history: the decades-long migration of black citizens who fled the South for northern and western cities, in search of a better life. All Athenian parents and caregivers are welcome (email us at apa4books@gmail.com to be added to our email list).