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
    12

    APA Parent Potluck: Oakland

     
    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. You are welcome to attend any event.  Please kindly RSVP at least four days prior to the event. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. See the invite link above for location specifics. 
  • Aug
    16

    APA Parent Potluck: Hayward

    RSVP for Hayward

    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. You are welcome to attend any event.  Please kindly RSVP at least four days prior to the event. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. See the invite link above for location specifics. 
      
     
     
     
  • Aug
    22

    APA Parent Potluck: Livermore

    RSVP for Livermore

    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. You are welcome to attend any event.  Please kindly RSVP at least four days prior to the event. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. See the invite link above for location specifics. 
  • Aug
    23

    APA Parent Potluck: Danville

    RSVP for Danville

    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. You are welcome to attend any event.  Please kindly RSVP at least four days prior to the event. 
     
    We are grateful to our hosts for opening their homes. See the invite link above for location specifics. 
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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: Maryann Amado
APA Treasurer: Angela Shiu
Community Events: Jennifer Shaw
APA MS Co-Coordinator: Meeta Sinha
APA MS Co-Coordinator: Anu Ubhi
APA US Co-Coordinator: Lori Anders 
APA US Co-Coordinator: Kelly Rogers
APA Boarder Buddies Coordinators: Sheetal Shah, Sapna Tandon
APA Book Group Coordinators: Sharon Gandhi, Julie Dandliker
APA Hiking Group Coordinator: Megan Ware 
APA Spiritwear Coordinators: Bliss German, Jeff Iwasaki

Middle School Grade Representatives:
6th Grade
 
7th Grade
 
8th Grade

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

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