American Prep is a classical-liberal arts school with an aim to educate both the minds and hearts of our students. Human flourishing is the goal of classical education. Our program strongly focuses on rigorous academics, virtuous character development, and college preparation. Click here to learn more about the APA Philosophy and what makes an APA education so important. (more…)
The American Prep story began in 2002 with a small group of dedicated parents who envisioned a school for their children that would help them to flourish and be happy people, and who would grow up and support America’s democratic republic as well-informed citizens. 20 years later, we are still excited every day to see our happy students grow and achieve. American Preparatory Academy has become an award-winning public charter school, now serving over 5,000 students at six campuses in Utah.
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Our school’s mission is to provide a classical, liberal arts education through an orderly, safe and nurturing learning environment wherein content-rich, efficient curriculum and research-based instructional methodologies are utilized to ensure that every student achieves academic success and develops good character based on concrete measurements.
Catherine has an incredible background in social dance, character building, and service. She brings all of that to the American Prep family. Our teachers and students learn about etiquette, dance, and courtesy in the programs she has developed. Thanks to those programs, our students learn how to change the world for the better.
Casey Crellin has hands-on experience in financial and management leadership from startup to Fortune 500’s across a variety of domestic and international for-profit industries. After having lived in the Bay Area and Colorado, Casey is grateful to be back in Utah, climbing the education and regulation learning curve, and supporting outstanding students, educators, and innovators at American Preparatory Academy – where integrity and aspirational ideas matter. Casey is inspiring to those he works with and often says, “I love to work, work to live, and live to enjoy family and outdoor adventures near and far!”
Tim was one of the original parents and founders of American Prep. He met Carolyn in 2002 at a city meeting as a concerned citizen. Tim is responsible for the smooth operations of all American Prep schools. Tim’s calm demeanor and approachable personality allows him to be successful at his job, not to mention his tireless efforts working from sunrise to sunset at the school.
