About

OUR STORY

The American Prep story began in 2002 with a small group of dedicated parents who wanted better opportunities for their children. 20 years later, American Preparatory Academy has become an award-winning public charter school, now serving over 5,000 students at six campuses in Utah.

2023 marks our 20th year as a tuition-free public charter school with Draper, Salem, and two Title 1 campuses in West Valley City. Click here to see the timeline of our school expansion.

OUR MISSION

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.

GOVERNING BOARD

TED HEAP

CHAIR (AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER)


Bio / Qualifications theap@apamail.org

TED HEAP

CHAIR (AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER)


Bio / Qualifications theap@apamail.org

TED HEAP

CHAIR (AUDIT COMMITTEE MEMBER)


Bio / Qualifications theap@apamail.org

EXECUTIVE TEAM

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Testimonials

CAROLYN SHARETTE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Thanks to Carolyn’s tireless efforts, the American Preparatory Academies have successfully prepared students for whatever may meet them in the future. She organized the original board of parents in 2002, and it was her vision that led the schools to West Valley, Las Vegas, and even Zambia, Africa. She has continued to give her time, her expertise, and her heart to the APA schools.