Mainstream education
A traditional academic path within the Elementary, Middle or High School core groups.
Fully accredited K-12 school
Now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year.
American Preparatory Academy is a fully accredited, bilingual and inclusive school where students thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
Admissions assistance: info@apaacademy.com
954.434.8936
Where every student belongsSmall class-size, personalized attention
American Preparatory Academy
Education built around each student.
APA serves all students, including ESC students, with a bilingual program and an inclusive, small-class learning environment.
Reinforcement & accommodations
Additional academic reinforcement and accommodation for specific learning styles and abilities.
Self-contained classroom
Focused support for students who benefit from a smaller cluster group and life-skills development.
About American Preparatory Academy
An inclusive school community where every student belongs.
American Preparatory Academy is a neurodiversity-inclusive school. We support students who need reinforcement in specific academic areas or accommodations that fit their learning styles and abilities.
✓ Fully accredited private K-12 school
✓ Bilingual program and small class-size environment
✓ Restorative practice, mindfulness and mental-health support
Our story, mission & philosophy
Peace of mind for parents. A complete school experience for students.
American Preparatory Academy has grown with the mission of offering students and parents all-encompassing services in one place. The school works to develop new tools and improve the environment for students, parents, faculty and staff.
Its mission is to serve the comprehensive needs of all students and give parents peace of mind through inclusive services. APA’s philosophy is to help students become better citizens and professionals, strengthening equality principles and the confidence to strive for excellence.
“To help students appreciate diverse cultures and become global citizens, while giving them the tools for successful professional development.”
Administration & faculty
The people supporting APA families.
School Principal
Financial Manager
Office Manager
Faculty & support team
- Maria Cristina FortiqueElementary ESE
- Yocasta AbreuElementary K-3
- Virginia MouradMiddle & High School ESE
- Clara PolancoElementary Co-Teacher
- David FrancisMiddle & High School Social Studies
- Veronica ColmenaresElementary 2nd-5th Grade
- Peter ReiboldMiddle & High School English & Language Arts
- Tracey RossLanguage Arts, Reading & Social Studies
- Yoy KureEnglish, Reading & Life Skills
- Patricia SalazarMiddle & High School Electives
- Kayode SalisuMiddle & High School Math
- Anamaria PaezMusic Teacher
- Williams ManzanaresPhysical Education
- Diana SaltosMental Health Coach & Physical Education
For faculty and staff email information, contact info@apaacademy.com.
Admissions
A clearer path from first question to first day.
Speak directly with the admissions team for the current application, tuition schedule, scholarship guidance and international-student requirements.
Application process
Request the current application, required-document checklist and enrollment steps for the 2026-2027 school year.
Request applicationTuition & scholarships
Receive the updated fee schedule and guidance for HOPE, Step Up UA and Step Up EO scholarships.
Request current feesInternational students
Contact APA for the current I-20 process, requirements and admissions support for international families.
Ask about I-20Student & parent resources
Everything families need, grouped where they expect to find it.
Outdated pages and duplicate links have been removed. Items awaiting updated school documents remain clearly identified so families are not sent to unverified legacy pages.
Student resources
Academic calendar →Student handbook & mandatory reporting →Uniform information Update pendingClassroom supply list will be available soon NewTutoring / office hours Update pendingParent resources
PTO — apapto@apaacademy.com →Parent information →Forms: field trips, service hours & application →Uniforms, lunch & payments →Community service hours School detailsAdditional programs
Dual enrollment & FLVS School detailsAPA-YMCA aftercare →S.T.E.P. program School detailsSummer camp & summer school School detailsAlumni program School detailsRequest program information →First stop for APA families
2026-2027 calendar and school news.
Old calendar and event links have been removed. The school can publish the approved calendar and weekly Morning Announcements here without duplicating information.
School calendar 2026-2027 Current year
NEW2026
First day of school
The confirmed date and arrival instructions will be posted with the approved calendar.
W1APA
First-week requirements
Uniform, supply and arrival reminders will be published for enrolled families.
AMWEEKLY
School News / Morning Announcements
One current-year news stream for events, activities and important reminders.
Frequently needed information
Clear answers for families.
Request the current application and fee schedule from admissions, or call 954.434.8936 to schedule a personalized tour.
Use the Payment Center for registration, tuition, lunch, uniforms, field trips, PTO membership, graduation, transcripts and other approved school charges.
Aftercare runs on school days from dismissal at 2:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It includes snack, homework, social development or mindfulness, physical activity and project-based learning.
APA accepts Step Up for Students scholarships. Families can discuss accommodations and learning needs with the school team during enrollment.
Online payments
One clear payment center for every school need.
Payment categories are organized in one place. Updated fees and the official online payment method will be confirmed by APA before a live payment action is enabled.
Tuition & registration
Registration, tuition, parent community-service hours, testing, graduation, transcripts and replacement diplomas.
Student purchases
Lunch program, uniforms, field trips, recycled T-shirts, Field Day and other approved student activities.
PTO & giving
PTO membership, fundraising and donations. For PTO questions, email apapto@apaacademy.com.
Contact PTO
Programs & accreditation
Important information for every APA family.
APA-YMCA Aftercare
Aftercare is a weekly full-fee ($65) program partnered with the YMCA. Only children registered with the YMCA/APA aftercare may attend. The program maintains a 1:10 ratio and is provided every day students are required to attend school.
- No prorated rate applies when a child attends one day in a school week.
- Parents may pay with money order, cashier’s check or YMCA parent profile online payment.
- For more information, contact YMCA Program Director Cristina Fernandez-Siman at 954-623-555 Ext. 1223 or cfsisman@ymcasouthflorida.org.
Accreditation & scholarships
American Prep Academy is a fully accredited private school by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF), recognized by the Florida Association of Academic Nonpublic Schools and a Charter Member of the National Council for Private School Accreditation.
Families enrolling students under the FES-UA scholarship should note that APA accommodates students with disabilities under federal and local law; the school team is available to discuss the accommodations that may be needed.
American Preparatory Academy
Let’s connect with your family.
Call 954.434.8936 or email info@apaacademy.com. Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.