In addition to having some of the best and brightest students in NC, Apex also has an amazing mayor with the best and brightest gold shoes! Mayor Jacques Gilbert will be serving as Master of Ceremonies for Are You Smarter than an Apex Student?
We are thrilled to announce details of the 2023-24 APSF Grant Program!
We are pleased to share that we will be offering a new grant writing workshop for WCPSS educators and staff. This workshop will provide tips and techniques to help applicants navigate the APSF grant application process. Presenters will also provide insight on how to most effectively approach some of the more challenging questions asked of applicants. There will also be an opportunity for a Q&A session.
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 6th at 7-8 pm.
Location: Virtual Meeting (link to be provided September 5th for those who pre-register)
Pre-registration is required to receive the virtual meeting link.
For those who cannot make the live session, the workshop will be recorded & posted on our website .
Finding the perfect balance between a carefree, relaxing summer and making sure your kids are invested in summer learning and ready for the upcoming school year is a challenge! As a parent, you don't want your child to enter the next grade unprepared, but you also don't want to spend the summer serving as an academic taskmaster. So what's a concerned parent to do this summer?It is possible for your K-12 child to enjoy a fun summer and enter next year prepared. Educational Connections Founder Ann Dolin, M.Ed., will show you how! In this workshop for Apex Schools, you will learn how to:
Plan interactive, age-appropriate summer activities so fun that your child won't even realize they're learning
Help your student fill in learning gaps by incorporating (online and offline) math, reading, and writing into your family's summer routine
Set "micro goals" with your student to uncover what they want to learn this summer
Ask powerful questions to open the lines of communication to avoid the parent/child conflict around academics
Ensure your child has the right mindset and support system to overcome challenges in the next grade level
Addiction to technology is real and is considered by experts to be a driver of the mental health crisis we see impacting youth today.
In addition to having some of the best and brightest students in NC, Apex also has an amazing mayor with the best and brightest gold shoes! Mayor Jacques Gilbert will be serving as Master of Ceremonies for Are You Smarter than an Apex Student?
2022 Downtown Apex Autumn Adventure - Downtown Apex merchants are puzzled, and they need you and your crew to help! Sign up to find clues posted on participating storefront windows throughout Salem Street, solve the riddles, and submit your answers online for a chance to win some great prizes from local vendors. Register now to participate in this family-friendly group activity that is fun for all ages!
It’s hard to know how your child is impacted by a traumatic event in our nation or community unless you talk to them. But what’s the best way to start the conversation? Laura Politte, MD, a psychiatrist with WakeMed Mental Health & Well-Being helps parents navigate those difficult conversations with children of all ages. Join us for this FREE webinar for parents and caregivers. Affiliation with Apex-area schools is not required, webinar is open to all. Spanish translation will be provided.
More information including video recording
Applications are now open for the 2022-23 APSF Teacher Grant program! Be sure to submit your application by November 1, 2022. Grants will be awarded in the Spring
Join WakeMed’s Manager of Behavioral Health and Director of Spiritual Care Services for a conversation to promote understanding of mental health, self-harm and suicide prevention. Dr. Jessica Tomasula and Rev. Jeremy Gilmore will provide accurate and helpful information for parents and care givers.
Transitioning back to school in a time of physical distancing and masks is hard. It can be stressful and anxiety provoking for students and parents alike. With schools opening up for in-person learning again, it is increasingly important for parents and guardians to be attuned to their child’s mental health and wellness. Parents and guardians can help children by planning the transition, making strong connections, and re-establishing routines. With the right support and access to local resources, children can adjust, make new friends, learn new things, and thrive socially and emotionally. Dr. Laura Politte will discuss the broad impact of COVID-19 on mental health, how to recognize the signs of anxiety, and share strategies parents can easily use to support their children’s mental health as they transition back to school.
It’s hard to know how your child is impacted by a traumatic event in our nation or community unless you talk to them. But what’s the best way to start the conversation? Laura Politte, MD, a psychiatrist with WakeMed Mental Health & Well-Being helps parents navigate those difficult conversations with children of all ages. Join us for this FREE webinar for parents and caregivers. Affiliation with Apex-area schools is not required, webinar is open to all.
