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!
"What to Expect When You're Expecting...Menopause," with special guest, Dr. Leah Millheiser.
Dr. Millheiser directs the female sexual medicine program at the Stanford University School of Medicine and is an expert on menopause, and the mother of two Athenian students. Dr. Millheiser will lead a discussion of the hot topics of current menopause treatment, including HRT to empower you to live your best life.
If you want to read in advance, we will be focusing our discussion on ESTROGEN MATTERS: Why Taking Hormones in Menopause Can Improve Women's Well-Being and Lengthen Their Lives--Without Raising the Risk of Breast Cancer, by Avrum Bluming, MD, and Carol Tavris, PhD.
APA President: Leslie Widmann APA Vice President, Community Events: Suzanne Havens Beckman APA Vice President, Community Enrichment: Julianna Velthoen APA Secretary: Maryann Amado APA Treasurer: Angela Shiu APA MS Coordinator: Trish Singleton APA US Coordinator: Rochelle Williams APA Spiritwear Coordinators: Colleen McClure and Marcy Golden
Middle School Grade Representatives:
6th Grade
Abby Boston Meeta Sinha
7th Grade
Jen Sabo Aneta McGarry
8th Grade
Leah Millheiser Maegan Puleo Warehouse
Upper School Grade Representatives:
9th Grade
Elizabeth Santos
10th Grade
Abby Boston
11th Grade
Amanda Walter
12th Grade
Quynh Tran
To contact the APA, you may also email apa@zzpdl.com.