Ambassadors Preparatory Academy 5001 Avenue U Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: (409)762-1115 Fax: (409)762-1114

Ambassadors Preparatory Academy is dedicated to preparing its students to be avid readers and writers, problem solvers, and lifelong learners who are equipped to succeed in the 21st century. The students’ parents are partners in education. Along with many interested members of the Galveston community, they provide the support necessary to guide the students to reach their fullest potential.

Ambassadors Preparatory Academy serves students in kindergarten through grade five. The school day begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m.

The academy's academic program focuses on oral as well as written language development. Reading, language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies make up the core curriculum. Spanish, art, music, and physical education classes supplement the basic program. All students have meaningful access to technology in the computer laboratory and in the classroom.

All of Ambassador Academy's students, regardless of ability level, are challenged by high academic and behavioral expectations. Character development is a very important component of the school's program. Students are encouraged to take control of and be responsible for their own behavior. In addition, through instruction and modeling, the school addresses such interpersonal interactions as engaging in positive, polite conversation and using good table manners.

Ambassadors Preparatory Academy’s commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom. On a regular basis, the students gather to meet with members of the community to learn about and discuss these guests’ areas of expertise. Field trips are a regular part of the program, as are such extracurricular activities as chess club, yoga class, and scouting.

For more information, please call me at (409) 762-1115 or email me at pawill@apagalv.org.

Family of Communities United in Service (FOCUS), Inc. is the sponsoring entity for Ambassadors Preparatory Academy. FOCUS is a non-profit corporation for the state of Texas.

The Corporation is organized for the following charitable purposes:

• To provide excellence in education within the community
• To provide multifaceted educational experiences and fundamental opportunities to at risk students
• To provide youth with meaningful educational experiences
• To provide parents with the personal qualities and values needed to become successful parents and role models.

From Bolivar Peninsula:
Starting from Crystal Beach, travel approximately 10.7 miles to the Bolivar Ferry. Upon exiting the Ferry, take Ferry Road (SR-87) approximately 1.4 miles to Seawall Boulevard. Bear right onto Seawall Boulevard. Soon Seawall Boulevard merges into Broadway. Turn left (south) onto 6th St. (University Blvd.) and immediately bear right (southwest) onto Seawall Boulevard. Travel west along Seawall Blvd. for approximately 3 miles, and turn right onto 45 Street. Travel approximately .1 mile to Avenue U. Turn left onto Avenue U, and travel approximately .3 miles to 5001 Avenue U, which will be on your left.