Athletics Home / Student Life / Athletics Beyond the Classroom At Van Avery Prep, sports are an important part of student life. Playing sports helps our students develop physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. We have a large gym, turf field, and sports court. Everyone is welcome to join, no matter how much they know about sports. All Eagle athletic programs have specific goals: Create a positive and competitive experience for every athlete Provide a space that ensures high ethical standards and expectations for fairness, equity, and sportsmanship for all athletes and coaches Enhance our student’s overall school experience by allowing them to develop relationships with peers outside the classroom Building Blocks for Success Playing sports help our students learn commitment, teamwork, resilience, communication, and perseverance. These skills don’t just help in sports—they help in life, too! At Van Avery Prep, our competitive athletics begin in 6th grade. We focus on the team experience, skill development, fair play, and healthy competition. Our students compete against other children in both public and private schools. VAP Athletics Cares We want every child to have a chance to play sports. Our program is designed for individual or team sports that help our children grow strong, think smart, and make new friends. At our school, students may take part in flag football, volleyball, cross country, basketball, track and field, soccer, and cheerleading. Parents As Their First Fan Did you know that the biggest influence on children who play sports isn’t their coach or friends? It’s you—their parents and guardians! The way you cheer, support, and talk to your child can help them feel excited, confident, and happy about playing sports. It can even impact how long they stay involved in sports. At our private school, we love when our parents come to games and cheer for their children. Along with team sports, we also have a wonderful physical education program. In P.E., children learn how to move their bodies, play safely, and be active in fun ways. They practice gross and motor skills, learn about personal space, and build important social skills. Our program encompasses the core principles of fitness, character, and skills.
