Independence Preparatory Academy

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Our Mission

We equip every student with academic tenacity and strength of character to choose their own destiny and create a fulfilling life.

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Our Vision

All children deserve world-class, scholar-driven education. Through freedom within limits, we cultivate strong character and build the supportive community that makes all dreams come true.

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October 5, 2026

THE WEEKLY S.O.A.R. | 10.05.26

🦅 iPrep Weekly Family Memo October 5, 2026 🔵 🟢 A Message from Dr. Sales Dear iPrep Families, Welcome to another exciting week of learning, growth, and celebration at iPrep! This week marks an impor...

September 30, 2026

Start the Day Right with School Breakfast!

Did you know that a healthy breakfast helps fuel your child’s success? Independence Preparatory Academy offers nutritious and delicious breakfast options for all students FREE of charge Whether it'...

September 30, 2026

Friday E-Learning Day: Assignments and Attendance Expectations

Dear iPrep Families,Friday, October 2, will be an e-learning day for scholars because the Fairfield High School homecoming parade will impact our afternoon dismissal process. Scholars will complete...

September 21, 2026

🎉 Celebrating Our Baseline Assessment Results

Dear iPrep Families,We recently completed our fall NWEA MAP Growth and i-Ready reading and math assessments. These assessments provide a baseline—a starting point that helps us understand what each...

September 18, 2026

THE WEEKLY S.O.A.R. | 9.21.26

🦅 iPrep Weekly Family Memo September 21, 2026 🔵 🟢 A Message from Dr. Sales Dear iPrep Families, As we enter another exciting week at iPrep, we are especially grateful for the generations of family ...

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SERVICE

We positively contribute to the welfare of others through acts of kindness. We are selfless, observant, and responsive to the well-being of our community, knowing that our actions leave the world better than we found it.

OPTIMISM

We set positive expectations for ourselves and approach challenges with enthusiasm. We remain open-minded in tough times, plan for success, and expect the very best results because we put our best effort into all we do.

AGENCY

We believe in our ability to be successful and find value in our own thoughts. Driven by personal values, we intentionally reflect on our goals and take complete control of our own actions, lives, and futures.

RESILIANCE

We never shy away from a challenge. We are emotionally strong, persevere through setbacks, and utilize every resource and support system available to learn from our struggles and courageously pursue our highest goals.

PRIDE

Our work reflects who we are and where we come from. Grounded in self-respect and community, we reject mediocrity and continuously collaborate to improve our output and respect the communities where we grow and thrive.

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“Education is the ultimate key to freedom, opportunity, and independence. Inspired by my grandfather’s profound legacy of resilience, I founded iPrep to be more than a school—it is a launchpad. We are here to equip every single scholar with the agency, purpose, and tenacity to choose their own destiny.”

— Dr. Calandra Sales, Founder & Executive Director

Empower your child to choose their own destiny. Secure their future today.

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