Mission
Apogee’s mission is to equip and shape young citizens into critical thinkers that take the onus of responsibility of all elements of their education.
Apogee’s mission is to equip and shape young citizens into critical thinkers that take the onus of responsibility of all elements of their education.
The highest point in the development of something; a climax or culmination.
The arrowhead alludes to the Native Americans unconventional approach to education. That there is an intentional wild approach. Playing isn’t encouraged, it is required. Being outside is paramount.
The dagger represents an acute, sharp approach to all things. Both the dagger and the arrowhead are a throwback to Special Operations Detachment, which are required to be the most proficient and tactically trained within the services. They are unlike all other units in that they are diplomatic warriors.
As parents of two young children and now two young adults we believe strongly that this generation is destined for greatness. We believe our role as parents is to inspire and equip our children toward what we call a Hero’s Journey and we need heroes now more than ever.
My story began as a young energetic boy of 5 being kicked out of the first private school I ever attended. There was nothing wrong with me. I just needed purpose and a healthy way to direct all of my extra energy. Now as parents we searched out schools for our own children. Having traveled, lived, and worked all over the world I have seen first hand how education can change an entire country for good. We want our children to be prepared for a meaningful life, with 21st century skills. We share the vision with the founders and believe that learning “to do” and “to be” is more important than learning “to know”.
We are continually encouraged by other families on their own journey asking “what next” and “who will we travel with”. Everything our children could ever dream to accomplish is on the far side of hard work. Our mission is to give them the tools and passion to make those dreams a reality.
We invite you to explore Cedar Park and reach out as you prepare your family to change the world.
Sincerely,
Tim Kennedy
Apogee Cedar Park, Founder
Tim Kennedy has been a life long teacher. As a senior Special Forces NCO with deployments throughout every combat theater and all over the world for the past 20 years He has trained men and women when their lives depend on their ability to apply what they learned. Tim is motivational speaker, TV host, UFC fighter, author, and multiple time entrepreneur. Tim has trained and inspired people all over the world to be the best version of themselves. He has a degree from Columbia College and has dedicated his life to an endless pursuit of being able understand so he can BE and most of all to DO.
Michelle’s passion for alternate education began while she was searching for schools for her own children. She loved the concept of Socratic, learner-driven, self-paced education, and knew this was a movement she wanted to be involved in. This led her to help launch and become the lead guide at a micro-school here in Texas. The experience only solidified that this is what Michelle was called to do, and she is thrilled that her journey has led her to Apogee.
Michelle graduated with honors from Concordia University at Austin with a Bachelor’s in Business. In the past, she has worked in accounting, office management, and most recently helped run her husband’s business while homeschooling her children using learner-driven principles. She is excited to combine her business background with her passion for alternate education in her role as Apogee Program Director.
In her spare time, Michelle is always reading and loves to travel with her husband and two children. Being born and raised around Austin, she is a foodie at heart and will always accept a recommendation to a new restaurant!
Lauren’s professional path started off in the veterinary world, which led to her working for the Texas Animal Health Commission at the State Federal Lab for many years. She then moved on to being a service coordinator in the Plant operations department at a hospital, until eventually ending up substitute teaching. This led her to Apogee as a substitute and admin assistant.
Substitute teaching at public schools really opened her eyes to the need to do so much better for our children, as they deserve the best. She truly believes that Apogee is a part of that solution and will always do her very best to ensure the heroes at this school are getting the best education we can give them.
Lauren was born and raised in Texas and is married with two beautiful children – a 13 year old girl, 6 year old boy, and three crazy dogs! Outside of ACP, she stays busy being involved with her daughter’s many extracurricular activities!
Alex graduated with two Bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Forensic Science from the University of Central Oklahoma. Before Apogee, she was a RBT working with children who have autism.
Alex loves being silly and teaching kids through positive reinforcement and wants to make sure every child feels heard & seen. When she’s not at work you can find her at the gym or at jiu jitsu. She is also a registered yoga teacher and an amateur sourdough bread baker.