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“Our mission is to provide children an individualized education emphasizing practical life skills and demonstrations of student learning in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.”

Gateway Preparatory Academy provides Iron County students from Kindergarten to 8th grade an education that focuses on individual skills, abilities, and needs.

Established in 2008, we provide an individualized experience focused on student growth while preparing students to be productive members of the community.

Our strengths include our child centered approach through the application of a Montessori philosophy and method as well as a focus on the arts and technology.

Upcoming Events & News

April 2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
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  • Kinder-Potential Energy in GYM
  • Paraprofessional Appreciation Day
  • 3rd Grade Farm Field Trip
  • 5th Water Fair
  • Rehearsal Shrek
  • RTI
  • RTI Meeting Rm 116
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3
  • No After School Program
  • School Librarian Appreciation Day
  • Choreography Rehearsal
  • 4/5 Field Trip to Cedar Bowling Alley
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  • National Asst. Principals Week
  • No School For Spring Break
  • No Shrek Reherasal
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  • National Asst. Principals Week
  • No School For Spring Break
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  • National Asst. Principals Week
  • No School For Spring Break
  • No Rehearsal Shrek
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  • National Asst. Principals Week
  • No School For Spring Break
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  • National Asst. Principals Week
  • No School For Spring Break
  • NO Choreography Rehearsal
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  • Shrek Reherasal
  • Staff Meeting
14
  • Severe FieldTrip - St George
  • 2nd Grade Firehouse Field Trip
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  • Rehearsal Shrek
  • RTI Meeting Rm 116
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  • Great Shake Out
  • Family Paint Night
  • NJHS Induction Ceremony
17
  • Gun Safety for MS
  • NO Choreography Rehearsal due to Science Fair
  • Science Fair 4/5
  • NJHS Meeting w/ new inductees
  • 4/5 PLC
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  • SEDC Autism Conferance
  • Kite Flight Festival at CMS
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  • Rise 4/5
  • Shrek Jr.
  • No Shrek Rehearsal - Load in to theater
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  • Rise 4/5
  • Shrek Jr.
  • Administrative Professionals Day
  • K/1 Bard Fieldtrip
  • 2/3 Bard's Birthday Bash Field Trip
  • Shrek Jr
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  • Rise 4/5
  • Shrek Jr.
  • 2/3 4/5 field trip to Shrek
  • Shrek Jr.
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Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy1 hour ago
🐮✨ Earlier this month, our third graders headed to the arena to explore life on the farm. From meeting the animals to learning about the hard work of our local farmers, it was a day filled with "moo-ving" moments and big smiles.
#DiamondZArena #CedarCityKids #FarmDay #RaptorLife #ThirdGradeMemories #Gatewayisagreatway
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy19 hours ago
Huge round of applause for our newest scholars! 👏 The National Junior Honor Society held its induction ceremony this past Thursday, and we couldn’t be prouder of these hard-working students. Congratulations to everyone who earned their spot! 🌟

#NJHS #StudentSuccess #GatewayIsAGreatWay
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy2 days ago
Don’t forget to turn in your reading logs today! 📚✨
Drop them off at Cedar Middle School between 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM. They have tons of fun activities planned, and every log turned in helps earn money for our school!
See you there, Raptors! 🦖🎉
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy2 days ago
🪁 Let’s Go Fly a Kite! 🪁
Looking for the perfect Saturday activity for the kids? Join us for the Mountain Eye Institute Kite Flight for Reading & Sight! It’s a great way to get some fresh air, celebrate our young readers, and enjoy a classic spring tradition right here in Cedar City.

• When: Saturday, April 18 | 10am – 3pm
• Where: Cedar Middle School (2215 West Royal Hunte Dr.)
• Cost: FREE!
• The Perks: Kites, prizes, and more!

Don't forget to scan the QR code on the flyer to track your reading progress before the big day. We can’t wait to see the sky filled with color!
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy2 days ago
Science, discovery, and a whole lot of talent! 🧪 Our Science Fair was incredible, and we owe a big thank you to the families who joined us to cheer on our students. The creativity on display was out of this world! 🚀
#gatewayisagreatway #FutureScientists #STEM #SchoolEvents
Gateway Preparatory Academy
Gateway Preparatory Academy3 days ago
Life Safety Week with our 2nd and 3rd Graders! 🚒🔥
Our Raptors had an unforgettable (and very important!) field trip this week visiting the Cedar City Fire Department for Life Safety Week. Our students joined over 900 other children from the Iron County School District to learn from the best in the business.
From touring the station to meeting the heroes at Goldcross EMS, Cedar Communications, BLM, and DNR, our students got a front-row seat to how our community stays safe.

A massive THANK YOU to the Cedar City Fire Department and all the participating professionals for hosting such a vital event. We are so proud of our young safety experts!
#GatewayRaptors #CedarCityFire #LifeSafetyWeek #CommunityHeroes #SafetyFirst #gatewayisagreatway

School Hotline Reporting

Gateway Preparatory Academy is committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical practices. A hotline is maintained by the Internal Audit Department of the Utah State Board of Education, and it is a venue for citizens, educators, employees, and other stakeholders to request audits or report concerns related to any of the agencies governed by or provided resources by the Utah State Board of Education.

To submit a complaint to the USBE Internal Audit Department, using their Public Education Hotline system, click the link below:

Submit a Hotline Complaint to USBE

Complaints or concerns can be filed by following the process as outlined here. Hotline complaints go directly to the State Board of Education Internal Audit Department and may be referred back to the LEA.

Gateway Preparatory Academy also encourages anyone concerned to reach out to the school administration when appropriate. All complaints are handled with discretion, and any individual submitting a concern may remain anonymous through the USBE hotline system.