
Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy


About Middletown Prep
Welcome to Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy. We are a first-rate academic and fitness institution where your student can grow intellectually and physically. We strive to instill the values of lifelong learning, strong character, and the importance of being physically fit in each of our students. Our staff and administration stand ready to provide the best possible education and preparation for life.
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Meet Our Principal
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students,
I would like to take a moment to introduce myself. I am Principal Gardner. I have 16 years of experience in education. This is my 12th year with Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy. I have had the opportunity to be an educator to many of your children. I have served as an Academic Coach to support our staff, and most recently, I served as Assistant Principal.
I am looking forward to the 2025-2026 school year at MPFA! It is great to have the opportunity to work with so many familiar families. Those of you who know me, know how much I value education, strong relationships between staff and families, structure, routine and expectations. We, as a team, strive to create a common language between home and school by utilizing our 10 Successful School Behaviors. I am an advocate for Performance Academies Mission and Vision.
For those of you I am just getting to know, for us to do this, we must have the same goals. Our 10 successful school rules are a great lay out for us to use. Please, familiarize yourself with these rules, the student handbook and our Mission and Vision. I am looking forward to a successful school year!
Yours in Education,
Mrs. Gardner, Principal
Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy

High Schools Want Our Graduates
Our Transition Program helps 8th graders leave Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy fully prepared for high school academically, socially, and emotionally.
We guide families through applications, test prep, and interviews, helping students earn spots and scholarships at some of the top high schools in Ohio.



With the right support, our students don’t just get in. They stand out.
Social Media Updates
Egg Hunt Extravaganza!
So Many Eggs Gone In A Flash!
Beautiful Saturday Morning At Middletown Prep For Our Egg Hunt Extravaganza!
Fun Times And Prizes Earned For Grades Kinder To 8th.
Thank You To Everyone That Participated, Helped And Made The Egg Hunt A Success!
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Science Fair Time!
Great Presentations And Creative Minds At Work!
Nice Job Everyone!
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In Ms. Ott's Speech Class We Learned About 2 Tier Vocabulary And Following Complex Directions With A Fun Snowflake Project! ... See MoreSee Less



In one of Ms. Ott’s Speech classes, students are diving into winter-themed content designed to strengthen essential communication skills. ❄️
Through engaging seasonal activities, students are practicing:
✔️ Following multi-step directions
✔️ Answering comprehension questions
✔️ Forming complete, clear sentences
It’s wonderful to see our students building confidence while developing skills that support success across every classroom. Great work, Ms. Ott and scholars! 💬✨
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Getting Ready For Our Science Fair!
We Are So Excited To See What Our Students Will Come Up With.
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🐉⚽ Friendly Match Day | March 11 💙
Parents and guardians are invited to help us cheer on our Dragons as Trotwood Preparatory and Fitness Academy takes on Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy in a soccer friendly!
📍 Location: Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy (MPFA)
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM
📅 Date: March 11
Come out, show your support, and bring the Dragon pride! 🔥💪
#GoDragons #DragonPride #PerformanceAcademies #StudentAthletes #gameday
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Our 7th graders are diving into Early African Civilizations, beginning with an in-depth look at the geography of Early Africa. 🌍
Students are exploring how rivers, deserts, climate zones, and natural resources shaped the development of early societies. Understanding geography helps them see how environment influences trade, settlement patterns, culture, and the rise of powerful civilizations.
It’s exciting to watch our scholars connect history and geography while building a deeper understanding of the world’s earliest civilizations. Great work, 7th grade! 📚✨
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Kindergarten was in full swing at Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy as our students celebrated the 100th Day of School! 🎉
From counting activities to creative projects and lots of smiles, our youngest scholars marked this milestone with excitement and pride.
It’s hard to believe how much they’ve grown since Day One — more confident, more independent, and learning something new every single day. 💛
We are so proud of our kindergarteners and all the progress they’ve made in just 100 days. The best is still ahead!
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Our school community is made stronger by the many cultures, traditions, and stories that each of our families bring through our doors every day. 🌎
This special celebration honors the beautiful cultures that make our school community so unique — and we would LOVE for your family to be part of it!
Whether you’d like to share food, music, clothing, traditions, language, or simply come celebrate alongside us, your presence matters. These moments help our students see, appreciate, and learn from the diversity around them.
Together, we’re building a school community where every culture is valued, every story is respected, and every family belongs. 💛
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Research shows students who move regularly are more focused, less stressed, and better prepared to learn.
That’s why fitness is built into every day at Performance Academies.
#HealthyHabits #StudentWellbeing
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Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy School Calendar
Legends

A Day in the Life at Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy
“From the moment we walked in, it felt like home. The small class sizes, supportive staff, and personalized care have made all the difference. Middletown Preparatory and Fitness Academy is truly a hidden gem.”
– Middletown Prep parent
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