Summit School Newsletter
INNOVATIVE TEACHING. EXPERT EDUCATORS. THRIVING STUDENTS.
September 29, 2023
It's Fall Break Next Week! No School October 2 Through October 9. See You Back on October 10.
From the Head of School...
Dear Summit School Community,
I hope this message finds you all well. I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to everyone who attended Tuesday's Meeting in the Morning with Dr. Nardi. Your participation and engagement are what make our school community so strong, and it was wonderful to see so many of you there.
I would also like to extend a special thank you to our guests, Mrs. Mauermann and Mrs. France, for taking the time to share valuable insights into their roles at Summit School. They provided a deeper understanding of the important work they do and the positive impact they have on our students' education. We are fortunate to have such dedicated and passionate educators as part of our team.
During the meeting, we learned about some of the exciting activities and lessons they have been conducting with our students, and I'm sure many of you left with a greater appreciation for the creative and innovative approaches they bring to our community.
I'm pleased to announce that our next Meeting in the Morning is scheduled for October 24 at 8:30 am. Please mark your calendars, as these gatherings are an excellent opportunity for us to come together as a community, share ideas, and stay informed about the latest developments at Summit School.
Once again, thank you to everyone who attended this week's meeting. If you have any questions or suggestions in the meantime, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our school's success is a collaborative effort, and your input is invaluable.
Warm regards,
Dr. Stephanie Nardi
What are Summit Teachers Reading?
Summit in the News
Accepting ESA Funds
Did you know that you qualify for significant tuition reimbursement through the Arizona Universal ESA program if you have a Summit Student in K-8? This program is designed to support families in securing the best education for their children.
To discover more about the Arizona Universal ESA program and how it can benefit your family, we encourage you to visit our dedicated Tuition Assistance page at https://summitschoolaz.org/tuition-assistance/. Here, you will find valuable information, resources, and guidance on the reimbursement process.
For any specific inquiries or assistance related to the program, please do not hesitate to contact Carrie Slade at Carrie.Slade@SummitSchoolAZ.org. She will be more than happy to address your questions and provide personalized support.
At Summit School, we are committed to making high-quality education accessible to all families. We believe that this program can make a significant difference in your educational journey, and we are here to assist you every step of the way.
Thank you for being part of our Summit School community, and we look forward to helping you explore this valuable opportunity.
Some Faces of Wednesday Enrichment
The Dean's Corner
Congratulations to these Sabrecats for being sent to Mrs. France with POSITIVE office referrals!
Mrs. Reardon stated, "Archie is such a hard worker who does his personal best on each assignment. Archie has a wonderful attitude towards school and towards his peers."
Ms. Vosseller stated, "Maverick finds ways to help others every day. He especially likes to open doors for others, even if he's not going out the door himself!"
Mrs. Harris stated, "Thank you for being an amazing leader. You offered to help me and my 7th and 8th grade classes to set up their test. You are so proactive. You really helped me when I was struggling with getting Edulastic up and running. "
Morning Meetings- Please Join Us
Wednesday, October 18
Presented by Grade 6
Wednesday, November 1
Presented by Preschool
Wednesday, November 15
Presented by Grade 2
General Safety Guidelines for Drop-off and Pick-up
Guardians are responsible for transporting their children to and from school.
Guardians and visitors must park in designated lined parking spaces only.
Do not park in such a way to hinder the flow of traffic or jeopardize the safety of children.
Parking is not allowed along the red curbs.
Do not park in the designated spaces purchased by guardians at the annual Summit School Auction.
State law prohibits neglect and endangerment of children. Never leave children unattended in a vehicle at any time, and always use car seats and seat belts.
Students cannot be dropped off in the parking lots.
Pedestrians are not permitted to cut through the carline.
Please do not try to meet with teachers while they are supervising carline.
There is no use of wireless phones (or other digital devices) while in the carline.
At dismissal, please do not arrive earlier than 15 minutes before your child’s dismissal, time as this blocks our fire lane and inhibits emergency vehicles from entering our facility.
Summit School is not responsible for damage to vehicles or theft. Please secure all valuables and use caution while moving through the parking lot and carline areas.
Key fobs will allow access to campus on scheduled school days at the following times/locations:
Front Office doors during office hours (7:45 AM – 3:45 PM)
Front blue gate during drop off (8:00 AM – 8:15 AM), pick up (3:15 PM – 3:30 PM) and afternoon extended day (3:30 PM – 6:00 PM)
Front Office doors will be unlocked for drop off until 8:30 AM. After 8:30 AM, K-8 students must be walked into the office by an adult that will need to sign the student in to school using the School Check In system located in the front office.
When leaving campus, you must exit through the Front Office during the school day (8:15 AM – 3:15 PM) and not through the outdoor gates.
Do you know a Summit School Alum? Send them our way! We'd love to know what they are up to so we can add them to our Alumni Spotlight.
Class of 2007 - what are you up to now?
We would love to share updates with our community about the amazing things you have happening! Please reach out to Mrs. France at melissa.france@summitschoolaz.org
#summitschoolaz #summitalumni #sabrecatpride
Summit School
Email: Summit.School@SummitSchoolAZ.org
Website: https://summitschoolaz.org/
Location: 4515 E Muirwood Dr, Phoenix, Arizona 85048, USA
Phone: 480.403.9500
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