Summit Scoop
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Brayton Nurse Recognized for Life-Saving Efforts
Back in October, Brayton Nurse Nicole Johnson was alerted by another teacher who was outside for class that he saw a man collapse near Memorial Field. She immediately grabbed the AED defibrillator and ran outside to help the man. Nicole performed CPR, put on the AED, and managed the airway. She worked alongside the Summit Police Department and EMTs to save the gentleman's life. After hearing of his recovery, the Summit Board of Education invited him and members of the Brayton community to publicly recognize Nicole for going above and beyond her duties. "I am really privileged to share this story with you so that people who aren't fortunate enough to know Nurse Johnson personally can get a glimpse of the kind of person she is, and how she not only cares about your children, but about people in general," said Brayton Principal Shane Zeigler. To watch the full presentation, please click the button below.
Board of Education Approves Summit Educational Foundation Fall Grants
At the December Board of Education meeting, the Summit Educational Foundation presented the fall 2024 grants awarded to the District, totaling $175,929! The awarded grants are directly aligned with the District's goals, and truly benefit our students' learning experiences. Thank you to the SEF and Summit community for continuing to create possible for our students! Click on the button below to view the grant presentation from the Board meeting.
Lincoln-Hubbard Fifth Graders Support SAGE Eldercare Program
PEP Program Accepting Applications
The PEP Program, a college-access organization offering academic and social-emotional support and college tuition assistance, is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. The program seeks motivated and eligible sixth-grade Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School students to apply. The application deadline is Friday, January 31, 2025.
According to PEP Program Executive Director Maria Shepard Mendez, the program “can be transformative for students who are achievement-oriented and community-minded.” She noted that PEP “offers a comprehensive support system that includes subject-specific tutoring, study skills coaching, test preparation, social-emotional development, cultural enrichment, and college guidance” for middle and high school students. After high school graduation, she added, “We provide ongoing support, helping students navigate college and prepare for their careers.”
Students and their parents or guardians must complete an application to be considered for the program. The application helps PEP staff assess each applicant’s potential for success and ensures the program matches each student's academic and personal growth needs. “Students who thrive in PEP are committed to continual academic improvement, personal growth, and community service. They are willing to step out of their comfort zones and actively participate in new experiences,” said Shepard Mendez.
Current sixth-grade students at Lawton C. Johnson Summit Middle School interested in learning more about the PEP Program or applying are encouraged to visit https://www.pepprogramnj.org/ or contact the program office at 908-277-1106. An information session for parents and guardians will be held on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
Girls Flag Football Participates in Teddy Bear Fundraiser
Our Summit High School Girls Flag Football Team participated in this year's "Teddy Bear Fundraiser", donating over 100 teddy bears to help support CASA and CPS agencies. The new teddy bears are distributed, via CASA (Case Appointed Special Advocates), to children throughout New Jersey who are in the foster care system. CASA is a non-profit organization that advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children in foster care. CASA works through trained volunteers to ensure that needed services and assistance are made available to children while helping them move to safe and permanent homes. Vulnerable children are removed from their homes or are under court supervision due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. A new teddy bear will help bring a child some comfort during these very sad, stressful, and uncertain situations.
