Summit provides meaningful learning that lasts a lifetime.
We inspire and we equip each student for a rich journey of lifelong learning.
At Summit, our children are surrounded by memorable teachers.
They are mentors and models—encouragers and friends—who engage students in the present and prepare them for the future.
Curiosity is the basic fuel of learning.
At Summit, we don’t waste it and we don’t squelch it—we leverage it.
Our work is always purposeful.
Every aspect of our school, from curriculum to campus, is designed to maximize opportunities for learning.
Every child brings distinctive potential and a unique voice to Summit.
We cherish that individuality, and our faculty is committed to discovering each child’s gifts.
- Prepared
- Honorable
- Curious
- Accepting
- Socially Responsible
As a Summit graduate, I strive to develop my full potential.
I am prepared.
I have acquired a strong academic, athletic, artistic, and technological foundation.
As a Summit graduate, I strive to develop my full potential.
I am honorable.
I operate from an ethical compass, guided by character, confidence and competence.
As a Summit graduate, I strive to develop my full potential.
I am curious.
I exhibit intellectual curiosity, including critical and creative thinking with a commitment to lifelong learning.
As a Summit graduate, I strive to develop my full potential.
I am accepting.
I demonstrate a global awareness, embrace diversity and work collaboratively within and beyond the school community.
As a Summit graduate, I strive to develop my full potential.
I am socially responsible.
I am committed to civic responsibility, service and stewardship—both locally and globally.
Our Divisions
Early Childhood
Young children are strong, capable, and filled with wonder.
Lower School
We engage the whole child.
Upper School
Think again. And again.
Triad Academy
Children with dyslexia learn differently.
Recent News
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View our publication, Doug Lewis and George Chandler '63: Celebrating the Lives Inspired by Leadership in Learning.
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"Here we nourish all who come, especially children. We answer needs, enliven hopes, spur talents."
Summit School mourns the loss of former Head of School Doug Lewis.
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Big Dreams at Summit School
Enjoy this video produced by current parent, Marina Davis, with music composed by Summit faculty member Trevor Keitt.
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Registration is OPEN
Visit our Summit Summer page to see what camps are still available and to register.
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Wondering how teachers implement Culturally Responsive Teaching into their classrooms? Curious to hear more about what students think of the changes we have made this year due to COVID? Want to know more about the Dream Big Gala?
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When the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March, the school responded swiftly to make a smooth transition for our students and families and our faculty quickly adapted to relationship-based distance learning. Together we transformed campus into a safe place for students and teachers. While our campus may look different and our teaching methods have had to be flexible, we stayed Summit.
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This year's Summit News and State of the School Report are a declaration of resilience and a testament to resourcefulness.
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The 20-21 school year began August 25 with a nearly full on-campus attendance, as well as 45 students at home using video-based and online learning--something we call hybrid.
The unjust deaths of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and countless others are causing anguish and turmoil across our country.
To our students, families, faculty, staff, alumni/ae, and community members who are grieving and suffering through these recent events within the context of a long history of racial injustice and inequality: We see you, we love you, and we support you. You are not alone. We are here with you. Our hearts ache for you. We stand beside you.