Principal Welcome Message
Welcome to a New School Year!
It is with great excitement that I welcome you to a new school year at Summit School! I'm honored to step into the role of principal after previously serving as Summit's instructional coach. This community already feels like home, and I'm thrilled to continue supporting our amazing students, staff, and families in this new way.
What makes this new chapter especially meaningful is the incredible sense of connection we share at Summit. I've had the pleasure of working closely with our dedicated staff and many of our families, and I look forward to building even stronger relationships in the months ahead. Together, we'll continue to foster a school culture rooted in high expectations, curiosity, compassion, and a deep belief in each student's potential.
At Summit, learning is joyful, purposeful, and deeply connected to the real world. Our curriculum is organized into interdisciplinary units, which are growing into full EL Education expeditions. These expeditions include rich case studies, meaningful projects, and authentic leaming experiences that lead to high-quality, real-world products. A unique part of our approach is field work—intentional, curriculum-driven experiences that take students out of the classroom to connect with professionals and community members. Unlike traditional field trips, field work is embedded into the learning journey and helps students build lasting, relevant connections to their studies.
None of this incredible work would be possible without you—our families. Parent participation is essential to our success. All of our adventure and field work experiences are made possible through your generous support. Our Fall Fun Run and Spring Auction are our two major fundraisers, and every family's contribution — big or small — helps create lasting opportunities for our students. In addition, we deeply value and rely on volunteers to support events, trips, and daily life at school. Your involvement truly helps Summit shine.
As we begin this school year, please know how excited I am to work alongside you. I believe in open communication, strong partnerships, and the power of community. Let's make this a year full of growth, discovery, and joy—for every leamer, every day. Here's to a wonderful year ahead!
Warmly,
Jamie Mikelson
Summit School Principal
