SUMMIT SCHOOL MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Summit Environmental School is to provide students with a solid educational foundation in the core academic areas with an environmental focus integrated throughout the curriculum.  

SUMMIT SCHOOL GUIDING PRINCIPLES

• Students need a strong foundation in the basics of reading, writing, math & science.

• By integrating environmental concepts throughout the curriculum students will gain an in-depth understanding of the interrelationship between natural systems and people.

• Experiential hands-on learning provides students with the opportunity for discovery and authentic learning.

• The outdoor environmental zones give students first hand experiences in natural environments.

• Our school’s safe and nurturing environment will empower students to grow into productive, contributing citizens

ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS

Summit Environmental School students will:

• demonstrate an understanding of the natural environment and the interrelationship among natural systems and people

• develop an understanding and commitment to environmental stewardship

• be able to identify, investigate and evaluate environmental problems and issues, be able to communicate this understanding to others, and use this information as they become active citizens

• develop an understanding and appreciation of the many different recreational activities that exist in the natural environment and how their recreational activities impact environmental systems.

BELIEF STATEMENTS

In order to create a quality educational experience for all students, we believe it is important to provide opportunities for students to:

• routinely reflect on the quality of their own work and on the appropriateness of their own behavior

• experience hands-on activities and to be active participants in their learning

• work cooperatively with each other to solve problems and learn from one another

• take responsibility for their own learning and the learning of others

• develop pride in their work, pride in their school, and pride in the contributions to others

• demonstrate application and transfer of knowledge to problem solve

• see the inter-relationships between subject areas through thematic teaching practices

• acquire appropriate social skills such as being respectful of individual differences

• clearly understand parent and teacher expectations

• to have some choices in what they study, and in how to demonstrate their learning