Lower School - Grades 1-4: Fast Facts
• Literacy concentration includes explicit, systematic phonics instruction & exposure to rich literature instilling life-long learning within a culture that values language in all forms.
• Literacy, Math & Science Specialists work with faculty & students providing enrichment & ensuring focus on each individual learner & maximizing one's potential.
• Widely praised Summit Writing Program where writing mechanics are taught & research skills are developed.
• Mathematics program utilizes best research-based practices through National Council of Mathematics & focuses on critical thinking, problem-solving & deep, conceptual understanding.
• Science Specialist leads curriculum in state-of-the-art science labs where students learn observation, prediction, data collection, experimentation, inference, application of data, interpretation, analysis & how to form a hypothesis.
• World Language Program includes Spanish & French, exposing students to language & culture.
• Digital Student Profile for each child allows faculty to mentor & to enable self discovery & personal commitment to a student's own educational plan.
• The Summit Portal helps parents monitor their children’s performance and daily activities and be more engaged through customized group features.
• Leadership & Service Programs where students learn to be good citizens & see the value of applying their talents & intelligence for the good of their community & society.
• Numerous athletic programs that include football, lacrosse, volleyball & soccer.
• Fine arts facilities include an art studio with kiln, music studio & access to the school theater.
