Programs
Enrichment Beyond The Classroom
A comprehensive education requires partnership between scholars, parents, faculty, and community leaders. We are proud to say that we have cultivated a partnership which is the foundation of the safe, supportive, and inspiring environment that has allowed our scholars to thrive.
Coding
This course is designed to teach scholars applicable computer science skills. With a focus on helping scholars develop problem solving and computational thinking skills, scholars come away both with knowledge of professional programming languages and the conceptual understanding needed to learn new languages.
Band
Scholars who play a string instrument, or are interested in learning an instrument should sign up for the String Orchestra elective. Scholars will learn from our expert music coach. This course should only be selected by scholars who are serious about playing and performing music.
Film Studies
The Film Studies elective course is a semester long curricula that leverages the best social-issue films to expose scholars to today’s critical issues, to teach media literacy and promote civic engagement in classroom discussion with peers and teachers, and to inspire them to find their own voice on matters of universal civic importance.
Musical Theater
This course is reserved for scholars who are participating in the theatrical performances at SACS. Actors, producers, stagehands, costume designers, and singers are all able to participate in this course.
Theatre History
The Theatre History course targets the social issues presented in a multitude of theatre works and bridges the real world with the stage.
Introduction to Dance
In this course, scholars will focus on learning dance terminology, history and techniques as well as composition. Appropriate attire is required for all activity days. Scholars will also be expected to attend dance and/or theatrical performances each semester.
Enhanced Athletics Program
The Summit Academy athletic program competes at the highest level while emphasizing the values of teamwork, sportsmanship, and individual growth. Scholars are encouraged to make selections based upon their abilities and interests. Our athletic program sponsors more than seven teams for grades six through twelve including: Volleyball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, and Track and Field.