WHO WE ARE
Where Students Are Known
The whole child is at the heart of our progressive, project-based and place-based curriculum. Our Preschool – 8th Grade program fosters academic excellence in a nurturing environment where students are known and prepared to know the world.
21st Century Proficiency
Self-Efficacy
Self-Efficacy
Our students are positioned to address the personal and professional challenges that life throws at them. We stretch our students to go beyond their intended goals, thereby learning their potential is boundless.
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
At the heart of Project-Based Learning is critical analysis. SK's multidisciplinary approach requires our students to adapt, edit, and thoughtfully assess every aspect of the process. Our teachers support and challenge students as they seek answers and form new ideas.
Creativity
Creativity
SK students resolve beyond the obvious, and step above logical thinking, advancing to lateral thinking.
Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence
Our students recognize the value of connection to collaboratively resolve complex problems.
Decision Making
Decision Making
Confident decision making requires both qualitative and quantitative data to inform a decision before acting on a conclusion.
Service Focused
Service Focused
SK extends itself beyond the borders of the school walls by encouraging students to be active participants in the community.
Adaptive Communication
Adaptive Communication
Learning the mechanics of oral and written communication is important, but it has nothing to do with applying these skills. Synthesizing the skills of emotional intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving, our students design strategic plans to communicate and act effectively.
International Intelligence
International Intelligence
SK students explore the world by embracing human diversity. We seek out varied points of view and learn from those whose lived experiences are different from our own. As the world gets smaller, our students’ perspectives broaden.
SK Signature Academic Programs
SK Community Voices
Parent
Weiyi Wang
SK’s wholehearted commitment to nurturing the complete development of our child, tailoring lessons to her unique needs, and embracing project-based learning, has been a game-changer in our educational experience. The infusion of exciting field trips into their approach has made learning genuinely enjoyable and hands-on. And the impressive Friday Dragon Time presentations, where every student confidently displays their achievements to the entire school, have not only created a strong sense of community but also filled us with immense parental pride. SK has truly made a profound impact on our child’s growth and learning journey.
Parent
Stacy Swennes
As an educator, I understand and appreciate the advantages of the progressive, project-based, child-centered learning environment SK offers. Students receive the benefits of a rigorous classical education in the arts and sciences while simultaneously developing their critical analysis, conflict resolution and problem solving skills.
As a parent, I believe my child’s ability to successfully navigate the dynamic landscape of the 21st century is grounded in facts as well as friends; IQ as well as EQ.
Consequently, I consider SK to be the school best suited to assist me in preparing my child for the challenges ahead with intelligence, thoughtfulness and kindness.
Parent
Haley Scheich
I love Summer’s-Knoll’s project-based learning approach. It allows my kids to dive deep into engaging projects each year and develop critical thinking, collaboration, creativity and communication skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives. I am grateful for the wonderful teachers at SK, and cannot say enough positive things about their skill, love for teaching, and wonderful talent that they share with my kids every day. The fact that my kids wake up each day, excited to go to school, is a beautiful thing!
Parent
Robert Burton-Harris
The SK community gives our child a world-class educational experience filled with love, inclusivity, and understanding. We’ve always felt valued because we’re a family!
Parent
Elizabeth Langen
With an individual approach to academic rigor, my children have thrived at SK. My oldest is on the cusp of finishing a novel as he finishes 8th grade while my younger is two years ahead in math as he enters 7th grade. More importantly, my children love to learn, read books for pleasure, and engage us in deep conversations such as capitalism vs. democratic socialism.
Twenty-first-century students deserve a 21st-century education.
That means an education that connects students to the world. Discover the joy of learning at Summers-Knoll School.
SK Community Highlights & Upcoming Events
September 5, 2023
Y SK?
Alumni, Parents, and Teachers share how Summers-Knoll School knows students and prepares them to know the world for success at the next academic level and for life.
November 7, 2023
Annual Fund: Is Your Child Happy at SK?
Johnathan reaches out to SK families and supporters in a season of giving thanks and highlights student & faculty accomplishments.
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