Greetings Husky Families!

Happy February!   We are excited to share that we have extended the deadline for enrolling in our online payment system until February 7th!  This will be truly the last time we will have open enrollment for the rest of the school year, so please help us streamline the study trip payment and our lunch payment process by enrolling in our easy program!  This will save us hours of time by eliminating the check/cash processing and deposit logistics.  Enrollment can be completed online at the following link:  http://bit.ly/spsparentsignup. 

Stanford University Design Professor and Engineering Students Coming This Week to Speak with Summit Prep Students!
This Tuesday during lunch (12:45-1:25 p.m.), we will welcome Mr. Guido Kovalskys, a professor at the Stanford University's Institute of Design design school, to come speak to our students who are interested in innovative design and STEM careers! Mr. Kovalskys is a 10-time Ironman Competition finisher who has founded four successful companies in the last 15 years.  These companies range from education, to healthcare, to entertainment and his most recent venture is Nearpod, a company focused on using mobile devices in education.  Two current engineering students from Stanford University will also join Mr. Mr. Kovalskys so please encourage your students to attend.  More information about Mr. Kovalskys can be found here: http://dschool.stanford.edu/bio/guido-kovalskys/. 

AP Environmental Science Class Visiting Hidden Villa This Week!
The 12th grade AP Environmental Science students are visiting Hidden Villa Farm in Los Altos on February 4-5!  This field trip is a wonderful opportunity to build upon our studies of water pollution, earth systems, and agriculture while students engage in first-hand experience with the environment.  Students will conduct invertebrate studies in a local creek, analyze the benefits and drawbacks of different types of farming, and explore sustainable land use practices!

Common Core Standards and Summit's Next Generation School Model
Our mission to prepare all students for success in a 4-year university and to be thoughtful, contributing members of society has always been the foundation of our school model.  From our curriculum to the daily schedule, we are committed to preparing our students for success in college, career, and life.  The new Common Core Standards for students complements our school mission because they require students to master skills that are "essential for college and career readiness in a twenty-first-century, globally competitive society."  These standards focus on "reading, writing, speaking, and listening that are the foundation for any creative and purposeful expression in language."  Summit's curriculum has always used engaging, project-based learning to build the critical thinking skills identified in the Common Core Standards, and our class time (also called "Project Time") is primarily spent reading, writing, speaking and listening.  Our amazing teachers coach our students on mastering these skills during class through conferencing, modeling, and targeted instruction, using teacher time for the most high-value activities.  We encourage you to ask your students about the projects they are currently working on to hear how they are engaging in real-world activities to fulfill our college and career ready promise.  If you would like the complete description of The Common Core Standards, you may find them here at this link: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/documents/finalelaccssstandards.pdf  

We hope everyone has a wonderful week!

Sincerely,
Penelope, Patti, and John

Winter Formal.  Summit's Winter Formal, Diamonds are Forever is Friday, February 21, starting at 7:30 p.m. and ending at 11 p.m.

The Formal will be held at the Portola Valley Town Center (765 Portola Rd.). The cost is $15 for Pre-Sale and $20 for after Pre-sale.

There is not a need for parent chaperones, but we are looking for donations of food/treats. There is a signup for this: http://bit.ly/1eKX52p.  Please bring these items to school (label them with "Winter Formal").  Most items can be brought well in advance. Thank you so much for making this a fun event for the kids.

Internet connection assistance.  The Latino Community Foundation will be coming to Summit Prep this Wednesday, February 5, from 6 - 7 p.m., to host an information meeting for Latino parents.  The goal is to help Latino families in our community, especially those who are low-income, to get their homes connected to the Internet. If you're not connected, please come learn about programs to help you get connected for little or no cost. If you are connected, please come to learn about the program so that you can help spread the word. See this flyer (en espanol) for information.  Thank you!

SPOT Meeting.  All parents are invited to attend the "Evening with the Director" followed by a General SPOT meeting. This will take place on Thursday, February 6, at 5:30 p.m. At the SPOT meeting, we will cover the grade level Study Trips, and our 5th Annual Fundraiser on May 3. There will also be ample time to cover other questions or topics. If you have a specific topic you would like to get more information on, you can post that as a topic on your parent group list - or reach out to your grade level Ambassador.

At 7 p.m., there is a session on FAFSA, CSS Profile, Dream Act and Financial Aid - which is of interest to 11th and 12th grade parents (see article).

We are trying something new this time! To accommodate those of you who may not be able to get dinner, we will have pizza/salad for sale. To ensure we have enough - please add your name to this simple poll: http://doodle.com/m3sfypy877urn3nx.

Teacher Appreciation - Faculty Staff Meeting treats. We are still looking to fill the calendar with volunteers who can provide treats for the weekly Faculty Staff meetings. From savory treats, fruit, cheese/crackers, or sweets, there are lots of great ideas that are all welcome. Please ensure that the treats get delivered before 2 PM on Thursdays. You may leave them in the kitchen or at the front desk. To sign up for an open/available week go to: http://bit.ly/1agTZqM.

FINANCIAL AID COMPLETION and "CASH FOR COLLEGE" NIGHT!

Financial aid officers from local colleges will be at Summit Prep this Thursday, February 6, from 7 - 9 p.m. to help families complete their FAFSA, Dream Act, and CSS Profile applications. This is a one-time opportunity. Please check the attached flyers (English, Spanish) for more information.

 We need drivers for the upcoming grade level Study Trips. This trip is always a highlight of the Summit program, and one where over the years both students and parent drivers build lasting relationships. You can sign up directly here (and the grade level coordinator will reach out to you) - bit.ly/1ffbc3A.

Please make note of the specific days your grade is going on this trip:

• 9th Grade: Leave April 3, return April 4 (contact: Maria Suissa: msuissa@legacypartners.com)  
• 10th Grade: Leave April 2, return April 4 (contact: Stacy Guthmann: stacyguthmann@yahoo.com)  
• 11th Grade: Leave April 9, return April 11 (contact: Michelle Chan: mchan@alum.mit.edu)  
• 12th Grade: Leave May 20, return May 22 (contact: Deanna Bartee: deejoy@comcast.net) (NOTE DATE CORRECTION) 

There is a collection bin at the front desk, where you may turn in your paperwork by grade level. If you have already driven on prior trips, we may have your information on-file (but it may have to be updated). Please let the grade level planning coordinator know.

Summit/Everest Sailing Team Info Night February 5, at 6 p.m.

4th ANNUAL WRITING CONTEST FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 2014

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