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SCHOOL EDITION | APRIL 21, 2017
My Very Vegas Vacation: A 17-Year-Old's Experience in Las Vegas
Aaron Berke, one of our Summit seniors, took a trip to Las Vegas earlier in February with his mother and his fellow classmate Nick Santos. His account has been published on petergreenberg.com, an insider's guide to travel. We're delighted to share his insightful article with you.



Las Vegas has never been effectively promoted as a family-friendly destination -- and for good reason. The city has never positioned itself that way. If you happen to be under the age of 18, you might be out of luck entirely. You're too young to legally gamble, to drink, or to attend many of the shows. But that is beginning to change. We recently sent our 17-year-old reporter, Aaron Robert Berke (and his mom) to Las Vegas to discover the experiences beyond gambling, alcohol, and x-rated shows.

Click here to read the full article and see Aaron's photographs
SCHOOL CALENDAR
April 2017  
  
April 24 and 25  
  Lower School / Swim Presentations 
  Scheduled by class assignments   
April 26-28 
  Lower School Trip to Frost Valley

 May 2017

May 7
  PA's 8th Grade Moving Up Game Truck Party
  for Classes 20, 21, 22 & 26, US Gym, 1:00-3:00 PM
May 8, 9 & 11
  Summit Swim-A-Thon at the Lower School
May 9
  PA Meeting, US Conference Room, 9:15 AM
May 10 & 11
  PA's Staff Appreciation Luncheons
  Lower School (May 10)  |  Upper School (May 11)
May 20
  PA's Trip to Six Flags Great Adventure & Safari
  Departs US at 7:30 AM and in Manhattan at 8:00 AM
May 22-25
  REAP Second Session Ends / Monday, Tuesday,
  and Thursday
May 23
  REAP Drama Performance: Peter Pan
  Lower School, Moreida Room, 1:00 PM
May 25
  Summit Prom for Seniors & Juniors
  Douglaston Manor, 6:00-10:00 PM
May 26-29
  Memorial Day Holiday / Summit Closed
May 30
  Summit Reopens / Classes Resume 
UPPER SCHOOL
Student Council Flea Market A Huge Success

Summit's Upper School Student Council extends a huge thanks to all of our parents for taking the time to clean out so many of their closets -- this year's flea market was a huge success. Class representatives of the Student Council are currently in discussion about projects to support at the school. We'll keep you posted. In large photo below (left to right): Travis Nair and Jake Hassan, Student Council Leadership and flea market organizers, and Wanda Rivera, Student Council Advisor.  




They Did It! Mystery Solved 
 
   
On Sunday, April 2, students from the Upper School attended a Mystery Room event! Twenty students, chaperoned by Brandon Lomuto and Tobi Thompson kicked off the afternoon with a pizza lunch and were then split into two groups of ten. One group entered the "Cafe Room" and the other group went into the "Bio Lab."



With only one hour to find clues and solve puzzles students worked collaboratively to beat the clock and escape the room! Each student played an integral role in the process and both groups successfully escaped before the hour was up. The event was a fun exercise in teamwork and collaboration while helping students step out of their comfort zones.

 

[Article contributed by Tara Caprdja, Upper School Teacher and communications intern.]
PARENTS' RESOURCES
INCLUDENYC Hosts College Webinar on April 24
INCLUDENYC hosts free, live-streamed webinars where parents and professionals can have real-time conversations about parenting and disability. April's topic is an exciting one -- Think College New York! -- which will be shown on Monday, April 24, from 12:30-1:45pm. Anyone can view this webinar either from their computer or their smartphone. Registration is encouraged.

Click here to learn more and/or to register





Summit Camp Open Houses: May 7 & June 17 

"Friendships started at camp can be separated by months and miles without losing any strength!"
 
Summit Camp has announced its Open House schedule for families, which takes place on selected dates throughout the spring. If you are interested in seeing the Summit Camp up close, this is a great opportunity to take a tour. Families will also personally meet the directors, which is a perfect time to ask questions. You'll also get to meet other parents of campers attending camp this season. Light refreshments will be served. Everyone is welcome (no pets please).
 
Sunday, May 7 -- Walk in between 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday, June 17 -- Meet camp unit leaders and on-campus staff;
   Walk in between 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM 
 
For more information, contact:
Gene Bell, Director, at 973-732-3230 or info@summitcamp.com.

Visit us on the web: www.summitcamp.com   
 
[Summit Camp is not affiliated with The Summit School.]
 


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