Rookie Robotics Team Wins $3000 Grant for Competing in First Competition The Summit Atlas Middle and High School Robotics Team participated in its inaugural competition, the 2024 FIRST Tech Challenge, on October 27, securing fifth place out of 12 teams. As a rookie team, they were awarded an OSPI Grant for over $3,000. Summit Atlas, … Continued
Empowered Youth: How Young Voices Are Shaping Tomorrow The elected officials of Summit Atlas’ Student Government (SASG) are impressive representatives of how young people can have a profound impact on their community. Ella Galaites, the dynamic President of SASG, is on a mission to craft a vibrant future for the Summit Atlas community. Maria Hernandez, … Continued
Ninth Graders–Find Your Future Here When Jenevere Guerrero began her freshman year of high school, she was nervous about how different it might be than her experience as an eighth grader. However, when she finished ninth grade, she found herself determined to succeed in this school, not just as a student, but as a future … Continued
At Summit Public Schools, we believe each young person’s path to a fulfilled life is uniquely crafted and driven by their aspirations, interests, and strengths. To support students on their path, we ensure that every Summit graduate leaves with a Concrete Next Step in life after high school. A Concrete Next Step is a 3-5 … Continued
Brad Earl and Kristen Smith have a lot in common. As the 9th- and 10th-grade math teachers at Atlas, they both share a commitment to the craft of teaching and a passion for working with young people, as well as a deep appreciation of the outdoors and competitive sports. They also share a house. Because … Continued
I’m a Founding Teacher at Summit Atlas. Here’s Why I’ve Stayed. By Rachel Henty When I joined the Summit Atlas team in 2016, it was my third time helping found a charter school. I moved to Seattle to be closer to the mountains and the great outdoors. When I got here, I didn’t know what … Continued
