The Summit Academy Book Club has selected to read "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton for their first book of 2020. The students will read chapters together and then discuss the story of two groups of teenagers whose bitter rivalry stems from socioeconomic differences. Ultimately, the characters come to realize that the differences in social class do not necessarily mean they have to be enemies. We look forward to hearing feedback and opinions of the book from the group's participants.
Members of the Summit Academy wrestling team recently volunteered at the Powerade Wrestling Tournament at Canon-McMillan High school! These young men worked the tournament tables and videotaped for Flowrestling! In addition to contributing their time and talents at the event, the students got to watch some awesome wrestling over the course of the weekend.
AWESOME ALUMNI ALERT!!!!
Summit alumni Isaiah M. is currently a full-time student at Indiana University of Pennsylvania studying Physical Therapy and also working a part-time job while in school! Isaiah earned his GED from Summit Academy and also completed college credits through our College within a High School program. So proud of this young man and wish him all the best as he completes his degree!!!!
Summit Academy students participated in the Allegheny Valley Association of Churches Food Bank. Students assisted in organizing donated toys, clothes and food so that participants could shop for their seasonal needs. We love being a part of this wonderful holiday tradition each year!
AWESOME ALUMNI ALERT!!!!
2019 Summit graduate Robert C. (Jefferson County) is currently serving in the US Army and is stationed in Fort Benning, Georgia! He reports that is doing very well and credits Summit Academy for helping him take responsibility for his life and giving him the tools he needed to succeed!
Well done Robert and thank you for serving our country. Keep up the good work!!!
The 2019 James E. Anderson Pennsylvania Conference on Juvenile Justice was held in Harrisburg on November 6th-8th. Summit Academy’s clinical supervisor, Jason Wilson and lead counselor, Kathryn Flannery were chosen to present their workshop, “Empowering Youth to Overcome Addiction” during the conference. Citing research and incorporating various styles of positive reinforcement, Jason and Kathryn presented an empowerment approach to helping youth overcome addiction within the context of the juvenile justice system. The workshop helped juvenile justice professionals understand the complexities of addiction and taught them specific skill sets and approaches, such as Motivational Interviewing and Wellness in Recover, to incorporate into their everyday jobs. The workshop was also sponsored by both Narcan and South Central EMS to raise further awareness of overdose education and prevention. Great job Jason and Kathryn!
Good luck to the Summit basketball team as they kick off their season tonight with a scrimmage at home again St. Joe’s. Let’s Go Knights!!!
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We are so proud to highlight Xzavier G. from Montgomery County who is continuing his education and athletic career at Lackawanna College. Xzavier is majoring in Criminal Justice and Psychology and playing baseball for the Falcons!
Way to go and keep up the great work!!!
Summit Academy students continued their tradition of participating in the Adopt-A-School Program at Valley High School. This phenomenal partnership allows our young men to speak to freshman students at the high school about their experiences and the life lessons that they have learned, particularly since enrolling at Summit Academy. Congratulations to these fine gentleman for sharing their wisdom and showing pride in their accomplishments! And thank you to the staff and students at Valley High School for hosting this event.
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