The Summit Academy is:

• Part of Jeffco Schools and sponsored by Jefferson Academy and open to students in grades K-12
• Designed to support the educational needs of a variety of students
• Academic and elective classes to supplement a wide variety of educational programs 
• The Summit Academy is committed to excellence in academics and character, preparing all our students for their post-secondary pathway readiness. 

Summit Academy Culture Statement:

Summit strives to create the best learning environment possible for every student and an outstanding workplace for our employees. We are a safe and caring environment where all who enter will be respected and treated with kindness. Summit is a positive learning environment where students, teachers, and staff are encouraged and supported to be their best every day in academics and character. Every student, family member, and employee is a valued individual.

• All courses exceed Colorado State Standards
• All courses meet NCAA eligibility requirements
• Curriculum chosen to meet the needs of an independent student
• Flexible scheduling 
• Encourages independence, time management, and ownership
• Ability to add courses from various sources (college / online)
• Rigorous content in all courses
• Higher level thinking skills
• Project based learning
• Classes transfer from other accredited institutions 
• Weighted GPA credit for Honors and AP courses

The Summit Academy and Sports Club partnership will be characterized by

• Rigorous academic and character standards.
• Strong character that leads to success in elite athletic competition will be used to meet the needs of a challenging academic program. Though the academic and athletic disciplines are distinct, they are also related and reinforce each other. 
• A flexible program that caters to the educational needs of the elite athlete. 
• Independent, analytical reasoning, based on objective knowledge, is an essential skill and will be encouraged throughout the program. 
• Belief that mastery of the skills and knowledge acquired through the study of the basic academic subjects is  the foundation for all subsequent learning, regardless of the student's future pursuits.
• The student athlete will participate in a program that creates a healthy balance between academics, athletics, extra-curricular activities and relationships.  

Summit Academy provides:

• Summit Academy Classrooms
• Instruction
• Teachers
• Thursday Tutoring
• Curriculum
• Classroom Materials
• Field Trips

Summit Academy Sports  provides:

• Sport Stable Learning/Work Space
• Sports Specific Skill Training
• Strength & Conditioning
• Sports Nutrition
• Sports Psychology
• Mentorship
• Community Service
• Guest Speakers
• Enrichment