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Welcome to Summit Academy
Summit Academy is an approved Massachusetts (DESE) public special education day school of the Amherst/Pelham Regional School District. Summit Academy provides students in grades 8 to 12 with comprehensive educational services in a therapeutic setting. Many of Summit Academy’s students have experienced academic, social-emotional, or behavioral challenges in a larger public school environment and are provided system-wide positive behavioral support practices (PBIS) and therapeutic support to grow socially, emotionally and academically.
In 2017, the school community of Summit Academy chose the name for the school which was derived from the school’s original location at the base of Mt. Norwottuck, one of the many peaks found along the Mt. Holyoke Range in the Amherst area.
Summit Academy’s school motto is “Explore Your Path to Success.” Each student has a learning style of their own, and therefore, our school offers each and every student an individualized education plan, based on their academic challenges and strengths. The staff at Summit Academy believe that all students want to be, and can be successful. They are committed to cultivating and maintaining a culturally responsive school environment where students can learn and embrace education with a growth mindset, and where every student can explore their path to success and reach the summit!
Policy AC: Commitment to Nondiscrimination and Educational Equity
The Amherst-Pelham Regional District, the Amherst Public Schools, and the Pelham Elementary School do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, economic status, homelessness, political party, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment by its programs and activities.
Principal: David Slovin
Weather Cancellation Line: (413) 362-1898
Absence Line: (413) 362-1729
Name and Gender Identity Change Form
If a student’s chosen name, pronouns, and/or gender identity have changed since they were initially registered in the District, please complete this form so we can update the information in our student database. Please note that legal name changes cannot be processed using this form. Click on this box to complete the form.
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Superintendent Dr. E. Xiomara Herman
Dr. E. Xiomara Herman, known affectionately as Dr. Xi, is an accomplished educational leader and visionary. She brings over a decade of transformative experience to her role as Superintendent of Amherst, Pelham, and Amherst-Pelham Regional Public Schools (ARPS). Dr. Xi’s career is marked by her unwavering commitment to academic excellence, equity, and community engagement, driving impactful change from classroom teaching to strategic leadership.
Dr. Xi holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Walden University, a Master of Science in Math and Science Education K-8, and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from the University of Virgin Islands. Her professional journey includes key roles such as St. Croix District Superintendent of the USVI Department of Education, Deputy Insular Superintendent, and District Director of Curriculum & Instruction.
Throughout her career, Dr. Xi has demonstrated exceptional skills in strategic leadership, data-driven decision-making, instructional innovation, and budget management. She has successfully spearheaded comprehensive strategic plans, implemented innovative programs to promote educational equity, and navigated significant challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Xi’s leadership philosophy centers on the belief that every student deserves the opportunity to become the best version of themselves. Her extensive experience, visionary leadership, and heartfelt commitment to education make her a valuable asset to the district and the broader community. She advocates for a student-centered, data-informed approach to education, emphasizing the importance of leading with love and a just cause.
Her dedication to creating an educational system where students strive for excellence is encapsulated in her inspirational quote:
“Lead with love, center on students, rely on data, and uphold a just cause. Together, we will build an educational system that inspires every student to reach their fullest potential and become the best version of themselves.”
As the Superintendent of ARPS, Dr. Xi is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and community partnership. She is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities, supporting professional development, and ensuring that every student receives the resources and support they need to succeed.
Dr. Xi looks forward to leading ARPS towards a future of academic success, innovation, and inclusivity.
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Amherst-Pelham Summit Academy
Welcome to Summit Academy A Social Distancing Message from Your Principal Summit Academy is an approved Massachusetts (DESE) public special education day school of the Amherst/Pelham Regional School District. Summit Academy provides students in grades 8 to 12 with...
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Summit Academy is an approved Massachusetts (DESE) public special education day school of the Amherst/Pelham Regional School District. Summit Academy provides students in grades 8 to 12 with comprehensive educational services in a therapeutic setting. Many of Summit...
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Principal: David Slovin1001 South East StreetAmherst, MA 01002(413) 362-1728South East Campus Secretary: June Carpenter(413) 362-1729