Gala: Table Sponsors with VIP Access

You do NOT want to miss this event! The Summit's 18th Annual Black and White by Candlelight Gala is happening on Friday, April 21st at the Judy Thompson Executive Conference Center on Drury University's campus.

Reserve your Gold Sponsor Table (8 seats for $2,500) or Silver Sponsor Table (4 seats for $1,000) today so you can be part of our VIP pre-party!

Individual, general admission, tickets are also available for $100 per person.

ISACS Parent Webinar Now Available: Raising Our Village, Creating a Culture of Dignity

Presented by Rosalind Wiseman, Culture of Dignity

This webinar will help parents gain the tools to allow children to thrive. From young people’s friendships, anxiety, social media use, conflicts with friends and family, and the constant pressure to “keep up,” Wiseman will share how to best connect with young people, especially when they need us most. As our children navigate a constantly changing educational environment, we know supportive relationships and social skills are critical to their emotional well-being. These skills are essential for young people to engage in education, manage emotions, and become responsible and positive members of families and communities. This session will define the difference between dignity and respect and the impact on communicating with young people, establish foundational principles in alignment with community and family values, help guide children and students as they navigate their friendships online, provide a deeper understanding of the role and purpose of emotions, and strengthen communication between adults and young people to avoid breakdowns and power struggles. Concrete skills required to increase adults’ ability to support the emotional well-being of the children and young adults in their care will be shared.

ROSALIND WISEMAN challenges us to understand the power of dignity and social dynamics to build courage, connection, and community. She is a multiple New York Times bestselling author whose publications include Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World—that was the basis for the movie Mean Girls, and Masterminds & Wingmen: Helping Our Boys Cope with Schoolyard Power, Locker-Room Tests, Girlfriends, and the New Rules of Boy World, which was awarded Best Parenting Book by Books for a Better Life. In the fall of 2022, Wiseman and co-author Shanterra McBride will publish Courageous Discomfort: How to have Brave, Life Changing Conversations about Race and Racism. Wiseman is the co-founder of Cultures of Dignity and has been profiled in or written for The New York Times, TIME, and The Washington Post and appeared on the Today Show, CNN, Good Morning America, and National Public Radio.

Emcee and Band Announced for Summit Gala

Have you heard the news?! The Summit is proud to announce that Jeremy Rabe will be the emcee for our 18th annual gala! Jeremy is an Emmy nominated co-host of Ozarks FOX AM on FOX 49, lifestyle expert, television critic, and a voting member of the Critics Choice Association. He has had a multifaceted career that includes performing in a variety of Branson shows to traveling the world as a lead male production singer for Carnival Cruise Lines. Jeremy has showcased his DIY and home renovation skills on television throughout the Ozarks for the better part of 12 years. From his DIY/Craft show, “FYI GUY LIVE,” to being a top 5 “DIY Star” finalist on Hallmarks channels “Home and Family,” Jeremy is nationally known for his ability to reuse, recycle, and repurpose just about anything. Jeremy is an avid cook, horticulturalist, and rescue animal advocate!

Additionally, entertainment for the Gala will be provided by 83 Skidoo, led by the incomparable Kristi Meredith! Dance the night away with 83 Skidoo and their unique blend of jazz renditions of 80s and 90s pop hits.

Don't miss it! Be sure to use the link below to share the Gala on your personal Facebook page, and invite your friends and colleagues to attend!

Lower School Dance at Discovery Center

The Summit's Lower School returned after a two-year hiatus! This fun, family event was again held at the Discovery Center in Downtown Springfield. Early Learners through fifth graders enjoyed a night on the dance floor with their families! Be on the look out for an email with a link to all the photo-booth photos to download and enjoy!

In celebration of Black History Month, The Summit welcomed members from the cast and crew of The Color Purple on campus. The event was organized by Middle School Music Instructor, Tanner Munson, and included performances by Mr. Munson, Mrs. Meredith Taylor, Summit Lower School Music Instructor, and cast members from the show. Summit 4th -12th graders enjoyed the afternoon performances and were able to ask questions of the cast and crew after the event. The Color Purple is currently showing at The Historic Fox Theatre in Downtown Springfield, through this weekend. You can use this link for more information including ticket purchases.

Thank you to the Summit Appreciation Committee who planned a full week of celebrations for the faculty and staff at The Summit! There were amazing lunches and snacks, fun gift card drawings, supply grabs, and even a special visit from some furry friends!

Thank you all our community members for their donations and support, and a special thank you to the 22/23 Summit Appreciation Committee Members:



• Missy Gelner
• Kate Hellweg
• Melissa Kimmons
• Beth McGee
• Cathy Tong
• Amanda Wheeler-Johnson
• Fangfang Zhang