Parent FAQs
General Information
What time does school begin and end?
First period class begins at 7:45am and the last period class concludes at 2:35pm.
How early can I drop off my student?
The front door of the main building is typically open by 7:15am. Students arriving early are encouraged to gather in the cafeteria rather than separate classrooms. The middle school building is not usually open until 7:45am.
If there is inclement weather, how will I be notified of delays and cancellations?
A school-wide cancellation or delay due to weather or other factors will be communicated through the official school-wide notification system (email or text).
Where is the Lost and Found?
The Lost and Found is located underneath the coat rack on the first floor of the main building.
Is there a Summit Parents Association?
Summit parents make every effort to collaborate with each other and school administration to ensure that the community is well-served. Summit Fathers and Mothers Clubs were recently organized and more information is forthcoming about their regular gatherings and events.
How do I create a My Hot Lunchbox account?
To create an account, visit: https://ordernow.myhotlunchbox.com/sign-up.
As this is a third-party vendor, The Summit Academy is not able to add, delete, or adjust orders. The Summit Academy will ensure students receive their order and will immediately reach out to the vendor if an order is wrong or missing.
My Hot Lunchbox How to Create an Account
My Hot Lunchbox Parent FAQs (English)
My Hot Lunchbox Parent FAQs (Spanish)
What day is My Hot Lunchbox?
My Hot Lunchbox is every Monday, starting September 8, 2025.
I have a question about school policies.
Please consult the Parent & Student Handbook in the FACTS Family Portal before directing questions to the office.
What payment options are available for tuition?
Tuition can be paid at once or over a 12-month period beginning July 1.
Communication
Where do I keep up to date with school news, events, and information?
All school news, upcoming events, and important information will be sent via the official school-wide notification system (email or text) and/or posted to the Summit Bulletin Board in the Parent Portal.
While we encourage parents to collaborate and communicate with one another, the school does not monitor the parent-led GroupMe. For questions regarding school policies, events, or student matters, parents should contact the school office directly.
Who should I contact if my student will be tardy or absent?
Please email attendance@thesummitva.org or call the school office if your student will be absent or tardy. The attendance email is not monitored after 10:30am.
How do I contact my child’s teacher?
All faculty emails are listed on the Faculty and Staff page. Faculty make every effort to be appropriately responsive and are encouraged to have phone conversations whenever possible.
How do I access a student/parent directory?
Visit the FACTS Family Portal and choose the School tab, then Directory.
Who should I contact if I have questions about college and vocational guidance for my child?
Our Director of College Guidance is Julian Sicam. Please contact him at jsicam@thesummitva.org with questions related to the college process.
Athletics
How will I be notified of athletic game or practice cancellations?
Every sports team at The Summit Academy has an individual GroupMe thread which allows for dynamic and direct communication with the coach and other parents. Please contact our Athletic Director Derick Buhle at dbuhle@thesummitva.org to be added to a GroupMe thread. Please include your name, phone number, and email address in the email so he can add you.
Where do I find the physical forms for my student athlete?
Physical forms are available on the Forms page.