How We Grow Beyond the Classroom

Extending learning beyond the classroom to shape hearts, character, and confidence

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At Summit Christian Academy, education doesn’t stop when the lesson ends.

Through meaningful enrichment opportunities, students are invited to explore their God-given gifts, build strong relationships, and grow in wisdom, creativity, and service. These experiences complement our classical academics by nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit—helping students discover who God has made them to be and how they are called to engage the world with purpose and joy.

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Chapel
Outdoor Education
Winter Sports
Field Trips
Summer Camp

Chapel
Chapel

Worship. Engage. Grow.

Chapel is a weekly rhythm at Summit Christian Academy and an important part of our spiritual formation.
- Weekly chapel every Monday morning
- Students from Pre-K through high school attend
- Messages from local pastors and youth leaders from the Upper Valley community
Students also memorize a monthly Bible verse, celebrating their progress together at the end of each month. Chapel helps set hearts toward the Lord and reinforces our commitment to Christ-centered education.
Outdoor Education
Outdoor Education

Learning Through Creation, History, and Experience

Outdoor education at Summit Christian Academy is a core enrichment experience that brings learning to life. These trips intentionally complement classroom studies in science, geography, and history through hands-on exploration, shared experiences, and age-appropriate adventure.

Elementary School (Grades 3–5)

Students participate in overnight camping experiences at local campgrounds, where they explore:
- Forest ecosystems and animal life
- Basic camping and survival skills
- God’s creation through hands-on discovery
These trips reinforce classroom learning while fostering independence, teamwork, and wonder.

Middle School (Grades 6–8)

Middle school students participate in a rotating series of three immersive trips. Over three years, each student experiences all three:
- Whidbey Island – Exploring life along Puget Sound through tide pools, clam beds, and Deception Pass
- Olympic Peninsula & Olympic National Park – Rainforest ecosystems, lumber mills, coastal environments, and forest regeneration
- Yellowstone National Park – A 10-day journey with historical and geological study, including six days exploring the park with guided tours
Each trip is supported by a long-standing curriculum developed by our faculty.

High School (Grades 9–12)

High school students participate in major educational travel experiences scheduled every other year:
- Washington, DC & Colonial America – A 10–14 day trip exploring Yorktown, Williamsburg, Jamestown, Gettysburg, Mount Vernon, and the nation’s capital
- Boston, New York & Philadelphia – A 10–14 day immersion into early American history and culture
- Mount St. Helens – Camping, Ape Cave exploration, and study of volcanic history and geography
Students complete research, planning, and daily academic logs as part of these trips.

Additional day trips throughout the year may include: Seattle Science Center, Pike Place Market, the State Capitol, museums, planetariums, zoos, flight museums, and regional historical sites.

Fundraisers help offset costs for longer trips. Local day trips are typically covered by tuition. Parents and supporters are welcome to join when possible.
Winter Sports
Winter Sports

Active Learning, Skill-Building, & Winter Adventure

Winter at Summit Christian Academy offers students meaningful opportunities to stay active, build confidence, and embrace the season through hands-on sports and movement. Serving students in grades 1–12, our winter sports enrichment programs include gymnastics, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, and Ski School. Each experience is designed to encourage physical growth, perseverance, teamwork, and joy while helping students develop new skills and confidence in an exciting, outdoor environment.

Ski School

Each winter, students in grades 3–12 participate in Ski School at Mission Ridge Ski Resort.
- Five Fridays during January and February
- Morning ski or snowboard lessons
- Afternoon free skiing
- Transportation provided via school minibuses (or students may ride with parents)
- Lessons and equipment rentals included
Ski School encourages perseverance, physical fitness, and confidence while enjoying God’s creation.
Field Trips
Field Trips

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Field trips are thoughtfully planned and rotated by grade level to enrich classroom learning and spark curiosity.

Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Chelan County Fair
- Fire Department
- Library & Bookstore
- Bakery
- Pumpkin Patch
- Smallwood’s
Grades 1–2
- Chelan County Fair
- Bank
- Rocky Reach Discovery Center
- Ice Skating
- Gymnastics (4-week program)
Grades 3–5
- Chelan County Fair
- Salmon Festival
- Tumwater Hike
- Barnes Beach
- Fish Hatchery Tour
- Camping Trip at Youth Dynamics
- Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing
- Woodland Park Zoo
- Seattle Science Center
- Point Defiance Zoo
- Seattle Aquarium
- Mission Ridge Ski Lessons (5-week program)
Grades 6-8
- Warehouse Tours
- Snowshoeing & Cross-Country Skiing
- Annual camping trips (Forks, Yellowstone, Mt. St. Helens, or Mt. Rainier)
- Mission Ridge Ski Lessons (5-week program)
Grades 9-12
- Spring travel to Washington, DC
Summer Camp
Summer Camp

A Summer of Learning, Fun, and Faith

Summit Christian Academy’s Summer Camp offers a safe, engaging environment where children can explore, create, and grow while enjoying the best parts of summer. Each week is designed to encourage curiosity, hands-on learning, and meaningful fun rooted in our Christ-centered values.

Registration begins March 1.

Some of the activities include:
- Outdoor exploration
- Art projects
- Science experiments
- River trips
Details:
- Cost: $300 per week or $65 per day
- Location: Summit Christian Academy | 111 Ski Hill Dr., Leavenworth
- Students may also be transported by school bus to off-site locations
Contact us for more details about this year's upcoming Summer Camp!