The Summit school connection
Established in 1963, Summit School has been on the forefront of special needs education in Canada.
The story of Summit School began in 1963 (the same year the Beatles released their first album!) At that time, four sets of parents whose children had Down Syndrome decided that a "school" needed to be created to serve their needs. It began as a summer camp, and the next year, Soryl Rosenberg, was hired as the first official teacher and the camp turned into a school. It started with six students, and each year became a little bit bigger. In 1971, with an enrollment of 42, Gloria Cherney was hired to be the principal. Under Gloria’s direction the school grew and developed its student-first educational approach. Gloria served as principal for forty-two years.
In 2013, Herman Erdogmus became the school's Director General. He has continued to oversee the growth of the school while maintaining its student-first philosophy. During his tenure, Summit's focus on unique and innovative teaching methods has led to the establishment of the school's Performing Arts Department, Research Centre and thriving learn-to-work businesses.
Golf tournament fundraiser speech.
Alessia talks about her experience as a child with a disability and about Summit School…..
Her speech had the room in tears….
Let me explain …..
The original poster was created by sister Ilaria and Mom Angie
The original poster was created by sister Ilaria and Mom Angie
The Dis the Dis movement started with the POSTER BOARD presented at the Summit School Golf tournament fundraiser event in 2022. Alessia has been a student at Summit since 2012. She will graduate this year, 2024.
It was at the fundraiser that Alessia gave her speech in which she talks about her experience as a child with a disability and about how Summit School; changed her life
Our movement was started for all people living with a disability. We want everyone to remember that when you DIS the disABILITY you get ABILITY because you are ALL able. Able to do anything!.
The Dis the Dis movement started with the POSTER BOARD presented at the Summit School Golf tournament fundraiser event in 2022. Alessia has been a student at Summit since 2012. She will graduate this year, 2024.
It was at the fundraiser that Alessia gave her speech in which she talks about her experience as a child with a disability and about how Summit School; changed her life
Our movement was started for all people living with a disability. We want everyone to remember that when you DIS the disABILITY you get ABILITY because you are ALL able. Able to do anything!.