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SHS Assistant Principal Resigns, 'Wonder' Author Visits Middle School Top News

Summit High Spanish Club explains cultural significance of 'Day of the Dead' also made headlines.

Summit High School Assistant Principal Anthony Akey Resigns

Summit High School Assistant Principal Anthony Akey, who has spent more than three decades in the Summit school district, resigned his position, effective Jan. 31, 2014. 

'Choose Kind' Author Shares Story Behind 'Wonder' With Middle Schoolers

New York Times best selling author R.J. Palacio shared how she came to write her debut novel, 'Wonder,' with students and their families Monday night at Lawton C. Johnson Middle School.

Spanish Club Illustrates Significance of 'Day of the Dead'

Members of Summit High School's Spanish Club explained the traditions behind the Día de Muertos or Day of the Dead, a holiday celebrated in Mexico and in other Spanish-speaking cultures Friday. 

Purse Containing Cash, Gift Cards Stolen From Unlocked Car

A Chanel purse valued at $2,900 was stolen from an unlocked car parked in the driveway of a home on Little Wolf Road, police said. 

Franklin School Voters Face Election Day Changes

Summit residents who vote at Franklin School will be casting their ballots inside trailers on Tuesday rather than inside the school's gym.

Brayton Elementary Students Reveal New Sundial

Brayton Elementary School was proud to unveil their new sundial at a ceremony Friday October 18th. Artist Duncan Mackenzie couldn’t have planned for a better day, the sun was fully cooperating for his demonstration.


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