St. Paul Academy and Summit School: Middle and Upper School Open House

Join us and discover all that St. Paul Academy and Summit School has to offer!
About this Event

Middle and Upper School Open House: St. Paul Academy and Summit School

Join us at the St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) - Randolph Campus for an exciting opportunity to explore our Middle and Upper School community! This in-person event will take place on October 24, 2026, from 12:30-3:00 p.m.

At Open House, families will have the opportunity to explore parts of our facilities, academic programs, activities—all while getting to know our school community. Attending families can learn more about our Middle and Upper School programs from school leaders, faculty, parents, and students.

Discover what makes SPA a vibrant place. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our commitment to excellence in education.

In addition to attending Open House, we invite you to see our classrooms in action by joining us for a weekday campus tour. for more details and to register for a tour.

Agenda

🕑: 12:30 PM - 12:45 PM
Check In

Info: Arrive at the Huss entrance (off of Randolph Ave. next to Drake Arena), where you will check in to begin your day.

🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:00 PM
Welcome and Overview

Info: Join us in Huss Auditorium for a welcome from our school leaders. The welcome will be followed by a breakdown of the schedule.

🕑: 01:05 PM - 01:25 PM
Information Session 1

Info: Choose from one of the following topics:
- Academic Programs: Learn more about graduation requirements and our philosophy of teaching in the Upper School.
- Middle School Community and Culture: At SPA, Middle School is magical. Learn more about our course offerings and how our teachers help students navigate this important time.
- College Counseling: The path to finding the right school for your student is made easier with our talented and tenured College Counseling team. Learn more from them about your student’s junior and senior years.

🕑: 01:30 PM - 01:50 PM
Drop-In Activities

Info: Stop by classrooms and spaces around the Randolph Campus and see our students in action. You will have the opportunity to visit with teachers and students, and participate in activities ranging from observing student art in the gallery to operating robots.

While this session is scheduled for 1:30-1:50, these activities will be available from 1:05-2:30.

🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM
Information Session 2

Info: Choose from one of the following topics:
- Social-emotional learning: At SPA, social-emotional learning is at the heart of our mission. We view ourselves not just as educators of the mind, but as nurturers of the heart. Learn about how our unique academic approach supports a child’s social-emotional learning during key years.
- Advisory periods: Advisory at SPA is a time for connection where your student is truly known and valued in a small group with a caring teacher and a core group of peers.
- Upper School Electives: The Literature of Madness? History of Thought? Botany? Elective offerings bring color to your student’s high school years, helping them discover their academic interests and passions.

🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Student Panel

Info: Our students are the heart of the SPA experience. Attend the student panel to hear from current students about their lives at school. Academics, arts, athletics: you’ll get a glimpse into what it’s like being a Spartan.