SUMMIT LEARNING PROGRAM

SUMMIT LEARNING PROGRAM is a Title I public high school that is part of the HOUSTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in HOUSTON, MN with about 15 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 2 teachers, SUMMIT LEARNING PROGRAM has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The **SUMMIT LEARNING PROGRAM**, located at 306 W. Elm St. in Houston, Minnesota, operates as a specialized educational component of the Houston Public Schools district. It is designed to provide a personalized approach to academics, focusing on student-centered instruction that allows learners to progress at their own pace. By utilizing the Summit Learning framework, the program emphasizes the development of essential cognitive skills alongside core academic content, aiming to prepare students for success in both college and future career paths.

The program functions within the broader mission of the Houston Public Schools (as reflected at [houston.k12.mn.us](http://www.houston.k12.mn.us)) to foster a supportive and innovative learning environment. It is particularly well-suited for students who benefit from a self-directed educational model, where mentorship and goal-setting play a central role. Through this initiative, the school strives to bridge the gap between traditional classroom instruction and modern, technology-integrated learning to meet the diverse needs of the Houston community.

For more information, contact SUMMIT LEARNING PROGRAM at (507) 896-5323 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.