Bryan Lively & Cassie Hyder | Summit Academy

On this episode of Kids First Radio, host Keven Cohen is joined by Bryan Lively, Principal of Summit Academy, and Cassie Hyder, Director of Special Projects, for an inspiring conversation about a fresh approach to middle school education in South Carolina. Summit Academy is a unique hybrid school model that blends daily live virtual instruction with dynamic monthly in-person experiences.Now in its inaugural year, Summit Academy serves 6th and 7th graders, with plans to expand to 8th grade next year. Lively and Hyder explain how the school offers the flexibility of online learning while emphasizing community and personal connection through in-person gatherings. These monthly meetups focus on leadership, soft skills development, and experiential learning, ranging from STEM labs to team-building adventures.Throughout the conversation, Keven and Brad Henry from the SC Public Charter School District highlight the importance of flexibility and personalization in education, ensuring the "kids first" mission truly guides every decision.🔗 Learn more: https://summitacademysc.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.