Welcome back to another exciting school year!
We’re thrilled to reconnect with our amazing community of parents, students, and music enthusiasts as we kick off the 2025-2026 school year. Your support continues to make Summit’s music programs shine, and we can’t wait to see what this year brings!
A Look Back at Last Year’s Highlights
Last year was filled with unforgettable moments, from the vibrant performances at the 52nd Annual Big Band Dance at Canoe Brook Country Club to the inspiring showcases at the 2025 District Arts Festival. Our students dazzled us with their talent, and SMPA was proud to award scholarships to our dedicated band, orchestra, and chorus members, nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Check out our 2024-2025 highlight reel here:
Just last year, SMPA provided $41,076 in funding for…
- Guest musicians from Broadway, Juilliard, Costa Rica and more
- Scholarships for private music lessons and college-bound seniors
- District Arts Festival – for the first time, a three-day celebration of the musical, artistic and culinary talents of our students
- Move Up events to give elementary and middle school students a sneak peek
- Almost $15,000 to support the spring trip to Boston where students had master classes and tours at the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boch Center
Please consider supporting SMPA and Summit’s music programs by making a donation.
What’s Ahead for 2025-2026
We’re gearing up for another year of music, community, and creativity. Mark your calendars for our General Member Meetings in the SHS Orchestra Room, where we’ll share updates, plan events, and connect as a community:
- Monday, September 15th, 2025 at 7:00 PM
- Monday, January 26th, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- Monday, March 16th, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- Monday, May 11th, 2026 at 7:00 PM
These meetings are a great opportunity to get involved, share ideas, and help shape our music programs. We hope to see you there!
Football season is here, help us by volunteering during our home games
Please consider spending a couple of hours with us. You’ll meet some new people, support Summit’s music programs and have some fun – as an added bonus, you get to see the game for free and get a SMPA hat!
We are also looking for volunteers to help provide and serve halftime refreshments during our scheduled home games. This is a great (and easy) way to help out and make sure our marching band and the visiting band are fed, energized and appreciated after their halftime performance!
We hope to see you at the games!
Save the Date: Tito’s Burrito’s Fundraiser
Get ready for a delicious way to support SMPA! We’re excited to announce our first restaurant fundraiser at the end of September 2025.
Get Involved
SMPA thrives because of YOU. Whether you volunteer, attend events, or spread the word, your involvement makes a difference.
Here’s to a harmonious and inspiring school year!