Every Summit Academy OIC student will be supported by the Student Success Team. This team includes student success specialists and workforce readiness specialists. Students will receive guidance and mentoring throughout their entire training to support their success at Summit.
- Participate in regular progress check-ins
- Gain referrals to resources such as childcare, counseling, transportation and/or other emergency help
- Build workforce readiness skills in and out of the classroom
- Hear directly from multiple employers during classroom presentations
- Work with your support team to craft your resume and cover letter
- Prepare for job interviews, including participation in “mock” interviews
Your Student Success Team:
Monica Davenport
Student Success Manager
mdavenport@saoic.org
DeAndre Scott
Student Success Specialist
dscott@saoic.org
Patrick Sullivan
Student Success Specialist
psullivan@saoic.org
Michael Fuller
Workforce Readiness Specialist
mfuller@saoic.org
Ashley Mason
Workforce Readiness Specialist
amason@saoic.org
Summit Academy seeks to create a welcoming environment in which all students can reach their academic potential, have equal access to academic opportunities and activities, and is committed to addressing barriers encountered by members of the campus community with appropriately documented physical, cognitive, and psychological disabilities. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and assured services.
For information regarding reasonable accommodations during entrance testing or while attending Summit Academy, contact Hope Patterson.
Summit students must meet attendance requirements and complete and pass ALL courses required for their particular training or program to earn a Summit Academy OIC certificate and graduate.
Students are expected to be in attendance during their entire program. Student Advisors or Training Managers can clarify any questions regarding the attendance policy.
Students at Summit Academy benefit from discounted bus passes. As students near graduation, financial assistance may be available for costs related to transportation. Student Advisors and Career Success Coaches help students navigate these resources.
Campus safety is a priority at Summit Academy and is everyone’s responsibility. Procedures for safety and security can be found in the Student Success Handbook, the Annual Campus Safety and Security Report, and in campus plans available at the reception desk.
Please view the Campus Safety page for more information.
Summit Academy’s campus environment is supportive and inclusive. We support academic success and work readiness by providing access to community-based health and wellness resources. Please contact the following organization if you are in need of assistance:
Specialties: Mental Health, Drug Addiction, and Sexual Health
www.northpointhealth.org
612-543-2500
If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills or other essential services, dial 211 or text your zip code to 898-211 and a Certified Community Resource Specialist will help to locate available resources in your area.
Handbook of the Streets is a resource for people experiencing homelessness. This is a comprehensive list of all community resources.
Free and low cost resources found on the MN Low-Cost Health Care Directory www.bridgetobenefits.org/MN_Low_Cost_Health_Care_Directory
Food Shelves and Resources
There are many resources located in the Minneapolis area that will help support you and your family to get the food you need:
With one call the Minnesota Food HelpLine assesses the caller’s situation and provides solutions to their food needs. The Hunger Solutions website has an extensive list of food shelves, senior resources, free meals, discount groceries, and farmer’s markets across the state of Minnesota.
Call: 1-888-711-1151
This nonprofit grocery store on a bus conveniently brings affordable and fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy, grains and other high-quality groceries directly into neighborhoods around St. Paul and Minneapolis. We visit areas that don’t have easy access to full-service supermarkets, grocery stores, or food shelves.
Wellness Community Food Shelf
Located: 1835 Penn Ave N.
Hours: Monday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
New intakes are taken over the phone: 612-767-9500.