Summit Public Schools
Summit Public Schools is a leading charter public school network building a world where every student is equipped to lead a fulfilled life — one with purpose, financial independence, community, strong relationships, and health. Summit’s mission is to prepare a diverse student population for success in a four-year college or university and to be thoughtful, contributing members of society. It operates 12 public schools that serve diverse communities throughout California and Washington, offering project-based learning through a personalized approach and 1:1 mentorship. Further, Summit leverages its work to have a broader impact on public education in America. Summit schools are consistently ranked among the best in the nation. Summit students graduate prepared for college and its graduates complete college at nearly double the national average. According to a recent report, a vast majority of Summit alumni say that they’re leading fulfilled lives. To learn more, please visit www.summitps.org.www.summitps.org
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Aug 17, 2026
Svenia BussonHOST
Welcome on this new episode of Education Futures.
Svenia BussonHOST
I am very happy to be with Dan Eflund, who is the Senior Director of Innovation at Summit Public Schools.
Svenia BussonHOST
Hello, Dan.
Svenia BussonHOST
Welcome on the show.
Dan EfflandGUEST
Teaching and learning by approaching it, doing it better and better.
Svenia BussonHOST
Amazing.
Svenia BussonHOST
Tell us a bit more about Summit Public Schools and maybe also about the charter school system for our European friends who might not be.
Svenia BussonHOST
Yes.