Ana Mercedes Báez
Principal & Academic Program Administrator
Sets curriculum policy, approves syllabi, supervises faculty, leads assessment and program review, and serves as primary academic contact for families.
Academic Leadership & Faculty 2025–2026
Last updated: August 2025
International. Experienced. Personally committed to student growth.
At a Glance
Live instruction — Zoom Pro
Microsoft 365 via ClassLink
U.S. Eastern Time (Florida)
1:1 + small groups
Multilingual: EN • ES • FR • DE • ZH
Because classes run live and feedback is timely, students progress with clarity and confidence.
Quality & Governance
Leadership sets policy, approves syllabi, supervises instruction, and reports results each term.
Faculty standards require subject mastery, effective live teaching, and clear written feedback.
Safeguards include background checks, privacy training, Zoom waiting rooms, and documented procedures.
Academic Leadership
Mr. Ronald Hofmann
Academic Coordinator & Curriculum Lead
Coordinates course alignment and documentation; guides lesson design, rubrics, and evidence-based grading to keep expectations consistent.
Ms. Angelica Smith
Administrative Coordinator
Manages academic scheduling, records, and daily operations; supports enrollment and family communication so classes run on time.
Faculty — 2025–2026
Ms. Pearl
English • Biology • History — Nigeria
Integrates writing, analysis, and research across disciplines; as a result, students strengthen argument and academic style.
Mr. Khalil
Mathematics • Calculus — Pakistan
Teaches Algebra through Calculus with emphasis on problem solving, modeling, and data reasoning.
Ms. Angie
Spanish — Panama
Builds academic Spanish through grammar, reading, and conversation; furthermore, prepares formal writing and oral proficiency.
Ms. Meyling
Mandarin — China
Develops listening, reading, writing, and speaking through structured practice; students progress toward HSK-aligned targets.
Mr. Abdersak
French — Algeria
Reinforces grammar, vocabulary, and academic writing; moreover, prepares learners for DELF-style tasks and formal conversation.
Faculty hold posted office hours and reply to school email within one business day; assignments receive actionable feedback within two business days.
Live Instruction & Tools
All classes run live on Zoom Pro using secure, invitation-only links.
Students sign in with their Microsoft 365 school accounts through ClassLink.
Assignments, feedback, and communication occur in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, OneDrive, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Calendar). WhatsApp Business supports brief coordination when needed.
Scheduling & Time Zone
Each student follows an individual monthly schedule with fixed days and times. We confirm any change in writing and update calendar invites immediately.
The master calendar uses U.S. Eastern Time (Florida)—EST (UTC−05:00) in winter and EDT (UTC−04:00) in summer.
Quality Commitments (Service Standards)
Engagement
Live minutes as scheduled; small groups; cameras on unless the school grants an accommodation; verified attendance every class.
Feedback & Response
Actionable feedback within two business days; teacher email replies within one business day; posted office hours each week.
Scheduling
Calendar updates sent immediately; 24-hour window for routine changes; documented make-up plan after any disruption.
Faculty Credentials Snapshot
- Relevant degrees or equivalent international credentials
- Identity verification and background checks on file
- Annual onboarding in integrity, safeguarding, and data privacy
- Observations, coaching cycles, and performance reviews
- Documented rubrics and calibrated grading practices
Evidence of Quality
Leadership moderates assessments and reviews attendance, feedback turnaround, and course outcomes. Consequently, course quality stays consistent across terms.
Standards & Safeguards
Academic Integrity
Rubrics define expectations; students submit original work via Microsoft 365; teachers verify sources and authorship.
Privacy & Recordings
We record only when instruction requires it and after notice; files are stored in OneDrive with limited access and scheduled deletion.
Safety Online
Zoom waiting rooms, passcodes, and host controls remain active. We keep class links private and admit only verified students.
Access & Accommodations
Families may request supports for instruction or assessment. We confirm approved accommodations in writing and align them with live classes and evaluation.
What Students Need for Class
- Laptop or desktop with current Chrome or Edge and the latest Zoom client
- Reliable broadband (minimum 10/2 Mbps; 25/5 recommended); Ethernet when possible
- Webcam and headset with microphone for clear audio and participation
- School Microsoft 365 access via ClassLink for files, comments, and calendar invites
- Digital writing tablet for math, diagrams, and annotations
- Graphing calculator (e.g., TI-84 Plus CE Python or approved equivalent)
- Mobile phone for WhatsApp coordination and as a backup Zoom device
- Printer or mobile scanning app for clean submission of handwritten work
- Secondary laptop/Chromebook and a simple UPS or Ethernet adapter to stabilize learning
Outcomes & Evidence
Students produce capstone projects, research briefs, language portfolios, and presentations. We archive exemplars to illustrate growth in reasoning, writing, research, and multilingual fluency.
Official Publications (Downloadable PDFs)
School Profile
Concise one-page overview for colleges. Includes mission, academics, languages, calendar, and contact.
Academic Prospectus
Extended academic prospectus. Includes curriculum detail, diploma pathways, and instructional model.
Both documents are updated annually and reflect our current academic structure and governance for verification by colleges and agencies.
Quick Access
About Summit
Mission, leadership, and governance plus how live instruction and Microsoft 365 support every class.
School Profile
One-page overview for colleges: academics, language study, calendar, and contact ready to download.
Student & Parent Handbook
Policies, attendance, cameras, integrity, support, and response times clear and current.
Learning for Life
Reasoning, writing, research, and multilingual fluency applied to real projects and daily practice.
Educational Models & Support
Live 1:1 and small groups, ILPs, mentoring, accommodations, and progress monitoring.
Course Catalog
Subjects, credits, prerequisites, and sample pathways download the 2025–2026 catalog.
Quality Frameworks & References
Contact & Escalation Path
Start with your teacher Academic Coordinator Principal. For academic matters email admin@summithighschool.org. We reply within one business day.