Located in Stow, Maine, Summit Achievement is a full 54 acre campus community. Our campus is simple, uncluttered and free from many of the pressures, distractions and unhealthy aspects of the larger society. Among the things that are not present in the Summit community are tobacco products, illegal drugs, alcohol, junk food and electronic devices such as personal computers and television (other than those in the Academic Center), electronic games or cell phones. Suspension students are not allowed I Pods or MP3’s. Internet is not available for recreational use.

Suspension Students share a cabin on campus with Semester students, eat together, study together, and participate in group sessions and weekend activities together. Upon arrival, students are assigned to a bunk in a two-person bedroom. Each bedroom also contains a writing desk and chair, along with storage shelves for clothing and other personal items. A common area in the cabin serves as a gathering place where students may socialize, play games, learn or practice skills, and engage in other activities. Direct care staff sleep in the cabin.

The Summit Suspension campus is shared by the Summit Achievement wilderness program whose teams are out on expedition Thursday through Sunday of each week. The Summit property borders the spectacular White Mountains National Forest. The Cold River Lodge is the hub of the Summit campus. A former B&B built in 1981 and completely remodeled in 1996, the 5,500 square foot lodge contains a commercial kitchen, community dining room, living room, laundry facilities and spaces for administrative and counseling services. This classic New England dwelling provides a rustic and comfortable setting for both staff and students. The 2,500 square foot Academic Center contains four classrooms and is the site of all academic instruction. In addition, it provides office space for medical services.

Summit students enjoy healthy meals prepared each day by our in house chef. We present a natural food menu that educates students on healthy meal options and life style choices. Generous amounts of home made breads, soups, salads and pasta dishes are served with an emphasis on whole foods and the restriction of refined sugars, caffeine, preservatives and additives. Peanut butter and jelly is always available.