Empowering Kids Organization

🎨 EKO artists proudly concluded the Spring into Art 2026 program!

A heartfelt thank you to Denise Banaag for teaching the art of paper sculpture, and to Jennifer Evans Arbo for guiding our students in ceramic sculpture.

We are also deeply grateful to Melanie Cohen, Director of VACNJ, and Rachel Aponte for opening this wonderful opportunity to EKO students.

And a special thank you to Patricia Costa Giomi for coordinating the program together with Teresa Usme and Patricia Fontan.

We are so proud of our students’ creativity, dedication, and artistic growth this spring! 💙

✨ ¡Un maravilloso día de exploración y conexión!

EKO Road Map to College / EKO Camino a la Universidad, en colaboración con Summit High School, llevó a 10 familias hispanas a visitar el campus de Fairleigh Dickinson University.

Un agradecimiento muy especial a Stephanie Goncalves por acompañar como chaperona junto a Patricia Fontan, y a Israel Delgado por presentar el Latino Promise Program y guiarnos en un inspirador recorrido por el campus. ¡El día terminó de la mejor manera con un delicioso almuerzo en la cafetería!

Estamos muy orgullosos de seguir abriendo puertas y creando oportunidades para nuestras familias. 💙

✨ A wonderful day of exploration and connection!

EKO Road Map to College / EKO Camino a la Universidad, in collaboration with Summit High School, brought 10 Hispanic families to visit the Fairleigh Dickinson University campus.

A big thank you to Stephanie Goncalves for chaperoning alongside Patricia Fontan, and to Israel Delgado for introducing the Latino Promise Program and leading an inspiring campus tour. The day ended on a perfect note with a delicious lunch in the cafeteria!

We are so proud to continue opening doors and creating opportunities for our families. 💙

Support SHS Union Hispana Club and its scholarship fund while enjoying live music and delicious food.

Celebrate culture and community at this year's *Festival Latino*!

Join us on May 1st from 7-9 p.m. at the High School for an evening of vibrant performances. The event will feature music and dance from several Spanish-speaking countries.

Tickets at the door are $7 for students and $15 adults. Cash or check (made to SHS) only.

After the show, stay for a delicious potluck-style meal in the cafeteria, featuring dishes generously donated by families. Come share in the fun and flavor!

erformances for this event are generously funded by the Summit Educational Foundation (SEF) and the SHS PTO.

On April 12th, Pastor Deborah Huggins hosted EKO members: Patricia Fontan, Teresa Usme and Maria Jose Orgeira, during the WAVE service. It was an uplifting service that highlighted the importance of helping others. Thank you to the for its support and partnership, and to Pastor Huggins for allowing EKO to be a part of this inspiring service.