Jessica was born and raised in Twain Harte, California to parents James and Stacy Tune. Jessica’s parents, brother Justin, along with several family members on both sides, proudly graduated from Summerville High School. She graduated third in her class in 2007. Her four years at Summerville High School were some of the most influential years … Read more
I arrived at Summerville after a hard fought battle working to secure an inter-district transfer. My application had been initially rejected on the basis that my argument – Summerville was where I felt I belonged – was a weak one. But after working the phones and some civil disobedience (particularly on the part of my … Read more
My freshman year I started out in choir. I learned different vocal types and their ranges with Mrs. Madeleine Young. My sophomore year was spent singing in a group called Ladies First as an alto. I loved this group of female singers! We had lots of giggles and great introductions to many jazz classics. My … Read more
I was born and raised in Tuolumne. I was a proud Summerville Elementary School Beaver, and followed in my Father’s footsteps as a proud Summerville High School Bear. My four years at Summerville High were full of growth, dedication, empowerment and fun. I entered as a shy freshman and finished as a self assured senior … Read more
I suppose I have always been the champion of the underdog and the eccentric. Whether challenging the dress code for the right to be barefoot on spiritual grounds, writing articles for the school paper arguing for a slower speed limit along Tuolumne road as it passed the school or petitioning for globally religious prayer clubs … Read more
Arts: Jazz Choir (Second Soprano). I am so grateful to Mr. Wells for the wonderful experiences we were able to have under his leadership. We trained and practiced very hard for our success in the Santa Cruz and Redding Jazz Music Festivals and I have fond memories of our teamwork and the feeling of pride … Read more
This is such an honor to be getting this award as my years at Summerville high school were so memorable and such a huge part of my life. I had gone to a private school through eighth grade and when I first entered Summerville High, I felt like the opportunities were endless, it was a … Read more
Being nominated to the 2021 Hall of Fame by the Summerville High School Foundation is a great honor. I am truly grateful for the recognition. As a proud Summerville High graduate, I represent the efforts of my teachers, coaches, family, and friends, all of whom contributed to the person I am today. My journey began … Read more