The Mid-Autumn Festival, recognized as the second-largest festival in Chinese culture, was joyously celebrated with our amazing community on the evening of Friday, September 25th. This year, our celebration was even more vibrant and dynamic! In addition to our traditional family picnic and mooncake tasting, there was a variety of fun activities and interactive games that brought smiles to everyone's faces—including ring toss, archery, karaoke, lantern crafts, and more. Famili

At Cornerstone, this week was filled with meaningful class performances and diverse learning experiences. Our Pre-3 and Pre-K students shared their curiosity about spring and the world of bugs, while our Kindergartners and 1st graders expressed their stewardship for the Earth and their deep understanding of plant biology. Meanwhile, our 2nd graders explored the life cycle of seeds on a local field trip, and our 3rd graders demonstrated impressive bilingual math proficiency. F

Last Saturday, February 21st, the Cornerstone campus was transformed into a sea of red and gold for our annual Chinese New Year celebration. This cherished tradition was a beautiful showcase of student leadership and cultural immersion, with every classroom and corner of the school adorned with art projects and student work that reflected the creativity and hard work of our children. The heart of the event was driven by our students, who led vibrant performances and hosted va

On December 18, our Manuela Campus was transformed into a space filled with laughter, pride, and the unmistakable joy of learning. We concluded the first semester with a heartwarming Winter Fair hosted by our Kindergarten and Grade 1 students, followed by a series of delightful Winter Performances featuring our Pre-3, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade classes. The fair was a brilliant showcase of our students’ academic growth and hands-on discovery: Kindergarten "Seed" Speci

Our recent Open Houses on November 8 and December 6 were about more than just showcasing our Preschool–G5 bilingual immersion program—they were a vibrant celebration of our community in action. We took immense pride in watching our students put their leadership, communication, and public speaking skills into practice. Whether they were managing the Book Fair, mentoring younger peers through arts and crafts, or confidently presenting our curriculum to guests, our students prov

On November 17 and December 8, our young artists participated in a special pottery art event that sparked excitement throughout the school. Throughout the sessions, the children eagerly explored a variety of colors, experimenting with bright, vibrant hues as they painted their pottery pieces. Their creativity flowed freely as they designed unique patterns, characters, and shapes, each piece reflecting their individual imagination and artistic style. By the end of the event, e

At Cornerstone, we guide students of all ages to celebrate the joy of learning through lively performances and presentations, showcasing their progress to friends and family. This tradition begins as early as three years old. These events provide incredible opportunities for our students to build confidence through public speaking, which, in turn, enhances their language skills. Recently, our youngest champions from the Piglet Class and Panda Class, all three and four years o

This year, Cornerstone’s Chinese New Year Celebration took place on Saturday, February 1. Despite the rainy weather, the Cornerstone...

The Mid-Autumn Festival, which celebrates family reunion, is the second biggest holiday in Chinese culture. On the evening of Friday,...

What better way to celebrate a wonderful year of learning than spending quality time with our friends and families? The Piglet...

To celebrate their theme learning topic about the spring, specifically about weather and insects, the students in the Panda and Piglet...

Lunar New Year is the most important holiday in the Chinese-speaking world, including here at Cornerstone. This year, the Cornerstone...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, our students, teachers, and families are more committed than ever to learning together. We are currently...

Cornerstone students hosted a Chinese New Year celebration on February 9, 2019, that included three wonderful performances. Lunar New...

The Mandarin Kids preschool program celebrated the end of the school year with a field trip to Shoup Park in Los Altos. Our most recent...