Friday, May 1st, our 1st graders enjoyed a wonderful field trip to the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo. During the visit, students participated in a specialized lesson using live carnivorous plants as a model for study. After observing how these plants capture their prey, the children worked in teams to design their own Hexbug traps in an engaging engineering challenge. It was a joy to see the plant and animal concepts we’ve studied over the last two months come to life. Beyond

At Cornerstone, we firmly believe that physical fitness and good sportsmanship are the cornerstones of a well-rounded education. On April 24, our community demonstrated these values in action during Sports Day! The excitement started weeks ago as students were divided into eight spirited teams. In a display of mentorship and school pride, each team was headed by a fifth-grade leader. When the big day arrived, the energy was electric as each group performed their cheers to kic

Our 4th graders had a truly enriching experience at the Sierra Outdoor School! By "traveling back" to the 1850s, the students gained hands-on insight into the Gold Rush era. They mastered three different gold-panning techniques and learned the traditional Me-Wuk method of grinding acorns into flour. Beyond the history lessons, this trip was a milestone for personal growth. The students adapted beautifully to new living conditions, practiced independence, and relied on teamwor

For the fourth consecutive year, our 5th-grade students embarked on a life-changing journey to Taiwan. This isn't just a trip; it is a hallmark of our sister-school exchange program—a two-week immersion designed to turn students into global citizens. By stepping out of the classroom and into the vibrant culture of Taiwan, our students experienced a transformation that only firsthand discovery can provide. Lessons That Live Beyond the Classroom Our students returned with a gen