At Cornerstone Schools our mission is to provide an exceptional educational
opportunity, by creating an environment where students are well prepared for
whatever adult pursuits they may choose. Through a combination of
challenging, creative and thoughtful programs each student will become
knowledgeable, independent, respectful and resourceful. Our approach
stresses academics, athletics and the arts, mixed with accountability,
honesty and ethics all to provide the nurturing foundation from which
successful adults can grow.
Cornerstone Schools’ Structure
Our philosophy of education rests on the Four Cornerstones of Learning:
SMALL CLASS SIZE
Education research has shown that small class sizes aid in a child’s ability
to focus, learn and comprehend his/her coursework. At Cornerstone Schools,
small class size is defined more strictly than the student teacher ratio,
which is often times confusing and misleading.
CUSTOMIZED ONE ON ONE INSTRUCTION
Cornerstone Schools are student centered in order to meet the educational
needs of each individual student. Within each class of 15 students there are
several small groups of children working at their own pace to achieve
mastery of the curriculum.
FOCUS ON FUNDAMENTALS
At Cornerstone Schools, we believe that mastering reading, writing and
mathematics is critical in early education. These skills determine the
success of a child’s educational career and future success in adulthood.
SUCCESSFUL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
In addition to small class sizes, research shows that children learn best in
smaller environments. Cornerstone Schools buildings were built and furnished
with successful learning in mind:
Classrooms and hallways are carpeted to minimize noise.
Natural light is available in each classroom to minimize glare and eye
strain from florescent lighting.
Trees surround the buildings to provide a bird’s eye view of nature right
from the classroom.
Green plants are found throughout the building to aid in air quality.