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General Information

Additional information may be obtained from the PVPUSD and/or by contacting Fred London, Cornerstone School Site Administrator at (310) 378-0324

We commit to the education of the whole child; physical, emotional, intellectual, and social. We believe in helping each child to be challenged with the excitement of discovery. At Cornerstone, every day holds an exciting new experience, and school activities are looked upon as a part of life, valued in and of themselves.

We commit to the stimulation of each child's natural curiosity and the joy of learning. Children are born learners, and given the proper environment and tools, they will continue to do so all their lives.

We commit to the nurturing of each child's positive self-image, personal self-discipline and respect, in an atmosphere of trust. Equally as important as the academics is the confidence and self-esteem that each child develops. Children learn best when they feel good about themselves and when they are taught in a supportive environment.

We commit to the development of each child's critical and creative thinking processes for problem solving, conflict resolution, self discipline and interpersonal communication.

We commit to education as an extension of the family and will encourage active family participation in our children's learning experience as well as the School. The Administration and Teaching Staff are committed to working with the families in this kind of learning environment.

It is our hope that our children will become whole beings, capable of giving to this world more than they take, sharing who they are, aware of the choices they have to make, capable of making those choices, and will be secure enough to live with their choices while sharing in the creation of the future.

A parent participation school serves a dual role of educating both the parent and child. While the child receives an excellent education, which includes the loving support of involved parents, the parent has the unique opportunity to witness their child's development and to learn from the professional staff and other parents.

In addition to inservice training, the school will provide the opportunity for parents to enjoy speakers and workshops on current topics in child development and parent-child dynamics. Parent education classes will be offered on a regular basis. Friendships with other Member families who share mutual ideas in also one of the many benefits that a parent participation school offers.

GOALS FOR THE CHILD

A feeling of self-worth and understanding

The ability to accept reasonable limits

Trust and confidence in adults

Openness to creative expression

Getting along with other children

Awareness of the world around him/her

Inquiry into many things

Qualitative development of body movement

Increase of intellectual awareness and curiosity

An understanding of the feelings of others

Responsibility in the use and care of materials

Spontaneity

GOALS FOR THE PARENT

Sensitivity to and appreciation for the uniqueness of each child

Cooperation in working with other adults

Sharing of talents and resources

Understanding child development - social, emotional, physical, and intellectual

Handling discipline in a constructive way - a way that promotes self-discipline

Being comfortable and confident while working with children at school

Being able to recognize and accept a child's feelings

The Board Meets on the first Tuesday of each month at the Cornerstone Multi-Purpose Room at 7:00 p.m. All telephone numbers are in Area Code 310

President:		Sally Liebfried, 377-0137 fax 544-0354
President Elect:	Leslie Chambers, 530-4543 work: 592-4200 ext.212
Parliamentarian:	Kathy Kerstein,	831-1944
Secretary:		Lisle Dewar, 378-8065
Treasurer:		Darin Knight, 377-4012
Ways & Means Co-Chairs:
			Karen Mitchell, 791-0035
			Mary Ellen Semel, 	377-2813
Membership:		Jodi Larson, 		373-0460
Participation:	Kathy McNab, 541-7459 work: 781-9395, fax 781-9295
Maintenance & Site Safety:
			Matt Garland, 378-1545
Hospitality:		Barbara Moore, 375-2205
Communications & Public Relations:	
			Jennifer Laity, 544-1241, fax 544-0707
Education:		Barbara Bergsteinsson, 547-0737
Technology Co-Chairs:
			John Ayoob, 540-5116
			Kevin Brown, 547-3742

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