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Cornerstone Named Top Small Workplace in Atlanta
Cornerstone has been named the Top Small Workplace in the 2019 Atlanta Journal-Constitution Top Workplaces contest. Results were published in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's special Top Workplaces feature on Sunday, March 3.
Additionally, Head of School Jeanne Borders was named winner of the 2019 Top Workplaces Leadership special award for small workplaces.
Cornerstone was named a Top Workplace by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution in 2016 and 2017. This is the first time the school has placed No. 1.
The evaluation for the Top Workplaces program is based upon feedback from an anonymous employee survey. More than 4,300 companies were nominated or asked to participate in the 2019 Top Workplaces contest by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and its partner, Energage. Using survey results, a list of 150 workplaces was compiled, consisting of 20 large companies (500 or more employees), 55 midsize companies (150-499 employees), and 75 small companies (149 or fewer employees).
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All School News
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- Fri, Mar 8, 3 to 7 p.m. in the gym
- Anyone aged 16 and up may donate blood
- Students who donate blood may wear their favorite jeans and T-shirt on Mon, Mar 11
- Walk-ins Welcome - Registration is NOT required
- If you would like to reserve a spot, sign up below
Please contact Mrs. Wynn if you have any questions.
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Invite your friends and family to experience an evening of Cornerstone arts featuring our K-12 art students and an A cappella concert.
- Sat, Mar 9, in the Den
- Art Show | 6 to 7 p.m.
- Concert | 7:15 to 8 p.m.
Free to attend. Please invite your friends and family.
Questions? Please email Alison Luke.
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The Atlanta Science Festival is fun for the whole family and runs Mar 9-23. We encourage you to take a look at the many educational opportunities available for the academic enrichment of your student.
- The annual two-week festival celebrates local science and technology and features more than 100 events throughout metro Atlanta.
- Festival events feature hands-on activities, tours, tastings, and performances from more than 100 partner organizations, including school districts, post-secondary institutions, museums, businesses, civic and community groups.
- Many events are FREE.
- Click here to learn more
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- Collection from Tue, Feb 26: $201.48
- Current Balance: $1,286.48
Only 2 more collection dates to meet our goal! Next collection day is Tue, Mar 26.
If students reach their monthly goal of $500, they will receive an extra 5 minutes of recess for that month!
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Elementary News
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Sign up and pay for field trips at the front desk by Tue, Mar 12.
Please contact Pastor Nolan with any questions.
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Please join us on Thu, Mar 14, at 8:30 a.m. in the Den for an interactive event to help us manage our students' screen time and content on devices.
This will be a working session led by Amy Wilson. Please bring your device (i.e. cell phone, tablet). We look forward to seeing you there.
Standardized testing dates for grades 3 & 5 have changed.
We have revised testing dates due to some elementary teachers assisting with secondary IMPACT. Please see the revised test dates below.
Testing is online and will be conducted during English and Math classes.
Test Dates
- Grade 3: Tue, 3/12 & Thu, 3/14
- Grade 4: Tue, 3/19 & Thu, 3/21
- Grade 5: Tue, 3/26 & Thu, 3/28
Grades 5/6: Bring your fully-charged Chromebook.
Note:
- There are no make-up testing dates.
- Testing is only for students enrolled in CPA English and Math classes.
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Secondary News
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Attention Secondary: New GICAA sport starting up for boys and girls in grades 9-12 for 2019-20. Please come to the meeting if you are interested in shotgun.
- Fri, Mar 15, 4 p.m. in the gym
- Current eighth-graders interested but unable to attend the meeting due to the MS Dance need to complete this form.
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Middle School: be ready for an evening of dancing and more!
- Fri, Mar 15, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Den
- Snacks provided
- Dress is Sunday Casual
- Dresses should be 3" above knee or lower
- Straps should be at least two fingers wide
NOTE: For current middle school students only, and no dates please
Contact Pastor Nolan with any questions.
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IMPACT is Mar 25-29!
Parents are REQUIRED to attend a meeting on Mon, Mar 18, at 7:45 a.m.
- At the meeting, you will receive a detailed itinerary for the week as well as sign waivers.
IMPACT Parent Meeting Locations:
- Ark Encounter | G101
- Backyard Adventures | G105
- If the Earth Were a Golfball... (Mrs. Sparks & Mrs. Wynn) | G102
- If the Earth Were a Golfball... (Mrs. Haas & Mrs. Pitzer) | G112
- Pathways of Paul - Journey Through Greece | G103
- Sewing Kindness | G106
- SIFAT | B122
- So You Think You Can Dance? | B118
- Standing Firm | G110
- Surfs Up! | B124
- The Thrill of Hope | G104
- Vamos a Ecuador! | G107
- Video Heroes | B113
- Wonderous Works | B114
Contact Mrs. Conrey with any questions.
As mentioned at the State of the School, we have made some adjustments to our spring exam schedule. Please see the new schedule below so you can plan accordingly.
- MS tests will be 1 hour, not 1.5 hours
- HS will now test M/W/F
Students will test only in the subjects - English, math, science - in which they are enrolled at Cornerstone.
Please note, students should not attend school during testing hours if they do not take that particular course at Cornerstone.
Mon, Mar 11
- 8:30-12:05 Grade 8 math testing | Grade 7 regular morning classes
- 12:10-3:45 Grade 7 English testing | Grade 8 regular afternoon classes & electives
Wed, Mar 13
- 8:30-12:05 Grade 7 math testing | Grade 8 regular morning classes
- 12:10-3:45 Grade 8 English testing | Grade 7 regular afternoon classes & electives
Helpful testing hints:
- Ensure device is fully charged
- Bring a power cord if the device will not hold a charge for the duration of the entire school day
- Get plenty of rest
- Be prepared with a nutritious breakfast and lunch
- There are no make-up testing dates
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Athletic News
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Congratulations to the following students for being chosen for the GICAA Basketball All-Stars.
- GICAA All-Star, All-Region, All-State: Austin Redd, 10
- GICAA All-Star Alternate, All-Region: Joshua Greene, 11
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All Cornerstone students who attend any opening night of Cougar sports will receive a ticket for a free concession item up to $1.
Due to weather conditions, the Student Nights for soccer have been rescheduled.
UPDATED Student Night Games:
- Girls soccer: Tue, Mar 12, at 4 p.m.
- Boys soccer: Thu, Mar 14, at 4:30 p.m.
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Fine Arts News
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Our musical theatre class made quite the impression on the two world-renowned judges they performed in front of at the Junior Theater Festival in January. Read all about it in the Marietta Daily Journal article.
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This Week at CPA
Upcoming Athletic Events
Mark Your Calendar
Mar 9 | VISION Fine Arts / A Cappella Concert
Mar 15 | MS Dance
Mar 18 | IMPACT Mandatory Parents Meeting
Mar 25-29 | IMPACT
Apr 1-5 | Spring Break
Apr 11 | Elementary Mother/Son Game Day
Apr 13 | Junior/Senior Prom
Apr 19 | Good Friday, No School
Apr 30 | Elementary Field Day
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