Student Re-Enrollment Agreements are DUE on Monday, February 9.
 2026-2027 Re-Enrollment Agreements for Returning Students are available in your parent portal and DUE on Monday, February 9.
We look forward to the 2026 - 2027 school year! The board has approved a tuition increase of 4.5%, to cover the increasing costs of an independent school education, while ensuring faculty and staff continue to receive competitive compensation packages.
Please log in to your CougarNet online portal to renew the re-enrollment agreement for the 2026 - 2027 school year. ALL parents connected to the child/ren must sign the agreement using their own Blackbaud account login, or the agreement will not be submitted.
DO NOT LOG IN AS YOUR CHILD.
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Questions? For tuition payment questions, please contact Stephanie Chang in the Business Office and for other enrollment questions, please contact Marianne Ryan, Director of Enrollment Management.
We look forward to another
great year in 2026-2027!
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Mothers and Grands Visiting Day
A Day of Love, Learning and Connection
 Thank you for being part of the Clairbourn community on Mothers and Grands Visiting Day. Our students beamed with pride as they welcomed mothers, grandparents, and special guests into their classrooms, sharing a glimpse of their daily learning and school life. Your time, presence, and support made the day truly meaningful and left a lasting impression on our students. We are grateful for the role you play in their educational journey and for the love and encouragement you bring to our community. |
Science in Action
How Engineers Turn Wastewater
into Clean Water
The sixth grade is currently learning about natural resources in science class, and the students were pleased to welcome engineer and kindergarten parent Priya Khandelwal for a special presentation. Water is a precious resource, especially here in southern California, and Ms. Khandelwal shared her expertise from working on wastewater treatment plants that capture and clean used water. The students submitted questions ahead of time which were answered in the presentation.
 The most common question was "How long does it take to clean the water?" The answer is: 3-4 days. Ms. Khandelwal also brought supplies for the students to build water cleaning devices of their own using cotton balls, coffee filters, and aquarium sand. Thank you to Ms. Khandelwal for sharing your time and knowledge with the sixth grade students! |
Clairbourn Insights
First Graders Shine in Public Speaking!
At Clairbourn, public speaking begins at a young age. Students not only attend Morning Assembly, but they also demonstrate their abilities in their classrooms on a daily basis. This week, first graders shared their favorite book with their classmates. Each student wrote a review, illustrated artwork for the book, delivered a presentation in front of the class, and answered questions from their peers. Students gain confidence through this experience while learning how to form and share opinions!
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January Drop
Everything & Build
Well done, Cougar Engineers!
On our special visiting day, the middle school students and their visitors were challenged to build paper airplanes that could travel the farthest distance while carrying the most weight, in the form of pennies. One point was earned for each centimeter of distance, plus five points were earned for each penny. Engineering teams and their visitors needed to decide if they were going to prioritize distance or weight, or if they were going to try to optimize both as best they could.
 In the end, in the sixth grade, the runners-up were Everest and Jason, and the farthest distance with the greatest weight was achieved by Stanley, Benjamin, and Jonathan’s paper airplane. In the seventh grade, the runners-up were Daniel and Jeremy, and the airplane that traveled the most distance with the most weight was engineered by Emma and Celine. Lastly, in the eighth grade, the runners-up were Victor and Cary, and the most successful plane in the entire middle school, by a lot, was built by Alex and Mark.
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Clairbourn Families Association (CFA)
CFA Parent Breakfast Social and Meeting is on February 10
Please join us at our next Parent Breakfast Social and CFA Meeting on Tuesday, February 10 in the Manor House, right after morning assembly. Enjoy coffee and refreshments, nice conversations with fellow parents, news about upcoming events and a chance to win a raffle prize! Hope to see you there!
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You Are Cordially
Invited to the
Centennial Benefit Gala
 Please join us for Clairbourn's biggest fundraiser of the year! The Centennial Benefit Gala will be held at The Langham on Saturday, March 14 at 5 p.m. Join us for an evening of dinner, dancing, live entertainment, and bid on an array of exciting items. Remember, 100% of all benefit proceeds go directly to the school. Dress is cocktail attire or 1920s themed attire. Buy Gala Tickets Here!Sponsorship Opportunities
Join us for a memorable evening as we celebrate the Centennial Benefit Gala. This special night will bring together our community to honor our history, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future. We hope you’ll be part of this once-in-a-century celebration.
$10,000 DIAMOND CHAMPION
Includes Ten (10) complimentary tickets, VIP table for TEN, special name recognition (at gala, signage on campus, gala program, auction booklet and eCourier), special gift for each guest
Includes Four (4) complimentary tickets, premium seating, special name recognition (signage on campus, gala program, auction booklet and eCourier)
TEACHER’S GALA TICKET FUND
Your contribution supplements the cost of the gala ticket for all Clairbourn teachers, faculty and staff. Includes special name recognition (eCourier)
Auction Donations
 Our Benefit Auction will take place from March 6 -14. We are seeking in-kind donations - luxury goods, travel packages, event tickets, restaurant vouchers, spa treatments, memorabilia, or unique experiences. Every contribution supports our school and students. The deadline to make your contribution to the auction is Friday, February 20th. To donate, please submit the auction form or contact CFA for more information.
Special Langham Hotel Room Offer
 CFA x The Langham have collaborated to offer a special discounted hotel room rate for Clairbourn families. For the gala night of March 14, a discounted rate of $379 (standard rate $429) plus taxes and fees. There are only TEN (10) rooms available. For more information and booking, please contact Brian Chung.
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NO SCHOOL 2/13 — 2/17 due to Presidents Day and Teacher In-Service Day |
Important Dates
February 6:
• Free Dress
February 10:
• Pizza Lunch Day
• All School Morning Assembly
• Used Uniform Sale
• CFA Meeting and Parent Breakfast Social
February 12:
• Panda Lunch Day
• Wear Red, Pink, or White-Shirt Day
• Girl Scout Cookie Sale by Transportation
February 13 - 17:
No School Due to Presidents Day and Teacher In-Service Day
February 19:
• Taco Lunch Day
February 20:
• Free Dress
• Girl Scout Cookie Sale by Transportation
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Used uniform sale!
Tuesday, February 10
8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
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Trimester 3 Parker-Anderson and Lango Classes
Sign up for Parker-Anderson and Lango third trimester enrichment classes and extended care. The deadline for class enrollment is February 26. Classes begin on March 2.
Please see the attached flyers for details:
Lango PK - K After School Language Classes
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Clairbourn Family Associations (CFA): Join Today!
CFA is looking for dedicated parent volunteers to join us in organizing exciting events and supporting our school community. If you're passionate about contributing to a positive learning environment and creating memorable experiences for our students, we'd love to have you on board. Your time and commitment make a real difference. Let's work together to make this Clairbourn community extraordinary! Please email Dana Lee Wong, CFA Parliamentarian.
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Clairbourn Life
Enjoy a glimpse into our vibrant school life!
From Parent Book Club to students connecting with friends on the playground or kicking balls on the field, we invite you to experience some of the magical moments around campus. Log in to Vidigami to view and download more photos! Please email Mrs. Zamora for Vidigami support. |
February is Black History Month
Student Council presented on Misty Copeland in honor of Black History Month, an annual observance each February that celebrates the achievements of African Americans.
Born in 1982 and raised in San Pedro, California, Misty Copeland grew up as one of six siblings and discovered her love for movement at a young age. After her talent stood out at a middle school dance audition, she was invited to study ballet through the Boys & Girls Club and soon earned a lead role in The Nutcracker. Despite financial challenges and long commutes, she continued training with the support of her teacher.
Photo by Darren Thomas / Queensland Performing Arts Centre, courtesy American Ballet Theatre.
Misty went on to join the American Ballet Theatre, where she made history as the first African American principal ballerina, the highest rank in the company. A fun fact about Misty is that she is also an author, and one of her books is Firebird. Beyond dancing, she has appeared on television and founded organizations that expand access to the arts and support communities in need.
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