Academics

Educational Philosophy
We believe an exceptional Christian education employs a variety of research-informed methods with a Biblical worldview to facilitate the personal and academic development of each child while deeply rooting them in their faith and moral values.
Through interdisciplinary instruction, application of Biblical principles and collaboration with families and spiritual leaders, we equip young believers to stand firm in their faith and be successful in any arena they pursue.
Our program offers a comprehensive academic curriculum to instruct the core subjects of English, Mathematics, Science, History, Visual Art, and Performing Arts as well as various electives, including Art, Technology, Drama, Music, and Physical Education. The experienced faculty at Cornerstone Academy desire to help each student to believe they are capable of learning and reaching their full potential.
We believe that learning should be dynamic, fun, and engaging. Our teachers instruct using multi-sensory lessons that meet the needs of every student.
At Cornerstone Academy, learning extends beyond the classroom. Students participate in monthly field trips that support our academic instruction, while also building a close-knit community.
Special Education Program
Cornerstone Academy welcomes students of all learning styles and abilities, including those with learning differences. Our Special Education Program has a long-standing history of serving students with learning differences with excellence. With a 5:1 student to teacher ratio, our experienced staff intruct small classes that allow students with learning differences to thrive, as they receive the focused attention they need. Cornerstone Academy’s Special Education Program is equipped to provide instruction for children who have special needs including:
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Dyslexia
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Socialization Issues
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Academic Skills Disorders
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Recovery Credits
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Attention Disorders
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School Phobias
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Processing Deficits
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Pervasive Developmental Disorders
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Language Disorders
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Home Hospital Instruction
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Anxiety Disorders
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HSA Course Credits
We offer a reading and writing workshop class to support our struggling readers using the Orton-Gillingham approach. The Orton-Gillingham methodology combines direct instruction and multi-sensory teaching strategies with systematic, sequential lessons focused on phonics. Concepts are taught in ways that engage visual, auditory, and kinesthetic pathways. Each concept is taught in sequential, small parts that build upon one another, beginning from basic primary concepts to more advanced phonetic patterns.
STAFF DIRECTORY
Danielle Ngalibika
Principal
Orton Gillingham Teacher
Kimberly Kirk
Business Manager
Science Teacher
Math Teacher
Jessica Helfer
Nurse
Health Teacher
Kelly Griffin
Social Studies Teacher
Migdalia Goba
English Teacher
Orton Gillingham Teacher
Janet Horst
Piano Instructor
Vocal Instructor
Martin Libby
Drama Teacher
Mary Ann Sterling
Math Teacher
Orton Gillingham Teacher
Health Teacher
Anna Will
P.E. Teacher