The Engineering Design Challenge - The Building and Testing Phase

This week first through eighth-grade students have been participating in a week-long Crane Engineering Design Challenge. Engineers from Skanska, a world leading project development and construction group, explained to students how the structure of a crane works and also shared a couple projects they are currently working on. Following the presentation, students went to work on their crane designs and assembly with guidance from our visiting Skanska engineers. Today, students did their last test runs and the top qualifying students from each grade will participate in the final test held tomorrow after Morning Assembly.

Join Us for the Engineering Design Challenge Finals Tomorrow

Tomorrow, students who qualified will put their final crane designs to the test to see how much weight their cranes can hold. We invite you to join us for this exciting event and to celebrate the students' hard work and innovation. The final design test will take place in the MPB directly after Morning Assembly. We hope to see you there!

Congratulations To Clairbourn Runners!

Clairbourn Trustee Jane Marks and Head of School Amy Patzlaff just ran the 13.1-mile Pasadena Half-Marathon on Sunday, January 19. They joined 11,000 other runners celebrating fitness and personal accomplishment, as well as those raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House charity. The race began at the Rose Bowl, wound its way past city landmarks, and then ended on the field adjacent to the Rose Bowl. Way to go Jane and Amy!

Last Call - Sign Up For After-School Classes!

The deadline to apply to third quarter enrichment classes is tomorrow, Friday, January 24. Download your desired class forms below and follow the vendor instructions to register.

Class List:

Questions? Email Michelle Cogswell at mcogswell@clairbourn.org

Sign Up For Quarter 3 Daycare: Grades 1-8

Parker-Anderson provides our after-school care on our campus. Parker-Anderson offers a great program for daycare, complete with snacks, activities, and homework supervision. To sign up for the third quarter program held on our campus, please see Grades 1-8 flyer and visit the Parker-Anderson website so you can register directly with them.

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You Are Cordially Invited To The Lights, Camera, Auction Benefit!

Please join us for Clairbourn's biggest fundraiser of the year! The Lights, Camera, Auction benefit will be held on Saturday, February 29, 2020 in Noor's Sophia Ballroom at the Paseo Colorado. Join us for dinner and live entertainment, and bid on an array of fun items. This is an event you won't want to miss! Remember, all proceeds go directly to the school. Dress is cocktail attire.

RSVP's are due on February 13, 2020! Please return them to Jason Nava or to the envelope in the Reception Office.

In Need Of Child Care For The Benefit?

Want to go to the benefit but don't have anyone to watch your children? We are coordinating with MyGym, conveniently located next door to Noor, to watch your child/children. There are spots for 20 children (must be potty trained) for $75 per child. You can drop you child off at 6 pm and pick them up by 10:30 pm. They will provide pizza and entertainment for the children. Please fill out this form and return it to Ting Sung if you are interested. Question? Email Ting Sung for more information.

Become A Benefit Patron

If you would like to be a sponsor (individual/family or business) of the benefit, please see the Patron Form.

Patron Levels:

$3,000 The Oscars

Premium seating at the event

Access to Private Sneak Preview of auction items

Special recognition in the Program and Benefit Booklet

Special recognition on Video Screens at event

Thank You signage around campus

Thank You gift bag

$2,000 The Golden Globes

Two (2) complimentary tickets to the event

Special recognition in the Program and Benefit Booklet

Thank You signage around campus

Thank You gift bag

$500 Business Sponsorship

Includes a 5.5” x 8.5” ad in the Booklet (please provide

artwork to Jason@greenfoods.com by February 5)

For questions or to return form, please contact one of the following:

Jason Nava (Jason@greenfoods.com)

Siyi Zhao (maroliv1109@gmail.com)

Fiona Zhang (fanfan3688@gmail.com)

Student Accomplishments

Send In Your Student Updates!

Did your student win an award, learn a new skill, make something cool, have an adventure, or do a service project? We'd love to post it in the eCourier! Email Noelle Shoemake at nshoemake@clairbourn.org with the details including a photo or video if you have one.

Two Students' Inspiring Performance With The Piano Guys

On the evening of January 22, 2020, fourth-grader Wesley C. and seventh-grader Marcos I. had the privilege of performing on stage at the Microsoft Theater with the world famous musical group, The Piano Guys. The song they performed was called “Beethoven’s 5 Secrets,” which is a combination of One Republic’s hit song “Secrets” and Beethoven’s 5th Symphony. Performing in such a famous venue in front of thousands of people was a great experience they will never forget! Watch the incredible performance below.