Head of School Update
How We Approach Things Counts
Dear Clairbourn Families,
I have been reflecting on what makes our Clairbourn family so strong when the rest of the world seems so divided.
I think the answer lies in our approach to problems so beautifully expressed in a line from a Morning Assembly hymn. It says quite simply, “Shepherd, show me how to go.”
Members of this school community, with their focus on ethics and character education, are in the habit of being mindful about how we approach our problems, be they social, academic, or community-related, to make sure we're meeting a spiritual standard to show heart and care for one another.
I think it is a wonderful way to approach our current political environment, and really any situation. It certainly doesn’t suggest that we all need to take the same steps or vote for the same person or party. However, we all have an obligation within our community, our country, and our world to treat everyone, even those who hold a different view, with respect, kindness, and love!
How we go about our interactions is far more important than what we may disagree about. Together, we can handle any "what" if we all are conscious of our "how."
At Clairbourn, we are united by our common interest in the progress, learning, joy, and safety of the children. We are bonded together over shared acts of kindness like supporting the CFA events or fundraising efforts of the Student Council. We are focused as a community on our common humanity and our shared values.
And most importantly, we are joined in our common mission to Create Scholars and Leaders with Heart! These things bring us together and are a model for the world at large, so keep it up Clairbourn!
I am grateful to have such a supportive and committed community.
Amy Patzlaff, Ed.D.
Head of School
Student Council
Candy and Cards Drive - Donate by 11/6
Your Cards Count! We're collecting student-made Thank You Cards for first responders and service members.
Students should only sign their first names, and they should not write any date (so that Operation Gratitude can use them at any time). Please feel free to drop them off in transportation between the hours of 9am and 3pm today through Friday, Nov. 6.
Donate Your Leftover Candy!
Our Annual Candy Drive for Operation Gratitude is happening through November 6. If you have any leftover Halloween candy, please feel free to drop it off in transportation between the hours of 9am and 3pm.
Annual Fund is Launched
The Theme Is: One Big Grateful Heart!
Clairbourn's Annual Fund has kicked off this week and 100% of our Trustees have already donated to the Annual Fund!
We want to show our appreciation and our gratitude to each and every one of you in these trying times, which inspired our theme, One Big Grateful Heart!
The Annual Fund is chaired this year by two long-time parents with a combined 27 years of engagement with the Clairbourn community, Bhart Manwani and Livia Aryananda. Also, be sure to watch for emails from your Grade-Level Captains.
All gifts are 100% tax deductible. Every donation counts and your gift makes a key difference in all aspects of your child's education at Clairbourn.
Annual Fund Donation Levels To Consider:
Life Benefactor - $20,000 and Up
President Circle - $10,000 - $19,999
Founder Circle - $5,000 - $9,999
Trustee Circle - $2,500 - $4,999
Head of School Circle - $1,000 - $2,499
Cougar Circle – Up to $999
Donate OnlineDonating By Check:
Please make checks payable to Clairbourn School
and then mail them to this address:
Clairbourn School
Attn: Development Office
8400 Huntington Dr.
San Gabriel 91775.
We would love to get 100% participation in 100 days. Please pledge or donate online by Feb. 8th, 2021.Have Questions? Email development@clairbourn.org Thank you to our Annual Fund Co-Chairs, Livia and Bhart, and all the Captains (Jun Lau, Siyi Zhao, Ting Sung, Dana Wong, Kate Liu, and Lucy Balikian) this year!Janny Chang, PhDDirector of Development and Alumni
Time to Apply!
Clairbourn Applications are Coming In
 If your family has additional children that you want to attend Clairbourn, or if you have friends that are interested in attending, now is the time to Apply Online. We've been getting a steady stream of applications since October 1st. Be sure to secure official applicant status so you don't miss out on consideration for your desired grade level.
If friends want to attend one of our Virtual Tour Meetings, they can Book a Tour for December 5, or can choose another date when more are added. Have questions? Contact our Director of Enrollment Management Karen Paciorek at admissions@clairbourn.org.
CFA Activities!
Restaurant Fundraiser-Dan Modern Chinese
 Join us for our next restaurant fundraiser at Dan Modern Chinese in Pasadena. Call in or stop by Tuesday or Wednesday, November 17 and 18 from 4-8pm and 20% of your order will be donated to Clairbourn. Be sure to mentionClairbourn or show the fundraiser flyer (printed or digital). when you order. Bring This Flyer | Menu
Virtual Challenge Party - Nov. 13 at 4pm
Are you ready to Win It in a Minute? The CFA is hosting a Virtual Challenge Party for Grade 3, 4, & 5 students. Kids will go head-to-head in fun and hilarious one-minute challenges. The host will have kids stacking, counting,
crawling, and catching with non-stop laughing and screaming. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have some virtual fun with your classmates!
Visit the Clairbourn Store to reserve and buy a spot by Monday, November 9.
Be sure to write your child’s name, grade and the email address you would like the Zoom link emailed to in the comment section. The Zoom link and a list of materials needed for the challenges will be provided when you reserve a spot.
More Virtual Parties to Come
The CFA will host more virtual parties for all grades in the coming months. Be sure to check this weekly eCourier for upcoming events. Have questions? Please contact Miriam Cruz at mncrdesign@gmail.com or Connie Kim at clee99@gmail.com.
Book Fair Wrap-Up
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Thank you to our incredible Clairbourn Community for their support of the 2020 Virtual Book Fair. Your participation and your generous donations to the wishlists made our first virtual book fair a memorable and successful event.
A special thank you goes to our Book Fair Chairs, Lisa Li and Siyi Zhao for their dedication and hard work in making this event a success. Keep on reading and we’ll see you at our next book fair!
Surprise "Clue" Activity
Mystery Solved by Clever Middle-Schoolers
Our heart-filled teachers went to great lengths to ensure Middle School students had stimulating activities to enjoy on October 30th (the day Clairbourn usually has Halloween activities and a costume parade).
One of the activities was a surprise Clue murder mystery game. Through a clever use of the Zoom platform, teachers devised a way for students to play along virtually and solve the crime!
When they logged in for class, Mrs. Barker explained that normal school work was off the table because the students needed to solve a murder in the Manor House! She shared the rules of the game and instructed them to visit a variety of teacher-specific Zoom rooms, where they met Clue Characters played by the middle school teachers. While there, students looked for clues to uncover who they thought might be the murderer and determine the type of weapon that was used. Two rounds of the game were played. Once the students got the hang of it, they really got into the action, and then enjoyed some post-game Kahoots quizzes later in the day.
Recharge Your Studies!
YouTube Study Sessions Enhance Focus
 Could your student use a helping hand with focusing on work? Sometimes it's no fun to study in silent solitude. But, thanks to a recommendation from 7th-grader Michelle Y. and some links provided by teacher Mrs. Barker, we've got a great tip to share! Make YouTube Study Sessions part of your student's study routine. You can choose videos with ambient sounds, music, or people "working with you." You can combine it with the Pomodoro timing technique if the video has no timer. (Unless you are a YouTube subscriber, ads will interrupt the video session from time to time.)
Here are some example study session videos:
More About the Pomodoro Technique
Chunk your work time into 25 minute sessions and then take a break, starting again after a five minute break. Learn more here.
Morning Assembly
Catch up On Morning Assembly Messages
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Parent/Teacher Conferences
You only have until Monday, Nov. 9 at 3pm to book a meeting for the Nov. 11 Conference Day for Grades K-5.
 Use this link to schedule a conference time with your child's teacher. Enter event code: ztjmg
Please note: There is NO SCHOOL for Grades K-8 on Parent/Teacher Conference day Wednesday, Nov. 11.
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Scholar Thoughts:
Apply What You Know!
"Knowledge isn’t power until it’s applied."
- Dale Carnegie, American lecturer, author, and pioneer in the field of public speaking and the psychology of the successful personality.
Clairbourn is
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Alumni Event for the Class Years 2012-2020
Alums from class years 2012-2020 are invited to Trivia Night on Nov. 6th, 4:30 p.m. There will be prizes! Fill out this Google form by Wednesday, Nov. 4th to receive a Zoom link for the event. Questions? Contact us at alumni@clairbourn.org.
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Thanksgiving Dinner Plans
Now is the time to make reservations to have Thanksgiving takeout, catering, or book an outdoor dining option for your family at some of LA's best restaurants. Check out these listings of who will be open:NoorToGoMomsLALAMagLA.EaterDiscoverLosAngeles
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Inspiration From Alumni
 Allison Knight Morrissey, Class of 1998, works for A Step Beyond, an afterschool youth development program as the Development Director. She is passionate about providing services for families in need. She says, " The biggest advantages of attending Clairbourn were the character education and ethics. All of my teachers taught us to think about others, to give back to our communities, and to be civically minded. All of these life lessons have served me well in my nonprofit career."
Read The Full Interview
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Staying Healthy: Get Moving!
Physical movement can help you cope with what you can't control.
Psychcentral.com recently shared research that, "individuals who participate in a regular yoga practice are better able to manage strong emotions....Also, moving our bodies promotes blood circulation and releases tension, which is exactly what you need to do when overwhelmed by life circumstances.”
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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!
with the details including a photo or video if you have one.
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Computer Support
If you need technical help for CougarNet or device help, contact our computer teacher Mr. Barker. pbarker@clairbourn.org |
Community Support
Check out our COVID-19 Resources Page designed to help kids keep busy, families stay healthy, and parents be supported. |
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