Important Reminder:
Uniform Dress Code
As we strive to maintain a positive and respectful learning environment at Clairbourn, we kindly remind you of our school uniform policy. Please ensure your child comes to school dressed according to these guidelines every day.
Special FORMAL Dress Uniform is worn on special days. Please note the next FORMAL dress uniform day is on Friday, November 22.
Lower School —
Option 1: Jumpers with white top
Option 2: White button down shirt with Clairbourn tie and khaki pants |
Middle School —
Option 1: white button down shirt with khaki skirt
Option 2: White button down shirt with Clairbourn tie and khaki pants |
Daily Uniform Options: Grades K-5
 * Shirt: (1) short or long-sleeve collared polo shirt or turtleneck in maize (yellow), navy, white or light blue (2) kids short sleeve polo shirt in light blue, classic navy or white (3) peter pan collar top in white or light blue (4) oxford shirt in white or light blue * Jumper: navy * Bottoms: chino pants, shorts, or skort in khaki or navy, or knit skort. No cargos.* Belt: brown belt recommended for all pants or shorts with belt loops (grades 2-5) * Leggings: may be worn under skorts, shorts and jumpers * Athletic shoes with socks Clairbourn crest is optional on all shirts.
Outerwear: Grades K-8
* Sweater: (1) cotton sweater in v-neck or crew-neck pullover style, in navy or yellow (2) V-neck sweater vest in navy only (3) crew-neck pullover sweatshirt, navy only
* Cardigan: zip-front cardigan in navy or button-front cardigan, in navy, white or yellow
* Jacket: fleece jacket, fleece-lined rain jacket or packable rain jacket in classic navy only
Crested outerwear is preferred. Solid navy outerwear is acceptable. Class sweatshirts are allowed for middle school only.
No other outerwear is permitted,
except on Free Dress days. |
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2024 Annual Fund
Did you know you can make a pledge in any amount to count as your participation? Pledges do not need to be fulfilled until June 30, 2025.
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Clairbourn Insights
Immersing in the Wonder of Science
In 6th grade science, students learned about the factors that affect weather. To find the dew point temperature, students cooled down a can of water until condensation finally formed. The dew point that day was very low, so there definitely would not have been dew on anyone's lawns in the morning!
 In 7th grade science, students learned about the parts of a cell and how they work together. The processes of diffusion and osmosis move water and other materials into and out of living cells, and the 7th graders observed the effects of this movement by putting potato slices in salt water and distilled water. There were big differences in the potato cells after just 24 hours.
These experiments not only helped students explore scientific concepts but also fostered curiosity and critical thinking. By engaging in hands-on activities, students gained a deeper understanding of how science applies to the world around them, sparking a lifelong interest in learning and discovery.
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Unleash the Magic of Halloween at Clairbourn
Halloween at Clairbourn was a day filled with tradition, music, and festive fun!
For over 15 years, it’s been a beloved Clairbourn tradition for the Clairbourn Band to kick off Halloween morning at the assembly with a spirited performance.
This year, the band delighted the audience with an arrangement of This Is Halloween from The Nightmare Before Christmas by Danny Elfman, and the song Grim Grinning Ghosts from the Haunted Mansion ride at Disneyland, with music by Buddy Baker. The performance brought plenty of enthusiastic audience interaction! In
addition to the music, students and faculty embraced the
Halloween spirit with a lively costume parade showcasing
their creativity and excitement for the season.
Thank you, Clairbourn Band, for a spectacular performance, and to everyone who made this Halloween one to remember! Log in to Vidigami to view and download more photos! Please email Mrs. Zamora for Vidigami support.
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Clairbourn Families Association (CFA)
Mark your calendars for our annual Teacher Appreciation Group Gift Card Drive: November 18 to December 6
Each holiday season, the CFA organizes a group gift card drive to help parents show their appreciation for our dedicated faculty and staff. Through our Group Gift Card Program, known as the Teacher Scrip, you can contribute to a collective gift for your child’s teachers, as well as recognize other faculty and staff who support your family throughout the year.
Personal-Use Scrip Gift Card Drive:
11/4 - 11/15
Please help support the CFA and our school by participating in the Scrip Program. The Scrip Program allows you to purchase physical gift cards from some of your favorite retailers and the school will get a percentage of all scrip purchases in return. Have questions?
Be a Vendor at this Year's Sugar Plum
The Sugar Plum chairs are looking for vendors for this year’s Sugar Plum event on December 13.
This cherished Clairbourn tradition will take place in the Manor House following the Morning Assembly. If you or someone you know would be interested in showcasing products as a vendor, please reach out to the Sugar Plum chairs. We look forward to seeing you there. Questions? Email the Sugar Plum chairs: Lucy Balikian, Betty Campana, Victoria Masuda
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Late start day on Monday 11/11. Students may not arrive before 9:30 a.m. School opens at 9:30 a.m., the doors open at 9:40 a.m. and school begins at 10:00 a.m. |
11/8 Clairbourn T-Shirt Day
11/11 Late Start Day
11/12 Habit Lunch Day
11/14 KFC Lunch Day
11/15 Free Dress
11/19 Panda Lunch Day
11/21 Taco Lunch Day
11/22 FORMAL Dress Uniform
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Dia de los Muertos
Día de los Muertos is a vibrant celebration that originated in Mexico, designed to honor our ancestors and recently departed loved ones.
The holiday was marked by an array of autumnal colors, festive food, celebrations and the creation of an "ofrenda" – an altar adorned with photos of our cherished family members, friends and loved ones.
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Preschoolers and Kindergarteners Early Learning STEM Event
Our youngest students, from JPK to kindergarten, have been hard at work preparing for their Early Learning STEM event, happening next week. This year's theme is The Three Little Pigs.
Students have been learning about different types of buildings—hotels, apartments, castles, houses, huts and more. They even took a walk to the Manor House, where they observed architectural details and sketched what they saw. Now, they’re challenged to build the strongest house.
What kind of structures will they create? Stay tuned for updates!
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Native American Heritage Month — Navajo Code Talkers
Did you know the Navajo Code Talkers played a crucial role in WWII? Chester Nez, one of the original 29 Navajo Marines, helped create an unbreakable code that confused Japanese forces, aiding the U.S. victory in the Pacific. Ironically, he had been punished as a child for speaking Navajo. In 1942, the Marine Corps recruited Navajo-English bilinguals, seeing the language’s complexity as ideal for secure coding.
Nez and his team faced hardship, working nonstop for days without food or rest and keeping their mission secret for 23 years. Once, he was nearly shot by American soldiers at Guadalcanal who mistook him for the enemy.
In 2001, Nez and the Code Talkers received the Congressional Gold Medal from President George W. Bush, honoring their indispensable service. Today, we’re grateful for heroes like him who protected our country.
Thank you to the Student Council for bringing us the first in a series of special presentations at the Morning Assembly in honor of Native American Heritage month.
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Clairbourn Gift Policy
Gratitude is always welcome, but a gift is
never necessary. A kind note, a genuine thank you or a word of gratitude is always meaningful.
Clairbourn has a stated gift policy for all employees:
• Employees may only accept gifts and/or gift cards that have a value of $100 or less.
• Employees may accept a gift and/or gift card of over $100 only if it is a collective gift and each individual’s contribution is $100 or less (i.e. the Scrip Gift at the holidays and end of the year).
Please help us by following this policy. If you feel you must do more than the note or word of thanks, please consider contributing to the group scrip gifts at the holidays and at the end of the year. Please do not put any employees in an awkward situation by ignoring the policy. If an employee receives something of higher value, the excess must be returned or will be donated to the school.
Thank you for helping us create an inclusive environment!
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