Meet Our Board
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Cornerstone's Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees at Cornerstone Chartered Public School serves as the foundation of the school’s mission, providing leadership and oversight to ensure the success of its students, educators, and community. As the governing body, the Board is responsible for upholding the school’s vision, overseeing financial and operational decisions, and supporting Cornerstone’s continued growth and excellence.
The Trustees bring diverse expertise in education, finance, business, technology, and community leadership. They are united by a shared commitment to creating strong readers, thinkers, and leaders. While not all Trustees come from educational backgrounds, each contributes unique insights and strengths that support the school’s development and long-term success.
The Board is dedicated to providing families in New Hampshire with a high-quality, tuition-free public school option that prioritizes literacy, critical thinking, and academic excellence. Cornerstone Charter School’s content-rich, knowledge-building curriculum, delivered by Orton-Gillingham-certified educators, ensures that every student receives a strong foundation in literacy and learning.
Through its leadership, the Board works to empower students, support educators, and strengthen the community, ensuring that every child has access to an exceptional education that prepares them for future success.
Lynne A. Howard
Co-Founder & Executive Director
“Literacy is more than the ability to read—it is the key to confidence, independence, and a lifetime of learning. As a leader, I am committed to building a school where every child is empowered with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to succeed. Equally important is fostering a culture where educators feel valued, supported, and equipped to make a lasting impact. When we invest in strong readers and strong educators, we create strong thinkers, problem-solvers, and future leaders.”
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Now Recruiting Board and Committee Members
Serve your community and make a lasting impact.
Too many children in our state struggle to read - only 36% of New Hampshire’s 4th graders were proficient readers in 2024. Cornerstone Charter School is being built to change that.
As we prepare for our Fall 2026 opening, we are seeking passionate community leaders with diverse perspectives to join our Board of Trustees and working Committees.
We are especially interested in individuals with experience in:
• Finance & accounting (Current priority - Treasurer)
• Governance & board leadership
• Law & compliance
• Nonprofit leadership
• Fundraising & development
• Marketing & communications
• Facilities & operations
Serving in a board or committee role offers the opportunity to:
✔ Apply your professional expertise to a mission-driven public school
✔ Build or deepen governance and nonprofit leadership experience
✔ Strengthen a literacy-first public institution from the ground up
✔ Collaborate with thoughtful, values-driven community leaders
✔ Help ensure strong systems are in place before our doors open
An education background is not required. We value diverse perspectives, strong ethical leadership, and a shared commitment to children and community.
This is a unique opportunity to help build a high-quality public school from the ground up. If you are looking for a meaningful way to contribute your time, talent, or leadership, we invite you to learn more.