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Your gift helps Cornerstone Charter School provide a free, literacy-first public education for New Hampshire students. Every donation strengthens our Orton-Gillingham instruction, supports teachers, and helps us create a vibrant school home in the Upper Valley. Thank you for investing in strong readers, thinkers, and leaders. Ways to Donate Laying the Cornerstone for our Children's Future Donation Interest Form Complete the form below, and we will be in touch! Thank you for your interest in supporting Cornerstone! Back to Ways to Donate Thank you for your interest in supporting Cornerstone! First name* Last name Email* Phone* Please indicate which type of donation you are interested in learning more about. Type of Donation Do you have any specific questions or situations you would like to discuss? Submit

Discover meaningful ways to support Cornerstone Charter School—give time, share your talents, expand our ties, offer testimony, and help strengthen our mission. Be a Part of Cornerstone's Foundation The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the grandest intention." -Oscar Wilde TIME– Will you give your time to create a warm, welcoming space where children can thrive? Whether you’re lending a hand in a classroom, organizing materials, caring for our spaces, or greeting families at events, your time helps us focus on what matters most: helping every child learn to read and grow with confidence. We can’t do it without you! TALENT – How might you use your talents to help us reach our goals? When you share your unique talents, you help us build a strong foundation for our students. Please consider sharing your expertise in fundraising, marketing, design, finance, teaching, or board service. Below are tables outlining the time and talent gifts we anticipate needing, but contributions in these areas are flexible and will evolve as our work grows. We value every gift and welcome your ideas and interests. If you’re unsure where to begin, just ask! We're happy to share what’s most needed right now.

Apply to Cornerstone Charter School. Learn about open enrollment, lottery details, and how to secure a spot in our free, public, literacy-first K–8 school. Apply Today Apply & Enroll at Cornerstone We are excited to welcome families to Cornerstone! All application and enrollment forms are completed through our secure Alma Start portal. Alma will guide you step-by step through: Submitting an application Completing enrollment forms Submitting required documents Begin the Application Process in Alma The first step is to create an account. Click the button below, choose "Create Account," then follow the directions to verify your email address. Make sure to save your login information as you will go back to Alma to complete registration if required later. Start Application Need assistance? If you need help creating your Alma account or completing forms, please contact us at [email protected] . We are happy to assist you. Application Process Cornerstone follows a blind admissions process as required by New Hampshire Charter school law. Applications will be accepted during the Open Enrollment Period each year. If applications exceed available seats, a public lottery will be held. If space is still available after the Open Enrollment Period, applications will continue to be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants will receive confirmation once their application is received. Families who are offered admission will be notified in writing and must confirm acceptance by the stated deadline. Students placed on the wait list will be notified of their position and will be contacted if a seat becomes available. *For complete procedures, please refer to the Board-approved ADM-01 Application, Admission, and Enrollment Policy here. Enrollment & Registration Process Once a student has been offered admission, families must complete all enrollment paperwork by the specified deadline. Required documents include: Two proofs of residency within the last 30 days (for NH students) - Examples: Lease agreement, mortgage statement, property tax bill, utility bill Birth certificate or proof of age, must age 5 by September 30 of current school year An up-to-date immunization record (students must meet the immunization requirements set by the NH Department of Health and Human Services) A record of your child’s physical exam completed within the past 12 months If applicable: A copy of your full Custody/Parenting Plan (for divorced or separated parents) If applicable: A signed Records Request Release Form in order for Cornerstone to request your child's records from their previous school

Cornerstone Chartered Public School empowers children in the Upper Valley with a literacy-first public education that implements the Orton-Gillingham Approach, offering families a high-quality choice that builds strong readers, critical thinkers, and future leaders. Newsletters Stay connected. Learn. Be part of the journey. Our school newsletters provide regular updates on Cornerstone Charter School’s progress, important announcements, and highlights from our growing community. Browse past editions below, and sign up for our mailing list to receive each week's newsletter delivered directly to your inbox Join Our Mailing List Newsletter Archive Title Publish Date Issue Number Newsletter Link Weekly News 02/28/2026 11 https://conta.cc/4aKiY8A Weekly News 02/21/2026 10 https://conta.cc/4rPjW9L Weekly News 02/14/2026 9 https://conta.cc/4rSCNjG Weekly News 02/07/2026 8 https://conta.cc/3OdEauB Weekly News 01/31/2026 7 https://conta.cc/4rqjoq2 Weekly News 01/24/2026 6 https://conta.cc/4bjr7l6 Weekly News 01/17/2026 5 https://conta.cc/4r1zc2l Weekly News 01/10/2026 4 https://conta.cc/4px3CYU Weekly News 01/03/2026 3 https://conta.cc/4qa1S9i Weekly News 12/27/2025 2 https://conta.cc/3MXsR9m Weekly News 12/20/2025 1 https://conta.cc/4pLWAAt

Let's Stay in Touch! Join Our Mailing List First name* Last name* Email* Phone Choose all that apply. * I am a parent interested in enrolling my child(ren). I am interested in supporting Cornerstone. I am an educator interested in a position at the school. I am interested in serving on the board or on a committee. I would like a call. How did you learn about Cornerstone? * We’d love to hear from you! Share any other thoughts or questions here — or let us know if you’d like to schedule a quick call.* Yes, add me to the mailing list. * Submit

Cornerstone Charter School’s Board of Trustees brings together diverse leaders in education, finance, nonprofit governance, and community engagement. United by a commitment to literacy-first learning and public school choice, the board provides strong oversight, strategic direction, and fiduciary stewardship to ensure Cornerstone’s long-term success. 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 the Upper Valley 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.” Read Lynne's Bio

Board of Trustees Meetings Dedication. Expertise. Passion. Cornerstone's Board of Trustees meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m. EST. All meetings are open to the public and available on Zoom. February 16, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes January 19, 2026 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes January 13, 2026 Special Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes December 16, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes November 18, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes October 21, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes October 2, 2025 Emergency Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes September 16, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes September 10, 2025 Emergency Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes July 15, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes July 8, 2025 Emergency Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes June 17, 2025 Informational Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes June 17, 2025 Emergency Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes May 20, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes May 6, 2025 Emergency Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes April 8, 2025 Monthly Board Meeting Notice Agenda Minutes

Thank you for supporting Cornerstone Charter School. Your generosity helps create strong readers, thinkers, and leaders in the Upper Valley. We are grateful for your commitment to our literacy-first mission and our students’ future. Your contribution makes a lasting impact. Thank you for supporting Cornerstone! Your gift is helping us build a school where every child has the strong foundation in literacy and knowledge they deserve. Because of you, Cornerstone students will rise as confident readers, thinkers, and leaders. The smallest act of kindness is worth more than the greatest intention. -oscar wilde We 're so grateful you're part of this journey. Together, we're creating a brighter future for children in the Upper Valley.

Your support fuels Cornerstone’s most critical needs: high-quality Orton-Gillingham instruction, exceptional teacher training, classroom materials, facility renovations, and programs that enrich learning. Each investment strengthens our literacy-first mission and helps students become strong readers, thinkers, and leaders. Key Areas of Investment Invest in Their Future. Build a World Where Every Child Can Read, Think, and Lead. Cornerstone isn’t just a school—it’s a promise to every child that their potential matters. With your help, we’ll create a place where strong readers, thinkers, and leaders are born. A place where the cycle of struggle ends and a future of opportunity begins. We have a bold vision for the lives of children and families in our community. We urge you to join us today. Your generous gift will help us open our doors, keep them open, transform lives, and meet this moment with the urgency it demands. The need is real. The time is now. Your support makes it all possible! Thank you for standing with us!

Cornerstone Charter School’s bylaws establish the governance framework for the Board of Trustees, defining roles, responsibilities, procedures, and decision-making processes. They ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance while guiding the school’s mission-driven leadership and long-term stability. Bylaws and Policies Building Trust Through Strong Governance. Cornerstone Charter School is committed to transparency and accountability. Below you will find our Bylaws and all approved Board and school policies, organized by category. Policies are reviewed regularly and updated as needed. BYLAWS Bylaws_Cornerstone_Chartered_Public_School_APPROVED_2025-05-06 POLICIES ADM - Administration CUR - Curriculum & Instruction ETH - Ethics & Compliance FIN - Finance GOV - Governance HEA - Health & Wellness HR - Human Resources & Personnel OPS - Operations RISK - Risk Management & Safety STU - Student Policies VOL - Volunteers ADM-01 Application, Admission, and Enrollment Policy

Employment Interest Form Cornerstone Charter School is not currently hiring. However, we welcome interest from educators and tutors who align with our mission and would like to be considered for future opportunities as enrollment grows. First name* Last name* Email* Phone City/Town of Residence Current or Most Recent Position Years of Experience in Education Primary Certifications or Licensure (if applicable) Areas of Interest Classroom Teaching Literacy Intervention Tutoring (One-on-One or Small Group) Special Education Support Other Availability Full-time Part-time Tutoring only Substitute / short-term support Do you have experience with Orton-Gillingham or Structured Literacy? Yes No Some What interests you most about Cornerstone Charter School? Upload your resume (optional) Upload File I understand that Cornerstone Charter School will begin hiring in the spring and that completing this form does not constitute an application or guarantee of employment. Submit

NH HB10-FN Parental Bill of Rights NH HB10-FN Parental Bill of Rights STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty Five AN ACT establishing a parental bill of rights. Be it Enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court convened: 74:1 Declaration of Purpose. I. The general court finds and affirms that parents have a fundamental liberty interest to raise and care for their minor children, as well as make decisions concerning their care and custody, and this fundamental liberty interest is protected under both the federal and New Hampshire constitutions. II. The general court further finds that it is a child’s parents who have the responsibility, means, and resources to ensure that a child receives appropriate health care, social support, religious guidance, and moral inculcation to develop into happy and productive members of society. III. Accordingly, the general court further finds that parents have the right to access, be notified of, and be provided with all information relating to these rights, and that it is necessary to establish a consistent mechanism for parents to be notified of information relating to the health, well-being, and educational progress of their minor children while those children are in the custody and control of a school. 74:2 New Chapter; Parental Bill of Rights. Amend RSA by inserting after chapter 189-A the following new chapter: CHAPTER 189-B PARENTAL BILL OF RIGHTS 189-B:1 Short Title. This chapter may be cited as the Parental Bill of Rights. 189-B:2 Definitions. In this chapter: I. "Parent" means a person who has legal custody of a minor child as a natural or adoptive parent or a legal guardian, but such term shall not include a parent as to whom the parent-child relationship has been terminated by judicial decree or voluntary relinquishment. II. "Minor" or "minor child" means an unemancipated person under the age of 18 years. III. "Compelling state interest" sufficient to justify any action or inaction that infringes upon any of the rights identified in RSA 189-B:4 shall exist only when the school or school personnel have an actual and objectively reasonable belief, supported by clear and convincing evidence, that the infringement upon parental rights is necessary to prevent the child from being abused as defined in RSA 169-C:3. IV. "School" shall include, without limitation, any public school board, public school district, public school administrative unit, or public charter school. V. "School personnel" shall include any teacher, administrator, employee, or other individual acting in furtherance of or on behalf of any public school. VI. "Infringement" for the purposes of this chapter includes, but is not limited to, knowingly concealing or withholding information required to be disclosed to a minor child’s parent pursuant to this chapter or providing intentionally misleading or intentionally inaccurate responses. 189-B:3 Infringement of Parental Rights Prohibited. No school may infringe on the fundamental rights of a parent to direct the upbringing, education, health care, and mental health of his or her minor child without demonstrating that such action is necessary to achieve a compelling state interest, that such action is narrowly tailored, and that such interest is not otherwise served by less restrictive means. 189-B:4 Parental Rights. I. All parental rights are reserved to the parents of a minor child in this state without obstruction or interference from any school. These rights include, but are not limited to, the right: (a) To direct the upbringing and the moral or religious training. (b) To direct the education, including the right to choose to enroll the minor child in an assigned resident public school, a public charter school, a non-public school, including a religious school, a home education program, or any other state-based education program, as authorized by law, as an alternative to public education, as set forth in RSA 193:1 and RSA 194-F:1, et seq. (c) To request that a minor child be enrolled in a public school other than the public school assigned to them by their residence to avoid a manifest educational hardship, as set forth in RSA 193:3. (d) To enroll his or her minor child in gifted or special education programs if the child qualifies for such programs. (e) To inquire of the school or school personnel and promptly receive accurate, truthful, and complete disclosure regarding any and all matters related to their minor child, unless an immediate answer cannot be provided when the initial request is made, in which case, the answer shall be provided no later than 10 business days after the request. (f) To be informed of the school’s policy regarding discipline policies and procedures, as set forth in RSA 193:13. (g) To obtain access for a minor child to public curricular courses and co-curricular programs offered by the local school district where the student resides while choosing to enroll their child in a non-public, public chartered, home education, or any other state-based education program, as set forth in RSA 193:1-c and RSA 194-F:2, II(d). (h) To inspect any instructional material used as part of the educational curriculum within a reasonable period following a request, as set forth in 20 U.S.C. section 1232h(c)(1)(C). (i) To opt out of health or sex education and any other objectionable material, as set forth in RSA 186:11, IX-b and IX-c. (j) To be advised of and have the right to opt the minor child out of any nonacademic survey or questionnaire. (k) To opt out of any district-level data collection relating to his or her minor child not required by federal or state law. (l) To exempt their public-school minor child from participating in required statewide assessments in English, language arts, mathematics, and/or science, as set forth in RSA 193-C:6. (m) To receive information regarding the level of achievement and academic growth of their minor child in the state academic assessments in English, language arts, mathematics, and/or science, as set forth in the Every Student Succeeds Act, 20 U.S.C. section 1112 (e)(1)(B)(i). (n) To receive a school report card and be informed of his or her minor child’s attendance requirements and compliance with such requirements. (o) To access and review all education records relating to their minor child within 10 business days after the day the school receives a request for access, as set forth in RSA 189:66, IV and 34 C.F.R. 99.5. (p) To consent in writing before the state or any of its political subdivisions, including, without limitation, any school pursuant also to the provisions of RSA 189:68, III-V, makes a video or voice recording, unless such recording is made during or as part of a court proceeding or part of a forensic interview in a criminal or other investigation by the bureau of child protective services or it is to be used solely for the purpose of a safety demonstration, including the maintenance of order and discipline in the common areas of a school or on student transportation vehicles. (q) To be notified whenever seclusion or restraint has been used on their minor child as set forth in RSA 126-U:7. (r) To access and review all medical records of their minor child maintained by a school or school personnel, unless otherwise prohibited by law. (s) To exempt their minor child from immunizations if, in the opinion of a physician, the immunization is detrimental to the child’s health or because of religious beliefs, as set forth in RSA 141-C:20-a and RSA 141-C:20-c. II. Federal law provides for additional parent and family involvement for schools that are receiving Title I, Part A; Title I, Part C (migrant); Title III, Part A (EL) funds, including: (a) The right to receive information, including student reports, in an understandable and uniform format and to the extent practicable, in a language that parents can understand, as set forth in 20 U.S.C. sections 1112(e)(4); 1114(b)(4); 1116(e)(5); and 1116(f). (b) Upon request of the parent, the right to receive information regarding state qualifications of the student’s classroom teachers and paraprofessionals providing services to their minor child, as set forth in 20 U.S.C. section 1112(e)(1)(A)(i-ii). (c) The right to receive an annual local educational agency report card that includes information on such agency as a whole and each school served by the agency, as set forth in 20 U.S.C. section 1111(h)(2)(A-B)(i-iii). 189-B:5 School Board Notifications on Parental Rights. I. Each school shall, in consultation with parents and school personnel, develop, adopt, and promulgate publicly a policy to promote parental involvement in the school. Such policy shall include: (a) A plan for parental participation in schools to improve parent and teacher cooperation in such areas as homework, school attendance, and discipline. (b) A procedure for a parent to learn about his or her minor child’s course of study, including the source of any supplemental education materials. (c) Procedures for a parent to object to instructional materials and other materials used in the classroom. Such objections may be based on beliefs regarding morality, sex, and religion or the belief that such materials are harmful. For purposes of this section, the term "instructional materials" shall include, without limitation, all materials used in the classroom, including workbooks and worksheets, handouts, software, applications, and any digital media made available to students. (d) Procedures for a parent to withdraw his or her child from any portion of the school district’s health education program that relates to sex education or instruction in acquired immune deficiency syndrome education or any instruction regarding sexuality if the parent provides a written objection to his or her minor child’s participation. Such procedures must provide for a parent to be notified in advance of such course content so that he or she may withdraw his or her child from those portions of the course. (e) Procedures for a parent to learn about the nature and purpose of clubs and activities offered at his or her minor child’s school, including those that are extracurricular or part of the school curriculum. (f) Procedures for a parent to learn about parental rights and responsibilities under law. II. Each school board shall publish the parental bill of rights as set forth in RSA 189-B:4, in their annual reports. Each school board shall also publish the parental bill of rights on their website and in their school handbook or similarly intended publication. III. A parent may request, in writing, from the district school superintendent, the information required under this section pursuant to RSA 91-A. 189-B:6 Exceptions. Nothing in this chapter shall: I. Authorize a parent of a minor child in this state to engage in conduct that is unlawful or to abuse or neglect his or her minor child in violation of law. II. Prohibit a court of competent jurisdiction, law enforcement officer, or employees of a government agency that is responsible for child welfare from acting in their official capacity. III. Require disclosure of information provided to any counselor, school psychologist, school nurse, or other certified health care provider where the information provided was reasonably expected to be privileged. 189-B:7 Violations. I. No school or school personnel shall infringe upon any of the parental rights set forth in RSA 189-B:4, unless the infringement is supported by clear and convincing evidence and is narrowly tailored to address the compelling state interest. II. Any parent claiming violation of any provision of this chapter may bring an action for declaratory or injunctive relief, or both, and monetary damages against the school. If a parent prevails in any such court action, the court shall award to the parent his or her reasonable attorneys’ fees and court costs, including any such attorneys’ fees and court costs incurred in an appeal to the supreme court. 189-B:8 Severability. If any provision of this chapter or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the invalidity does not affect other provisions or applications of this chapter which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this chapter are severable. 189-B:9 Applicability. No provision of this chapter is meant to restrain or interfere with any state or local law enforcement agency investigations of criminal violations of New Hampshire law by a minor. 74:3 Effective Date. This act shall take effect July 1, 2025