The Cornerstone Community
We are honored to share with you the heartfelt stories of our students, teachers, partners, and friends of their experiences with Cornerstone Schools. We hope these words of hope, change, and growth will touch you as much as they have us.

“Partnership for Cornerstone isn't just a buzzword, it's the lifeblood of the venture, between parents and the school, between students and their sponsor.”

Wall Street Journal


“If you have a long enough timeline our Cornerstone students will help change the city of Detroit for the better.”

Dana M. Locniskar
Senior Vice President-Investments
Private Wealth Advisor
Private Banking and Investment Group
Merrill Lynch


“In the beginning, I was there for the kids…today I’m there for both the kids and myself. Cornerstone Schools provides an individual with an incredible opportunity to ‘give back’ to the community, watch wonderful growth take place and come away with a sense that when other things around us are falling apart, at least there is one thing that continues to remain solid.”

Richard Beadle
Executive Vice President of Business Development
TEC Detroit


“I will always be grateful that Cornerstone laid the foundation to help me achieve my goals by providing a nurturing learning environment, the ability to develop a disciplined mind and the will to pursue excellence.”

Dr. Crystal R. Lee
MD in Internal Medicine
DMC
Cornerstone Graduate, 1993


“Cornerstone is a special and spectacular school.  It makes learning fun!”

Jordan
2nd Grade
 

“Cornerstone is a proven model of excellence in urban education – we provide an excellent academic education as well as nourish the spirit and instill the character necessary for Detroit’s children to excel in the world. Thank you for your support as we continue to strengthen our broad and beloved community.”

Michael D. Warren, Jr.
Judge, Oakland County Circuit Court
Cornerstone Board Member


“Cornerstone is a school that provides students with an excellent educational experience.  It nurtures the student’s spiritual growth and promotes a positive community for all.”


Candace Murray
Cornerstone Teacher


“I love Cornerstone because they teach me about God and Jesus.”

Aliyah
5th Grade


“It gives us great joy to know that Cornerstone’s youngest students are engaging in philanthropy!  We know that these activities lay the foundation for a lifetime of giving.”

Richard Helppie
Helppie Family Charitable Foundation


“I am a proud Cornerstone Parent.”

Ayana Thomas
Cornerstone Parent


“Thank you Cornerstone for giving me the peace of mind knowing my kids are in the right hands!"

Tonya Bohannon,
Cornerstone Parent


“I know my experiences at Cornerstone will prepare me for high school and beyond!"

Chenail
8th Grade


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