Established in 2009, the Washington-Parks Academy is located in Redford Township, just south of the Detroit border and provides an excellent education to students in grades K-8 in a clean, safe, nurturing environment. Highly-qualified, passionate faculty and staff create challenging, relevant, and meaningful lessons, while caring for the whole child.
Cornerstone utilizes technology to ensure students are competitive, and have many opportunities to master material at their own pace. Building good character is infused in everything we do. We expose students to career options from an early age, so they may explore occupations that align with their purpose and passion. Academic achievement, excellent character, and career awareness provide our students with the tools they will need to pursue complete lives.
Washington-Parks has these wonderful programs and more:
Before School Care: 7:00 a.m.
Breakfast: 7:15 a.m.
Classes Begin: 8:00 a.m.
Dismissal: 3:00 p.m.
11685 Appleton St.
Redford, MI 48239
Ms. Christina Gaines, Principal (K-5)
Mr. Devon Graham, Principal (6-8)
Principal, Washington-Parks Academy (6–8)
With 15+ years in education, Principal Graham leads with a vision rooted in Dr. King’s call for “intelligence plus character.”
Starting as a teacher, he grew into an instructional leader and now guides middle schoolers with a focus on data-driven instruction,
collaboration, and family engagement. Guided by his belief that “true education” shapes both mind and character,
he is committed to creating a nurturing environment where academic achievement and personal growth thrive.
Principal, Washington-Parks Academy (K–5)
With more than a decade at Cornerstone, Principal Gaines has served as teacher, mentor, and Dean of Students before stepping into her current role.
Her “superpower” is meeting students where they are, helping them grow as thinkers while building resilience and character.
She inspires both students and staff to prepare to live the Complete Life.
At Cornerstone Schools, our highly-qualified, passionate faculty and staff create challenging, relevant and meaningful lessons to help students live a complete life. Cornerstone uses technology to ensure students are competitive and have many opportunities to master material at their own pace. Building good character is infused in everything we do. We expose students to career options from an early age, so that they may explore occupations that align with their purpose and passions. Academic achievement, excellent character, and career awareness provide our students with the tools they will need to lead fulfilling lives.
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