Tour Our School
Come See Learning Come to Life!
Discover what makes Christa McAuliffe School a special place to learn, grow, and belong!
McAuliffe is a public TK–8 alternative school in the Cupertino Union School District, where meaningful learning goes beyond textbooks. Through hands-on projects, creative exploration, and a strong sense of community, children develop curiosity, confidence, critical thinking, and the academic and life skills to thrive.
Enrollment at McAuliffe
As a public alternative school within CUSD, McAuliffe has a specific enrollment process.
Families interested in enrolling must:
- Reside within CUSD boundaries.
- Complete the required school tour and information session.
- Participate in the CUSD open enrollment process.
The best way to understand McAuliffe is to experience it for yourself!
Join Us for a Tour and Information Session!
Upcoming School Tours
Choose the tour date that works best for you and register here.
Campus Tour Dates (Adults only)
Tours take place on campus at Christa McAuliffe School:
- Monday, November 9, 2026 (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., full tour on campus)
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026 (Hybrid, 9.00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. tour the school, 7.30 p.m. to 8.30 p.m. mandatory info session – virtual on zoom)
- Tuesday, January 12, 2027 (Hybrid, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 am tour the school, 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. mandatory info session – virtual on zoom)
- Wednesday, February 3, 2027 (9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., full tour on campus)
What to Expect on Your Tour
Join us for a guided tour of our campus while school is in session. You’ll have the opportunity to:
- See learning in action: Visit classrooms and experience our hands-on, child-centered approach.
- Discover our philosophy: Learn how we integrate academic learning with social-emotional development, creativity, and problem-solving.
- Experience our community: Hear from parents and educators about the meaningful role families play in our school.
- Ask questions: Explore whether McAuliffe is the right fit for your child and family.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Can’t make any of the available dates? Join our tour waitlist to be notified about future opportunities.
Important Information
Tour Attendance: Participating in a school tour is a required step in the McAuliffe enrollment process.
Who Can Attend: McAuliffe serves families residing within Cupertino Union School District (CUSD) boundaries. Families considering a move into the district are also welcome to tour.
Adults Only: To preserve our students’ learning environment, tours are designed for parents and guardians. Please arrange childcare in advance. Infants who can remain quietly carried or worn are welcome.
Questions? We’re Happy to Help!
Choosing a school is an important decision, and we’re here to help you explore whether McAuliffe is the right fit for your family.
Reach out to our External Communications team at externalpfg@mcauliffek8.com.
Link to learn more about our approach: https://mcauliffek8.com/mission-statement