Lena

Hometown: Redwood City

The school I attended before Crystal: Peninsula School

Grade I joined Crystal: 9th

Graduation Year: 2026

Interests/Activities: Dance, Madrigals, Vantage, Financial Aid AAI Space Leader, Lead Math Ambassador, Shanti Alliance, Academic Committee, E&I Committee, Finance Committee, 

My favorite thing about Crystal is how I feel cared for in every aspect of my life. First, all of the teachers are very approachable. They genuinely want you to succeed and are there to support you in every way, both academically and in any other questions you have about school or just life in general. For other academic help outside of the classroom, we also have advisors, college counselors, peer tutors, and a vast network of people to talk to in every possible situation. Second, Crystal has many resources to care for our health and wellness. We have great food available all the time, athletic coaches available for any questions about physical health or injuries, student-led conferences to check in on mental health and relationships, and counselors to make sure we have healthy relationships and are eating and sleeping well. Knowing that people are looking out for me alleviates so much stress because it means that I can worry less about what I am going to eat or what happens if I sprain my ankle and focus on my relationships, academics, and sports. Lastly, the Crystal student body is also incredibly supportive and welcoming. When I came to Crystal as a new 9th grader, I was worried about making friends and coming into a group of students who had already been friends for three years. It turns out I had nothing to worry about. Everyone was so excited to make new friends, and I soon realized that no new students were seen as outsiders. Crystal takes care of me academically, mentally, physically, and socially so that I can focus on being a good friend, student, and person.
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Middle School

10 Davis Drive, Belmont, CA 94002
650-645-1000

Upper School

400 Uplands Drive, Hillsborough, CA 94010
650-342-4175
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