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Behind every great school community are the people who lift it up. Today, we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on our recent award winners—individuals who exemplify Chartwell’s core values of respect, responsibility, empathy, and inclusion.

For forty-three years, Mick McMahan has been the quiet force, analytical mind, and fierce heart behind Chartwell’s incredible journey from a bold idea into a thriving reality. As he officially graduates from the board, discover the deeply personal, behind-the-scenes story of a leader whose enduring legacy will be felt for generations to come.

This year’s Lightbulb Project once again transformed the Lower Division into a vibrant community of student-led innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship — all centered around the driving question: What can you make to help people better understand energy

Chartwell School’s Thrive & Shine: An Evening of Pop & Possibilities on Saturday, April 25, at the Portola Hotel and Spa was a truly special night. With more than 170 guests in attendance, the evening raised over $375,000 in gross revenue through the live auction, silent auction, Fund-a-Program, and opportunity drawing—making it the highest-grossing fundraising event in Chartwell’s history.

Chartwell's "small yet mighty" High School robotics team, BrainShift, defied the odds this season by battling through high-stakes district qualifiers all the way to the NorCal District Championships.

Discover how our campus community transformed into empowered Ocean Guardians this year through hands-on waste reduction initiatives, beach cleanups, and a culture-shifting partnership with ReGen Monterey. Read on to celebrate our students' achievements and catch a sneak peek at the exciting future of our Outdoor Education program!

This year, Chartwell High School’s Track and Field program transitioned from a startup team to a disciplined athletic program under the guidance of Coach Joseph Aleru. Through specialized clinics in running mechanics and a consistency-focused preseason, the team is making its mark as new members of the CIF-CCS league.

From the first spark of curiosity in lower school to the formation of a confident identity in high school, Chartwell’s art program is a safe place where neurodiverse learners can feel profoundly seen and understood.

From "Rookie All Stars" to award-winning competitors, the BrainShift robotics team is proving that neurodiversity is a powerful asset in the STEAM world.