In 2009, parents from five Sunnyvale families worked with Sunnyvale School District to create a progressive educational program that focuses on the development of the whole child--intellectually, socially, and emotionally, with a strong emphasis on collaboration between teachers and parents and family participation.
In 2010, the Fairwood Explorer Program started with approximately 72 students in three classes: two K-1 combo classes and one 2-3 combo class. Since that time, the program has expanded to include the entire school as part of Fairwood Explorer!