Global School of Silicon Valley held an open house and art contest on July 10, 2010. Students collected supplies to create artworks while waiting for inspiration, working hard on their pieces. During lunch, public safety officers exhibited their vehicles but were called away. Parents spoke with administrators as students awaited the judges' decision on the winning artworks, which were selected by local artists and an art committee member. Prizes were presented by a councilman and former mayor as the school's CEO waited with grandchildren. The event brought the community together through art.