Looking Ahead for Windward

Note from the Chair of the Board of Trustees

I would like to thank Mr. Williamson, the entire faculty, administration, and staff of The Windward School for their work during the 2020–2021 school year—a year like no other. I deeply appreciate your incredible efforts, and the support from your own families, which enabled Windward to deliver a full year of direct, inperson instruction. This year, while incredibly challenging, reinforced my belief that Windward is truly a special place. You made the difference—to the students, to parents, to alumni— and we are all deeply grateful.

Additionally, I’d like to extend my gratitude to all Windward families—your patience, your trust, and your support—it meant so much this year to Mr. Williamson and all the faculty and staff. You know, just like I do, that Windward teachers are unique—they always find a way to ensure each student achieves unlimited success. A Windward education is a lifelong gift that we will always treasure. Respectfully,

Patty Wolff Chair of the Board of Trustees

Farewell to Departing Trustees

At their May meeting, the Board of Trustees voted to confirm the election of current Trustees Tom Coleman and David Friedland to the executive committee of the Board. Mr. Coleman, who chairs the investment committee, will begin a third fouryear term and Mr. Friedland, currently in his fifth year on the Board, will serve as the Treasurer starting July 1, 2021.

The Board also thanked two outgoing trustees. Mark Ellman, departing Board Treasurer, offered 13 years of tireless work and dedicated service, during which he shared his incredible financial experience. For six years, Alex Gendzier was unending in his commitment to grow the Windward Fund and ensured that the Board employed the highest standards of governance.

Mark Ellman

Alex Gendzier

Construction Timeline to Complete New Westchester Lower School Campus at 1275 Mamaroneck Avenue

While the 202021 school year has come to an end, construction at the new Westchester Lower School campus will ramp up over the summer while school is not in session. The opening of the new campus on October 28, 2020, was expedited by 10 months in order to allow a socially distanced inperson instruction environment for nearly 300 Westchester Lower School and Westchester Middle School Grade 5 students. Critical projects that were necessary to keep on track with the construction timeline carried on throughout the year, yet even more significant work will take place in the coming months to bring the Westchester Lower School campus to its full potential.

The construction crew will begin laying the foundation for the brandnew gymnasium in May and June. The space will be built from July through September, and the interior work is scheduled to be completed in October.

The entrance and lobby will also be transformed and finalized before the School’s opening in September. Lastly, a new playground will be installed before the first day of school for students to enjoy during recess.

Despite the obstacles created by the pandemic, The Windward School has been driven by its mission and vision to provide the highest quality academic program during an unprecedented time. Every day, Windward has been getting closer to the campus envisioned for the Westchester Lower School students, faculty, and staff members. The entire community looks forward to an official grand opening of the campus this fall.

Completed Projects

• Renovation of existing building to house: • Grades 15 classrooms • Academic technology including highspeed internet and wireless connection to all Windward campuses • Faculty work rooms • Allpurpose room • Academic administrative and student support offices • HVAC system upgrade with UV lighting for air purification • New roof, windows, ceilings, and lighting • Athletic field and play area • Redesigned parking area plus bus and pickup lanes • Additional buildout of library • Full kitchen installation and outfitting of Dining Hall • Construction of The Windward Institute lecture halls • Administrative office suite for Admissions, Business,

Communications, Development, and Human Resources • Gardenlevel suite for Technology, Facilities, and storage

Projects to Be Completed By Fall 2021

• Front entrance façade and connector between gymnasium and main building • Gymnasium with full A/V capabilities • Playground equipment installation • Permanent landscaping and signage • Permanent flooring for front entrance and reception