Neighborhood Newsletter Windward School
A dynamic, engaging education. A nurturing, inclusive community.
Winter 2017
Windward Hosts Tai Chi Group on Campus A
s part of Windward’s ongoing community engagement efforts, the School welcomed the Daichi Group back to campus Nov. 15. The Mar Vista-based tai chi group gave an outdoor presentation of the ancient art form of tai chi to Windward’s Mandarin 4 students, who then joined in the exercises. Following the tai chi practice, the Daichi Group members joined students in the classroom to share their stories, resulting in a rich, cultural learning experience. The Daichi Group made their first visit to Windward’s campus last Spring.
Windward Students Teach Tech to Area Seniors
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indward hosted its second session of the School’s Windward Teaches Tech program Nov. 3. Working in concert with Mar Vista Community Council’s Aging in Place Committee, the program pairs Windward students with senior residents from the community so they can teach them skills in everything from social media and apps to ride-share services. The popular event, which covers such topics as Netflix, Hulu, QR codes, and Amazon, was filled to capacity and even had a waiting list. Windward plans to hold three additional sessions after the first of the year, so keep your eyes open for details on future dates.
Windward Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner at WCC
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n Nov. 15, students and parents continued Windward’s longstanding partnership with the Westside Children’s Center (WCC), teaming up to host the Center’s annual Thanksgiving dinner. This year’s volunteers donated and prepared the ingredients to make a full turkey dinner for over 300 people on site at the WCC. Parents and volunteers prepped and cooked the food that they donated, while students served, decorated, and hosted an arts and crafts fair for the WCC clients. It was yet another joyous celebration of the holiday spirit and a day focused on building friendships across generations and communities.
Windward Partners with Local School on New Latin Dance Class
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indward has launched a new partnership with the Richland Avenue Elementary School in Mar Vista. In the 11-week after-school program, Richland students travel to Windward’s campus to learn various forms of Latin dance taught by Windward Dance guest artists and student volunteers. The program provides a communal, hands-on learning experience for students from both schools and offers Richland students the opportunity to develop social skills and gain confidence interacting with others.
Mar Vista Community Council Meetings at Windward 2017-18
Neighborhood Newsletter Windward School
DECEMBER 6
Windward Takes Part in Giving Tuesday
JANUARY 3
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Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
JANUARY 18
Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
JANUARY 23
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 7
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
FEBRUARY 15
Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
FEBRUARY 27
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
MARCH 7
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
MARCH 15
Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
MARCH 27
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
APRIL 4
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
APRIL 19
Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
APRIL 24
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
MAY 2
indward families came together on Giving Tuesday to support the efforts of The Jeffrey Foundation and the Safe Place for Youth (SPY). Students, parents, faculty, and staff donated toys for the young clients of the Foundation, which provides child care and counseling for special needs children and their families. Students also put together meal packages for SPY, which helps to feed and clothe homeless youth in our community. The day was a rousing success, with over 200 toys donated and 120 meals delivered.
SECURITY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
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t is the goal of Windward’s security and operations teams to help maintain a safe environment for the benefit of the Windward community and area neighbors alike. Your feedback is always valuable in our continued efforts to make adjustments and operational improvements that will better serve the community. For questions or feedback regarding parking, traffic, or noise at the School, please contact Mark Tronson, Supervisor of Security and the Visitor Center, at (818) 388-0681 or email at mtronson@windwardschool.org.
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
MAY 22
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ur Ninth to 12th Grade students have contributed over 17,000 community service hours to nearly two dozen area nonprofits during their time in the Upper School at Windward. Service learning programs are a great way for Windward students to give back to our community.
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
JUNE 6
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
JUNE 21
Aging in Place 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
JUNE 26
Committee on Public Safety (CoPS) 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
11350 Palms Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90066 (310) 391-7127 www.windwardschool.org
For questions about parking or security please call (818) 388-0681 - Available 24/7
DID YOU KNOW?
MAY 17
All Mar Vista Community Council meetings are located in the Windward Conference Room.
MARK TRONSON
Transportation and Infrastructure 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
How to Contact Us Mark Tronson Supervisor of Security and the Visitor Center mtronson@windwardschool.org Cell Phone: (818) 388-0681
Hiliana Gomez Administrative Coordinator to the Advancement Office hgomez@windwardschool.org
Phone: (424) 289-1000
Jacqueline Varney Associate Director of Operations jvarney@windwardschool.org Phone: (424) 289-1003