Neighborhood Newsletter - Spring 2024

www.windwardschool.org

MAR VISTA COMMITTEE COUNCIL AT WINDWARD (ROOM 410)

Windward is proud to host the Mar Vista Committee Council Meetings. Providing accessible spaces is just one of the many ways we can benefit our local community, and we enjoy having the committees utilize our facilities.

OUTREACH COMMITTEE (10-15 ppl

1st Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

ELECTIONS AND BYLAWS COMMITTEE (10-15 ppl)

1st Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

NEIGHBORHOOD COMMITMENT

Asa school operating in a residential neighborhood, we strive to do our part in remaining a good neighbor.

We hope this ongoing commitment to road safety and campus etiquette will further the positive relationship we have with our neighbors. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns regarding traffic, parking, or security.

Please contact us with any questions:

Dawn Barrett, Associate Head of School for Advancement, Finance, & Operations dbarrett@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1015

Lindsay Gonzales, Director of Infrastructure and Risk Management

lgonzales@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1004

Stay Involved!

Raul Villa, Facilities Manager

rvilla@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1018

Uriel Aguirre, Plant and Vendor Manager

uaguirre@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1171

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Greg Moreno, Security Manager

gmoreno@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1171

Hiliana Gomez, Community Engagement and Advancement Liaison

hgomez@windwardschool.org

Direct Line (424) 289-1000

TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE (10-15 ppl) 1st Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

PLUM COMMITTEE (20 ppl)

1st Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

EDUCATION ART & CULTURE COMMITTEE (10-15 ppl)

2nd Tuesday from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY & HOMELESS COMMITTEE

2nd Wednesday from 6 - 8:30 p.m.

EXECUTIVE & FINANCE COMMITTEE

2nd Thursday from 6:30 - 8 p.m.

MAR VISTA BOARD MEETING (Academic Hub - Room 20) - 3rd Thursday from 6:30 - 9 p.m.

For questions please contact Hiliana Gomez at hgomez@windwardschool.org

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: INNOVATION & ARTS CENTER

We are pleased to share that the project is going smoothly and has minimal impacts on our campus and the surrounding neighbors.

The contractor, Turner Construction, continues to be committed to supporting our local community by:

• Timing truck arrivals and departures during the quieter hours of the school days (after morning drop-off and before afternoon pick-up), minimizing the impact on our traffic on the surrounding streets.

• Routinely watering dirt to reduce dust.

• Monitoring the air quality throughout the day ensures it is safe for all.

• Managing noise by installing a 12’ sound wall to minimize the noise experienced by the local apartment community.

• Staging of materials and personnel all on campus.

• Utilizing designated offsite parking for the contractor and their subcontractors. Windward’s Security Team will monitor parking, ensuring that individuals only park in approved areas.

• Traffic Control flaggers and spotters.

• Maintaining good housekeeping (street sweeping and dust control) outside the fencing.

• Robust “Active Caring Program” (which rewards exceptional efforts by the Turner team and subs) - Building Life Award, Water Bottle Recycling Program, Respectful & Inclusive Workshop Training, and Safety Incentive Program.

MARCH/APRIL PROJECT LOOK AHEAD

• Pouring the basement slab on grade

• Building the concrete structural shear wall

• Grading /backfill of the basement

• Installing the level 1 footings

• Installing the level 1 underground electrical and plumbing

• Installing the storm drain dry well

If you have any questions regarding the project, please contact Dawn Barrett or Lindsay Gonzales.

KEY POINTS OF CONTACT

If at any time you encounter an issue with one of our community members, we encourage you to reach out to us immediately so we can take corrective action. Below are the best points of contact. Please be assured that we have every intention of being a valued community member and we expect the same of all our stakeholders.

Parking/Security

Greg Moreno & Uriel Aguirre

Facilities Related Questions

Raul Villa

City of Santa Monica Well Work Questions

Lindsay Gonzales

Construction Information

Lindsay Gonzales & Dawn Barrett

Turner Construction Project Supervisor

Kevin Golder, kgolder@tcco.com

Community Engagement and Advancement Liaison

Hiliana Gomez

CALENDAR

MARCH 2024

MARCH 25 APRIL 5

APRIL 2024

9

14

18:

21:

24:

In February, Mar Vista Park showcased the opening of their new batting cage. The batting cage stemmed from the Park’s desire to provide a facility for the local community to utilize. Windward has supported the Park for many decades through annual donations, and was happy to provide the funding necessary to build this new structure. Previously, Windward has provided playground equipment, upgrades to the soccer field, new trees, funds for holiday events, and more.

Check out the new structure!

SUMMER CAMPS AT WINDWARD

Registration for Windward’s 2024 Summer Camp program is now open! Whether your child wants an enriching academic experience, an opportunity to grow as an artist, or a chance to develop their athletic skills, Windward has the program for you!

This Summer, we are offering a wide range of athletic, arts, and academic camps, including newly added camps like Debate and Broadway Production! See below for additional camp offerings, including advanced options:

Volleyball - Boys, Girls, Beach

Basketball - Boys, Girls

Baseball

Football

Soccer

Tennis

Soccer, Advanced Soccer

CREATE Camp

Snap! Games Design

Explore and Learn with STEM

VEX Robotics

Debate

Visual & Media Arts

Broadway Production Workshop Scan Me!

JUNE 2024

1: Alumni Festival

14:

WINTER & SPRING SERVICE LEARNING EVENTS

MAR VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL BEAUTIFICATION DAY - DECEMBER 2

Windward students joined Mar Vista Elementary School families and staff for a morning on their campus to help out with painting, gardening, and other clean-up projects.

DRIVE-THRU FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Learning project to sort and hand out bags of non-perishable food items to families in need.

9TH & 10TH GRADE SERVICE LEARNING TRIPS

JR. SCIENTIST CLASS WITH MAR VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

6 p.m.

25: Spring Dance Concert, 7 p.m.

29-30: Middle School Playoff

23:

27:

On Saturday, March 9, our friends at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints invited the Windward Community to participate in a Service

For the past eight weeks, 3rd-5th Grade students have participated in an after-school science class at Windward School. Students had the opportunity to explore various aspects of science through hands-on lab activities and science projects!

Our 9th and 10th Graders have continued Service Learning trips throughout the school year. Twice a month, small groups of students, along with Windward teachers, go to one of our partner organizations to volunteer. We have been fortunate enough to partner with several different organizations in West LA, including PATH (People Assisting the Homeless), Bread & Roses, Hope in a Suitcase, and the Surfrider Foundation.