WINDWARD MAGAZINE
THE DONOR IMPACT ISSUE
2 0 1 9 S U M M E R / FA L L
TABLE OF
CONTENTS From the Head of School 01 A Letter from Tom Gilder
Community 02 Escape to Paradise
Academics 04 Senior Capstones 06 New Faculty Spotlights
Donor Impact 32 Donor Roll 37 Revenue and Expenses 38 Volunteer Honor Roll 39 Parent Guild 40 Parent of Alumni Giving 41 Grandparent Giving 42 Faculty and Staff Giving 43 Financial Aid 44 Innovation Campaign 46 A Vision for the Future 48 Donor Spotlights 50 Senior Class Gift 52 Alumni Giving 54 Foundations and Corporate Support 55 Party Book 56 Spring Event
STEAM 08 Built for Success 09 Pure Imagination
Global Programs
Windward Fund at Work 57 Program Enhancements 58 CTL Remodel
10 Windward Goes Global
Service Learning
Student Accomplishments
60 A Pledge with Purpose 61 Tiny Tots Learning Lots 62 A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood 63 Following a PATH to Service
12 On Their Own Merit 13 Holy Anole! 14 No Time to Waste
Entrepreneurship 16 Small Fish, Big Pond 17 Level Up 17 Starting a Startup
Athletics 18 Windward with the Win 20 Windward Athletics Highlights
Performing Arts 64 “Almost, Maine” 66 Wizard of Awes 67 From Page to Stage 68 Dancing on Pointe at Windward 70 Jazzin’ Up the Town 72 Performing Arts Preview 2019-20
Visual and Media Arts 74 The Gold Standard 76 A Moving Partnership 78 Red Carpet Ready
Parent Perspectives 22 It Takes a Village 24 Mandarin Program Spotlight
Windward Network 80 Intern Spotlight: Selena McLurkin ‘18 82 2019 Internship List
Graduation 26 Adventure is Out There
Alumni
Board of Trustees
84 86 88 90
28 Thank You to Our Departing Members 30 Welcome New Members
Zoe Nathan ‘99 Matt Schweitzer ‘78 Alexandra Coletta ‘16 Alumni Weekend
Save the Dates 92 Save the Dates
Advancement Office Contributions Dawn Barrett Director of Institutional Advancement
Michael Bognanno Director of Advancement Services
Whitney Burke Director of Communications and Public Relations
Jeff Gilder ‘08 Director of Alumni Engagement
Ashley Goodman Director of Service Learning
Jeff Lake Digital Communications Specialist
Lindsay Knaub Director of Development and Special Events
Jamey McElvain-Whitman Graphic Designer
Robin Pickett Director of Windward Network
Jacqueline Varney Director of Development and Major Gifts
Eric Weller Associate Director of Windward Fund and Parent Relations
Parent Contributions Brad Pomerance Cicek Bricault
Student Contributions Juliana Bologna ’20 Lydia Kresin ’20 Sofia Pirri ’20 Eliana Szabo ’19, Windward Network Intern
Photography Paul Antico/ Creative Antics Kevin Chan Joe Lester Photography Jenna Schoenefeld Stephen Zeigler
Design Kevin Chan Multimedia Specialist
Additional Illustrations Eliana Szabo ’19
FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
A Letter From
Tom Gilder As I enter a new year as Head of School at Windward, I am moved more than ever by the exceptional achievements of our student body and the heartfelt generosity of our community. This magazine—the largest issue in the School’s history—is the embodiment of our Strategic Plan, and you will see our areas of focus come to life in the 92 pages that follow. Last year’s theme, A Sense of Belonging, challenged us to forge deeper connections with each other and identify new ways to grow as an institution. An example of this initiative in action was May’s reimagined Spring Event, a special evening focused on strengthening bonds among our parents in a fun and vibrant setting (page 2). This community engagement extends to our student body as well. By partnering with Windward’s Journalism class and the Windward Network for this issue, we have more student contributions than ever before. Our Windwardians were busy this Summer off campus too with 60 students and alumni interning at more than 35 locations across Los Angeles through the Windward Network (page 82). Starting on page 31, we celebrate our many donors who contributed to this ongoing growth and evolution of our community in our 2018-19 Donor Impact report. The generosity of our community members allowed us to focus on the future and meet the needs of our students by continuing to enhance and expand our innovative spaces. Thanks to our Windward Fund, we upgraded our classrooms to provide new opportunities for students to be active learners and develop skills such as teamwork, communication, and real-world problem solving (page 57). To further support these 21st century skills, we kicked off an impressive remodel of the Center for Teaching and Learning—on the 10th anniversary of the building’s construction (page 58). And through your steadfast dedication and contributions, we’re excited to move forward with the first Phase I of our Campus Master Plan later this Fall. This is a transformative time for Windward, and the outcome of our visionary plans will require the continued support, commitment, teamwork, and contributions of everyone who believes that a dynamic, engaging education is the greatest gift we can give our students in this lifetime. As we set our sights on the future, I want to thank you again for joining me on this journey and witnessing this exhilarating moment in Windward’s history.
Tom Gilder HEAD OF SCHOOL
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HE RITZ-CARLTON Marina del Rey’s tropical pool deck was the perfect setting for the Windward community to be transported to paradise on May 4. From the moment guests arrived and were handed a Paradise Punch to the spirited Silent Auction bidding on vacation packages to the twirling flames of the firedancer, the evening was one to remember.
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community members, and the importance of this inclusivity extends to our parents. This community building event gave the Administration an opportunity to engage with parents and, more importantly, for the parents to connect with each other in a fun and casual setting. We would like to thank our Co-Chairs Marie Krueger, Dorrie Markovits, and Linda Solomon. The evening would not have been possible without their creativity, time, and dedication. Turn to Page 56 to view a full list of volunteers, donors, and ticket sponsors who contributed to this wonderful event.
COMMUNITY
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TH EIR WO R K , T H E IR WAY:
SENIOR CAPSTONES By Juliana Bologna ’20
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ver the past five years, Windward has been incorporating challenge-based learning into its curriculum in order to provide a dynamic education that will prepare students for real-world experiences beyond high school. The Senior Capstone Course has become the most recent reflection of this by acting as an academic endeavor that showcases students’ individual interests and specialties in a collaborative, professional manner. It wasn’t until last year that the Capstone became a graduation requirement for all Windward Seniors. The Senior Capstone began as a research class that was offered to interested Seniors. It later became so successful that a group of teachers gathered to plan the expansion of the program. They provided a myriad of options that appealed to the many interests of Windward’s diverse students and will be further expanding in future years. The Capstones are a yearlong course that caps Senior year with a Colloquium, in which the students present their projects in front of their family, faculty, and peers. According to the Capstone Program, it requires “students to extend their current knowledge, skills, artistic practices, and habits of scholarship they developed throughout their years at school. Each Capstone has been designed to offer students a robust, fulfilling, and rigorous experience in an area of interest, guided by a Windward teacher. While the courses differ based on their disciplinary or program focus, all courses develop and/or hone the following core competencies/habits of mind in our scholars:” • Rigorous Analytical and Creative Thinking • Complex Communication: Oral, Written, and Performative • Leadership and Teamwork • Self-efficacy, Autonomy, and Initiative
Another unique aspect of the Capstones is the difference in courses and individual autonomy students have. Some courses spend the whole year working on the final product, such as the History 04 - A C A D E M I C S
ACADEMICS
Capstone, which goes through an intense process of choosing a topic. Other classes do multiple projects throughout the year and finalize a project at the end of the year, such as the Arts Capstone. The Arts Capstone allows students to work together and bring their own specialties and experience into a collaborative final project. “The Senior Capstones are catered to the interests of the students and act as a collaborative, combined experience among the Seniors. Students in different courses work together in order to create the best possible project. This past year, students in the Innovative Design Capstone helped the students in the Leadership Capstone on the design of their presentations, and in turn they received experience on how to help a “client” solve a problem. In the future, I hope students can present their work at external events like a conference so that their work is taken beyond the walls of Windward,” said Jill Bush, the Department Chair of the Senior Capstone Course. The Colloquium is the big finale of the Windward student’s academic career. It resembles a professional conference one might attend as a graduate student or professional in the working world. Last
year’s Colloquium was the first time every Senior presented their project. Originally it was designed so only students and faculty could attend, but the overwhelming response called for a change so that a broader audience could see the work of the Seniors. Windward’s Capstone projects are special to the community because they provide an opportunity for students to express their unique voices and allow them to utilize their passions to create an impactful impression.
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NEW FACULTY
SPOTLIGHTS Illustrations: Eliana Szabo ’19
WINDWARD BELIEVES that great work comes from people who are inspired to do their best. The School is committed to building a nurturing, inclusive culture and welcomes teachers who bring skills, qualities, and experiences that demonstrate an understanding of and ability to support our work surrounding fostering a diverse school community. This year, we are excited to welcome four new faculty members to Windward!
Michael J. Fox-Boyd Department: Math Michael J. Fox-Boyd joins Windward’s Math Department from Washington, DC. He comes from Bishop McNamara High School in Forestville, MD, where he was a math teacher for eight years and the Mathematics department co-chair for six. He was awarded New Teacher of the Year in 2011. In addition to being a Math teacher and co-chair, Michael also served as the head varsity swim coach and the assistant cross-country and track/ field coach. Before teaching at Bishop McNamara, Michael was a Math teacher and head track and field and cross-country coach for 10 years and Mathematics department chair for five years at Queen Anne School in Upper Marlboro, MD. Michael graduated from Wesleyan University with a BA in Mathematics and Computer Science. While double majoring, Michael was also a four-year member of Wesleyan’s Varsity Cross-Country, Indoor Track, and Outdoor Track teams. In 2001, he was named Wesleyan University Sportsperson of the Year. More recently, Michael successfully climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro and competed in the World Championships of Obstacle Course Racing.
Kara Nebel Department: English
Kara Nebel joins Windward’s English Department from New York City where she taught English, Ethics, and Psychology at Ethical Culture Fieldston School. In addition to her teaching roles at Fieldston, Kara served as a community service advisor, the coach of the Mock Trial team, and supervisor of a peer-led Middle School Ethics program. Prior to teaching at Fieldston, Kara taught Middle and Upper School English at Ranney School in New Jersey and Achievement First East New York Middle School in Brooklyn, NY. Kara earned her BA in Politics from Princeton University before earning an MA in Teaching (English Language Arts) from Relay Graduate School of Education in New York. She also earned an MS in Child Development and Education from the University of Oxford. Over the Summers, Kara also serves as the Director of Student Life at the Victory Briefs Institute, a national Summer debate workshop.
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ACADEMICS
Erika Hoffman Department: English Erika Hoffman joins Windward’s English Department after teaching at Los Angeles Unified School District’s School for Advanced Studies since 2000. Erika’s mission as an English teacher is to create well-designed learning experiences that combine active reading, deep thinking, and beautiful writing, with living skillfully. She was awarded South Bay’s Teacher of the Year in 2013. Erika received her BA in Rhetoric from the University of California, Berkeley. Beyond the classroom, she has taught enduring truths as a lecturer and seminar trainer to women and youth to help them navigate life’s challenges with wisdom and grace. Erika has also taught ESL classes in Southeastern Europe at the Lincoln Centers of Albania in Tirana.
Nichole Sater Foss, Ph.D. Department: History Nichole Sater Foss joins Windward’s History Department following 14 years of teaching at the university level. Nichole has spent the last four years as a lecturer at California State University, Los Angeles, with a focus on teaching American, Women’s, and Gender History. Before teaching at Cal State, Nichole worked at Bard College MAT, Los Angeles as a lecturer, research advisor, program mentor, and coordinator for mentor outreach and development. She has also worked as an instructor at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). Before teaching as a university professor, Nichole taught Middle School American History and Global Studies at Los Angeles’ Marlborough School for Girls. Nichole earned a BA with Distinction in Social Science and a Masters in History from California State University, Los Angeles. She received her Ph.D. in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) with a Doctoral Emphasis in Feminist Studies.
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BU I LT for
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n March, the Windward Omnicats Robotics Team took their builds on the road, competing in the Canadian Pacific Regional. It was the Omnicats' first international trip as a team, and the dedicated group of students and faculty gave their all in crafting the best possible robots that they could. Despite some early hurdles, from an electrical board damaged in transit to the finicky mechanism that was the robot’s platform scaling foot, the 21 team members were able to pass inspection and deliver a functioning, competitive build. Following a few days of testing and remodeling, as well as a scenic trip around Victoria, Canada, the competition commenced. Each team competed in a total of 11 qualifying rounds, followed by a selection process that established quarterfinal alliances of three teams each. After a slow 1-3 start, the teams made some adjustments and managed to make it through the first two rounds with an improved 4-4 record. Bolstered by a dedicated drive team, some inventive coding, and strong overall defense, the Omnicats entered the final day of competition with plenty of confidence. Upon arrival, the team learned that they had been awarded the Pit Safety Award, a testament to the detail, cleanliness, and procedures of the Omnicats safety captain 08 - S T E A M
and the rest of the team. The rest of the competition proved a challenge, with rigid time constraints, stiff competition, and even some robot surgery, and the team ultimately fell in the quarterfinals to the 3rd overall seed in a nail-biting battle. After the finals, the award ceremony brought all the teams and spectators together again. Having already won the Pit Safety Award, Windward was also runner-up for the Industrial Safety Award and won the Gracious Professionalism Award. Overall, this performance showed the team’s progression, as they achieved the best individual ranking the team had ever had in a regional going into selection. In addition, the Omnicats recognition of the Gracious Professionalism Award demonstrated the team’s commitment to the values of FIRST and good sportsmanship—true Windward values.
Now a wiser and more experienced group, the team couldn’t wait to get back in the Pit! The team had less than two weeks to fix, re-design or otherwise change the robot before the Los Angeles Regional… without touching the robot. That is—the robot was ‘re-bagged’ in Canada, and no changes to the competition robot could be made between regionals. Knowing this, the team had built an identical robot, lovingly called ‘Robot 2’, for experimentation and adjustment given the lessons learned. The efforts were a success. With a much more competitive and larger array of robotics teams at the LA Regional, the Omnicats made it to the semifinals. The FRC season ended with the School’s best record in its history.
STEAM
PURE IMAGINATION:
Students Dazzle with CREATE Showcase Designs
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indward hosted the 3rd Annual CREATE Showcase on May 15 to celebrate the creativity and innovation of Windward’s students and faculty. From useful inventions to awe-inspiring artwork, the Showcase hosted a wide variety of individual works. The Showcase also featured student work from various classes that utilized the CREATE Studio, including Arpilleras from Spanish 4 H, Laser Cut Timelines from Global Studies, and a wide variety of engineering and coding projects from Bioengineering. Winners were voted by those in attendance, with prizes awarded to the creations voted Most Original or Creative, Most Useful, Coolest, and Best Execution. Congratulations to the following students who received honors:
MOST ORIGINAL PROJECT:
Leyth Toubassy ’21 Fisho 2.0 COOLEST PROJECT:
McQuaid Harkin-Goodrich ’24 Longboard PROJECT WITH BEST EXECUTION:
Jared Bishop ’19 Khal Drogo Costume MOST USEFUL PROJECT:
Luke Longarzo ’21 & Jacob Berchtold ’21 Simple Sign-In
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Windward Goes Global Students travel to Vietnam as part of Windward’s Global Trips program
By Melanie Arias, Director of Global Programs
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ach day, Windward students are encouraged to learn and grow in ways that prepare them for a global future. This past June, 10 students and two faculty trip leaders met that future face-to-face by taking a journey to Vietnam. From a trip to the Chu Chi tunnels used by the Vietnamese in nationalist struggles against the French and then the United States, to attending a traditional water puppet theater, the experience brought historical Vietnam to life. It also introduced the group to the ways that Vietnam is planning for its future, from a responsible tourism workshop, to participating in a community service project coordinated by the Red Cross and local socialist government officials in the town of Vinh Long. The officials shared that migration of young people to cities for economic opportunity leaves older people in the town needing support. The students accordingly spent several days in Vinh Long engaged in building a home for a community elder.
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After working hard in Vinh Long, the group used night trains spanning the country to travel from South to North on a voyage that took them from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An and finally to Hanoi. The journey allowed students to witness firsthand colonial influences on Vietnam, the regional effects of capitalist and socialist economic influences, and the ways that everyday Vietnamese people encounter a global world—from cyclo pedicabs to WhatsApp. The group’s experience resonated with curriculum in 10th and 11th Grade History courses, particularly Global Studies and the United States in the World. As students bring their global experiences into the classroom, these students will help to broaden the perspectives of the wider community, in turn demonstrating the importance of global education in a dynamic, engaging learning environment. Our Global Trips program not only prepares students for a rapidly changing world, but supports them in engaging with it today.
GLOBAL PROGRAMS
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O N THEIR OW N M E RI T:
Elyse Forman ’19 and Delaney Glassner ’19 Awarded National Scholarships National Merit Scholarship Award SELECTION PROCESS
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ENTRANTS RECOGNIZED
50,000 34,000
COMMENDED SEMIFINALISTS
16,000
FINALISTS
15,000
WINNERS
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LESS THAN 0.5% OF STUDENTS ARE SELECTED AS AWARD WINNERS
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STUDENTS (IN THOUSANDS)
AKING THE PSAT is one of the first steps in the college application process. The full-day test gives students an opportunity to become familiar with the College Board’s standardized testing model. All students who take the PSAT are automatically entered into the National Merit Scholarship Program, but only 7,500 students across the country are chosen as finalists. This year, two Windward students were selected from a pool of more than 15,000 semifinalists. Elyse Forman ’19 and Delaney Glasner ’19 were awarded this honor based on a combination of academic rigor and potential for success in their college studies. They each received $2,500 scholarships from the state of California that will go towards their university education. Elyse, who will be attending Brown University in the Fall, said, “I am so grateful that I received this award, and it has already furthered my goal of becoming a doctor. It not only will go toward my college tuition, but it also shows my passion for learning and my drive to succeed.” Earning a National Merit Scholarship is a true honor as it reflects a student’s hard work and academic drive as well as their predicted success in the future. Northwestern University-bound Delaney remarked, “it is such an honor to be named. It’s nice to have all the hours of studying and test taking really pay off.”
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STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Holy
Anole! Jessica Voss ’20 Nabs National Geographic Grand Prize
WINDWARD'S JESSICA VOSS ’20 was announced as the Grand Prize Winner of the National Geographic 2019 Student Photo Contest this past Spring. Jessica beat out more than 5,000 entries from high schools around the nation to earn the top honor. As part of her prize, she embarked on a two-week-long trip to Tanzania, led by a National Geographic photographer.
When applying for the contest, Jessica had no idea she’d be snagging the top spot. “I wrote my statement and submitted the photo just a few hours shy of the midnight deadline. Getting the email from National Geographic saying I placed First was just awesome, though I couldn’t tell anyone for two weeks!� said Jessica.
CAPTURING THE SHOT CAMERA: Nikon D810 SHUTTER: 1/640 second APERTURE: f/5.6 FOCAL LENGTH: 300 mm
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Jessica’s award-winning photograph was of an Allison’s Anole, a rare, beautifully colored lizard found in Cuba. Jessica snapped the lizard on a whim while on vacation with her father in Santa Clara without knowing the significance of the reptile. Jessica’s passion for photography began at a very young age. Her parents were both into photography and she used a small point & shoot growing up. Her love for wildlife photography was sparked by living just outside the Ballona wetlands, where she’s able to capture photographs of various local wildlife such as egrets and Blue Herons. So what is Jessica’s favorite thing about photography? “For me, it’s about more than just getting the picture. It’s about being out and seeing what you’re taking the picture of. It’s just amazing. What you see through the camera is just something you don’t experience normally. It’s those experiences that I love.�
SERENGETI SAFARI ABOVE: Photos from Jessica's Grand Prize Trip to Tanzania, led by a National Geographic photographer.
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STUDENT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
NO TIME to W A S T E
Ella Diamond ’20 Tackles Food Follow Through
By Lydia Kresin ’20
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ccording to the Natural Resources Defense Council, 40% of all the food produced in the United States is thrown out. This equates to filling the Pasadena Rose Bowl to the brim with food waste every single day.
programs, senior citizen homes, and homeless shelters, rather than going to landfills. Food donors are protected from liability over their donated food by the Bill Emerson Good Samaritan Food Donation Act of 1996.
For the past year, Windward student Ella Diamond ’20 has been working to combat food waste as part of her Girl Scouts Gold Award, a culminating project that involves impactful community engagement. Starting with researching TED Talks, documentaries, and interviewing professionals, Ella began learning about the impact of food waste economically, on our environment, on our society, and on the people around us. She realized that this global problem can be addressed effectively at the local level, and she began tackling it on both a consumer level and from a business perspective.
On the consumer level, she created a website that acts as an information hub, with resources for people to learn more about the issues surrounding food waste, as well as the many different action steps that individuals can take to personally reduce their waste.
Ella has partnered with three different restaurants, connecting them with a food rescue organization, Food Finders, which collects leftover food from restaurants. The food is then donated to afterschool
For example, with a limited supply of oxygen, it can take up to 25 years for a head of lettuce to decompose in a landfill. Instead of throwing this head of lettuce in the trash, consider composting it. An increasing number of farmers markets have compost bins where you can bring your scraps at the end of the week. For those who do not have a green bin to easily compost in, freezing food scraps throughout the week eliminates any concern over smell. Areas such as Mar Vista and Culver City are also implementing pilot programs in which they provide residents with green bins.
$170.8B
$165B
F.D.A. E.P.A. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE
FOOD WASTE
HOMELAND SECURITY
DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
AMERICANS WASTE APPROXIMATELY
$165,000,000,000 of food annually, which is about the same as the Department of Education, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, Department of the Interior, Environmental Protection Agency, and FDA combined.
15%
REDUCTION IN FOOD WASTE would adequately feed nearly
25,000,000 AMERICANS
Another easy way to reduce personal food waste is to repurpose the scraps you might have thought have no purpose, such as broccoli stems. As part of her community outreach, Ella led a cooking class with younger Girl Scouts to teach them how to make hummus out of broccoli stems. As she noted, “it’s just a way of becoming creative and finding other ways to get the nutrients out of your vegetables.”
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small fish,
BIG POND YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS TAKE THE P LUNG E I N TO T H E S H A R K TA N K
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N NBC’S CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED, Emmy-award winning reality show Shark Tank, budding entrepreneurs are given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring their dreams to fruition. This past March, Windward’s youngest entrepreneurs had their chance to do the same—but with the show’s famous investors and business experts replaced with Windward’s very own faculty and staff. For the project, students in Windward’s Middle School Entrepreneurship class were tasked with coming up with an idea for a toy for young children, which had to have a science teaching component to it. Students worked in groups of three to ideate and bring their idea to completion before pitching their ideas to teachers in Windward’s Science department for informal feedback about the viability of the toy and also whether a similar toy was already on the market. Using materials from Windward’s CREATE Studio, and with the help of the Studio’s resident tinkerer Max Nishimura, students created a prototype to demonstrate their toy. Each group had only 60 seconds to deliver the perfect elevator pitch. The panel of judges then provided suggestions for ways to better the toy and posed additional questions during the Shark Tank pitch period. “We do this project because students are motivated by real-world projects that have a real-world audience. Shark Tank
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is a format with which they are familiar, and the competitive nature of the show provides an excellent opportunity to give clear and honest feedback about student ideas,” said Emily Dawe, Associate Director of Middle School. At the end of the course, students had the chance to officially reflect on their project, what they learned, and what they might do differently the next time around.
Above: Ben Blau ’24, Arya Hakimi ’24, and Sophie Solan ’24 pitch their ideas to a panel of judges in a “Shark Tank” inspired science project.
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
LEVEL UP STUDENT ENTREPRENEURS GET THEIR GAME ON
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indward’s Upper School Entrepreneurship class recently visited Riot Games, a video game developer and Esports tournament organizer based in West Los Angeles. The goal of the visit was to better understand how Riot Games developed from a small startup in 2006 to a globally recognizable brand with 24 offices worldwide and a staff of 2,500. Company representatives explained how the founders were gamers themselves, which gave them insight into the unique needs of their future customers. By leveraging their knowledge of the industry, the founders were able to create a value proposition that proved to be highly attractive to their customer base. This calculated strategy allowed the company’s flagship game, League
of Legends, to quickly become one of the most-played multiplayer PC games in the world. Students had an opportunity to tour Riot Games headquarters, ask questions about Riot’s history, and inquire about its current operational structure. Company representatives showed students the drawings and 3D recreations of the various characters that appear in League of Legends, and explained how each character has a unique backstory for gamers to explore. The visit ended with the class taking a photo with the giant bear “Tibbers”, a recreation of an influential character in the game. Thank you to the Jadeja family for making this opportunity possible!
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startups to learn about their process and rationale for creating their companies and how they have grown since partnering with Amplify. Students enjoyed listening to these startups’ pitches and asking questions regarding their business and growth strategy.
Young Entrepreneurs Build Their Brands
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indward’s Upper School Entrepreneurship class headed to Silicon Beach on April 11 to learn about Amplify, a venture capital firm and startup accelerator. Students first heard from Windward parent Paul Bricault, Amplify’s Co-Founder and Managing Director, to learn about the company’s process in
determining which startups to invest in and how Amplify supports the growth of those companies. Paul shared advice for budding entrepreneurs interested in starting a company and how best to approach an accelerator firm and pitch their business. Following this conversation, students met with two Amplify-backed
Students in Windward’s Entrepreneurship class have been working on ideas for their own startups and honing their presentation and pitch skills. This trip helped them better understand the process for taking their startup from an idea to a profitable company and allowed them to connect with community members and industry contacts who they could turn to for advice and support. This was the final field trip of the year for the Entrepreneurship class, but it proved to be a productive and inspiring experience.
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WINDWARD WITH THE WIN! T HEY DID IT AGAIN! On February 23, Windward’s Varsity Girls Basketball team added another highlight to their incredible season, defeating Sierra Canyon 73-58 to win the CIF Southern Section Open Division Championship. Their third Open Division championship in as many years, the game proved every bit worth the hype, the tightly contested affair neck and neck through the final period. The Wildcats beat an undefeated Sierra Canyon—one they had lost to just a month earlier.
Charisma Osborne ’19 poured in 27 points in the win, followed closely by McKayla Williams ’20 (25 points) and Kaiyah Corona ’19 (17 points). Tied at 48 heading into the fourth quarter, Windward went on an 11-2 run and outscored the Trailblazers 25-10 in the final quarter. The total team effort put
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an exclamation point on the team’s 25-win regular season. Congratulations to the players and Coach Vanessa Nygaard, and thank you to all the students, parents, and faculty who cheered on the team every step of the way!
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REACHING NE W HE I G H T S Windward Athletics Highlights
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WINTER The 7th Grade Boys Basketball Team victoriously represented Windward in the PBL Championships. The youngest Wildcats defeated longtime rival, Brentwood, in an exciting game. Led by coaches Andrew Gauthier and Zack Bright, they were the only Middle School team to clinch a title in the Winter season!
The Winter season was a success for the Upper School Wildcats! The Girls Varsity Basketball Team upheld their title as CIF champions as they beat Sierra Canyon during the Open Division CIF game. They clinched the CIF title but got knocked out of the playoffs due to injuries. Boys Varsity Basketball had a great season that ended with them being Division 1 CIF Semi-Finalists after falling short to Chino Hills. The team placed 2nd in league behind Sierra Canyon. In Soccer, the Girls Varsity Team clinched the GCL League Champion title, securing Windward’s place as a league champion for the first time since 2005. Sophia Stone ’20 was named All League MVP. During the Winter season, 10 individual students were named First Team All League Varsity and nine individual students were named Second Team All League Varsity. Congratulations Cats!
SPRING The Middle School Golf Team was once again victorious as they won the team championship. This is the sixth win in seven years for the program led by “Golf Guru” Ken Asher. Upper School athletics finished the year off with a number of excellent victories. 14 individual students were named First Team All League Varsity and 11 were named Second Team All League Varsity. In addition, 12 scholar-athletes committed to playing collegiately for the 2019-20 season. Boys athletics took home three GCL League Champion titles during the Spring season. The Boys Golf Team remained undefeated in the regular season and had a full team compete at the CIF Championship Tournament, ultimately bringing home the Champions title. Nathaniel Brodie ’19 finished 2nd individually in the League tournament to advance to the CIF Individual playoffs. The Boys Varsity Baseball Team, led by Head Coach Nolan Flashman, had a successful season as they topped the charts with their performances to earn them 1st in league.
Boys Volleyball, led by Head Coach Alexa Micek, had an electrifying season as they clinched the GCL Championship title. The Boys played some nail biting games in the rounds to hold off the GCL teams. One of the best performances in the history of the athletics program was when Windward was trailing Flintridge Prep by two games and came back in game three with a victory to seal the deal in five games, earning them a spot in the CIF Championship game. Track and Field performed wonderfully during their season. The Girls Track Team placed 2nd in league and the Boys Track Team placed 5th. Nine scholar-athletes traveled to Carpinteria to represent Windward at the CIF Preliminaries. Michelle Duchemin ’21 ended up clincing the individual title in the Girls High Jump and Dartmouth-bound Kaiya Corona ’19 placed 5th for Shot Put at the CIF Finals at El Camino College.
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Challenge-Based Learning at Windward By Cicek Bricault
I Cicek Bricault worked for a decade managing online communities and producing content for tech startups. She loves to tinker in her maker studio and is currently writing a middle grade novel that explores balance between nature & technology. Both her children attend Windward. Her daughter, Melise, is an 11th Grader and her son, Destin, is an 8th Grader.
WAS BROUGHT TO TEARS this past Spring at Windward’s 7th Grade CBL Community Forum as I listened to students articulate the realworld problems they chose to tackle and showcased data and solutions they created with prototypes in hand. Bravo! When Eric Mandel, Windward’s Assistant Head of School and Director of Middle School, acknowledged Middle School Science and Technology teachers Geraldine Loveless and Kevin Kloeker, who spearheaded the 11-week challenge for their devotion and remarkable work, I was struck once more. This time with curiosity. What really happens behindthe-scenes of CBL? How do Geraldine and Kevin pull this off? I sat down with each of them to find out. FIRST, THE PASSION. “It’s so much work, and it’s so worth it,” Geraldine said. “We’re trying to give students a self-motivated project where they’re getting life skills and transferable skills to address a real problem and to be well informed, balanced, caring, ethical young people, who can use what they’ve learned to do something meaningful in the world.” Most importantly from their CBL experience, Kevin added, “they learn social and problem-solving skills.”
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Above: India Marrero ’24, Laurel Hinds ’24, and Jack Gargiulo ’24 show off the features of their seeing-eye dog collar prototype. Left: Max Trilling ’24 and Abe Ezra ’24 proposed a certification program to reduce transmission of canine diseases spread through groomers.
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IT TAKES A VILLAGE. Casting a wide net across campus, Geraldine and Kevin make a point of pairing students with experts in the field. Research Librarian Cielo Botello-Williams teaches them how to investigate and probe topics. Tech guru Jenn Zanoria lends tips on website development. Jeff Miller who spends most of his time in the Upper School, comes in to teach graphic design. “Anytime a student wants to build a prototype—whether it’s electronics, or 3D printing, or laser cutting—I make sure to bring Max in,” Kevin said referring to Windward’s Resident Tinkerer Max Nishimura. With all the cross-campus collaboration, an integrated learning environment naturally emerges. During CBL, students write blogs to share the efficacy of their findings with a global audience. English teachers guide them on how their voice needs to be different than say—for poetry writing. It’s also popular for teams to write legislation as part of their actionable change. So in their “Introduction to American History” class, teachers cover how bills become laws. Eric Mandel, who also teaches this class, has his students write their own bills and then debate them in a Mock Congress. Eric added that, “I now talk about the process students use to identify a real problem and generate a solution that they have learned through the CBL.” Fellow students lend expertise as well. This year the GyroCup team furthered their designs with Windward Seniors who studied engineering. The Cup is a solution for Parkinson’s patients who suffer from trembling hands or arms. Don’t be surprised if you see it on Amazon. And remember, Geraldine and Kevin are always in search of experts across different disciplines to support their students. Don’t be shy. Jump right in! After all, that’s how we’re going to save the world! P.S. - I’m tearing up again.
Top: Emma Morton ’24 and Téa Koudsi ’24 demonstrate their Metro app idea to Windward Parent Valerie Daneshgar. Above: Windward Science teacher Geraldine Loveless makes an announcement at the CBL Forum.
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Windward’s Mandarin Program To Graduate Its First Class By Brad Pomerance
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hen the current crop of Seniors from the Windward Class of 2020 received their schedules as incoming 7th Graders in August 2014, they became the first class in recent memory that did not see Latin listed as one of their mandatory courses. In that year, Windward eliminated its requirement that all 7th Graders take Latin in their first year at the school. Working with educational consultants at the time, the Windward Administration thoroughly researched which language should take Latin’s place. Three languages rose to the top—Arabic, Mandarin, and Portuguese. In the end, Mandarin received the biggest push from parents and students, and the World Language Department welcomed it as a curricular option. In that first year, ten Windward 7th Graders opted to take Mandarin. Jai Bhavnani ’20 recalls, “I decided to take Mandarin in 7th Grade because I want to pursue business in my future, and China is a pivotal member of our global economy. I figured I must align myself with the largest forces at play in order to maximize my potential.” Suffice it to say, for Jai and the five other students who have maintained their Mandarin studies throughout their tenure at Windward, this educational pursuit has no doubt been a challenging one. Berkeley Goldschmidt ’20 remarked, “the most difficult part of taking Mandarin is the pronunciation. There are four tones, and if you pronounce a word with the incorrect tone, you could be saying ‘fish’ instead of ‘rain.’”
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Brad Pomerance is father to Ivy ’20 and Paige ’22. He is a television host, currently headlining Uncovered in the Archives on KVCR-TV and Air Land & Sea on JLTV.
Berkeley echoed Jai’s sentiments regarding Windward’s Mandarin teachers, Phoebe Fan and Candice Chiang. “Mandarin with Phoebe and Candice is fantastic. Candice makes for a challenging class. She also has a fantastic sense of humor. Phoebe is lovely too. I have enjoyed my time with her. She brings games and activities to the class.” Apparently, the admiration runs both ways among Windward’s Mandarin teachers and the students. Phoebe noted that “the best part is the students at Windward are sweet and nice. They are also very open-minded to learn a brand new culture.” Candice remarked that “they are all great students. I have been surprised to see how much they can learn. They are a fun group to teach.” And dare we forget to mention the accolades from the Windward administration. Paola De Castro, Windward’s World Language Department Chair, is not only “very proud” of the Mandarin students, she commented that the Mandarin program would not have transformed into the successful one that it is today “without the incredible collaboration and diligent work of Candice and Phoebe.” This past school year, these six pioneering students have become trailblazers at Windward. They were the first to successfully complete Mandarin 4 Honors, which in order to obtain such a designation under University of California standards, required students to use the target language in class, demonstrate outstanding behavior and participation, show a dedication to the course and all assigned work, and present a superior work ethic.
This rigorous designation mandates the completion of a project assigned in the Fall and submitted in the Spring. When Paola had a chance to peer at the Mandarin students’ culminating projects, she found that “they did an excellent job, demonstrating mastery in the three modes of communication: interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational. This group of students is stellar, and I am very confident that they will continue to excel in their language studies and will surprise us in their Senior year.” In that Senior year, these six stellar students will take Honors Mandarin
Language and Culture. Students will engage in the exploration of both historical and contemporary Chinese culture through a wide array of authentic sources while further refining and expanding their knowledge of the Mandarin language. And when these six students receive their diplomas inside the Lewis Jackson Memorial Sports Center next May, they can leave knowing that they will be sorely missed. As Phoebe poignantly states, “I will really miss them after they graduate. I hope they can keep using Mandarin in the future. I just know that they could be really fluent in Mandarin because they have that capability.”
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ONGRAT UL ATIONS TO THE CL ASS OF 2019, who celebrated with family and friends May 24 in a spirited and sentimental ceremony in the Lewis Jackson Memorial Sports Center on campus, which was spectacularly transformed for the occasion. The 104 students in the Class of 2019 matriculated to 27 states. We look forward to supporting our newest alumni through the Windward Network, which assists students seeking professional growth, networking, and mentorship opportunities. This Fall, our most recent Windward alumni are just beginning to make their mark at the following college and university campuses: Barnard College (2) Bates College Brown University (2) Carleton College Colby College Colorado College (2) Dartmouth College (2) Denison University Emory University Grinnell College Haverford College (2) Indiana University at Bloomington Kenyon College Lewis & Clark College (2) Loyola Marymount University (3) Massachusetts Institute of Technology New York University (2) Northeastern University Northwestern University (3) Oberlin College of Arts and Sciences Pepperdine University Pratt Institute Princeton University Purdue University Reed College Santa Clara University (2)
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Savannah College of Art and Design (2) Scripps College Stanford University (2) The George Washington University The New School - All Divisions The University of Arizona The University of Texas, Austin (3) Tufts University Tulane University (4) University of California, Berkeley (7) University of California, Los Angeles (2) University of California, San Diego (3) University of California, Santa Cruz (2) University of Chicago University of Colorado at Boulder (4) University of Michigan (6) University of Mississippi University of Pennsylvania University of Richmond University of Southern California (6) University of Washington (3) University of Wisconsin, Madison (7) Washington University in St. Louis (5) Wellesley College Yale University
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Board of Trustees
We are deeply grateful to all who have served as Trustees since the School was founded in 1971, and we salute the following Trustees, who are leaving the Board this year, for their commitment to Windward. As you join the special group of former Trustees, please know that you are always a member of the Windward community, and we look forward to your continued involvement in the life of the School.
2018-19 Board of Trustees Chair: Neil Wertlieb Secretary: Tom Gilder Officers: Ted Fikre Nancy Glaser Elliot Gordon ’74 Emily Kovner Moss ’91 Alex Kwit Perrie Weiner Treasurer: Bennett Rosenthal Parent Guild Representative: Michelle Taub Members: Carrie Creighton Ed Gargiulo Jordan Kaplan Nora Malone Maria Mancuso Gersh Debbie Markiles Allison Mirkin Rich Pachulski Michael Parks Andrew Schwartzberg Maxine Stratton Karol Watson Brian Weitman
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2019-20 Board of Trustees Chair: Neil Wertlieb Secretary: Tom Gilder Officers: Nancy Glaser Elliot Gordon ’74 Emily Kovner Moss ’91 Alex Kwit Perrie Weiner Treasurer: Ted Fikre Parent Guild Representative: Sheri Green Members: Ed Gargiulo Ann Gianopulos Jordan Kaplan Kevin Kloeker Nora Malone Maria Mancuso Gersh Debbie Markiles Pamela Mass Rich Pachulski Andrew Schwartzberg Raj Shourie Maxine Stratton Michelle Taub Karol Watson Brian Weitman
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Departing Trustees
Allison Mirkin Allison Mirkin departs the Board after an impressive 17 years of service. The proud parent of four Windward alums—Matt ‘01, Stephanie ‘03, Ryan ‘06, and Nick ‘09, as well as daughter-in-law Abby '01, Allison has contributed to Windward in many capacities over the last two decades including serving two terms as Parent Guild president, serving on the Committee on Trustees, Executive Committee, and Strategic Planning Committee, as well as co-chairing Windward’s Annual Fund. We thank Allison for her longstanding tenure on the Board and her continued dedication to the School.
Michael Parks As an active member of the Finance and Operations Committee since 2010, Michael Parks has played a large role in supporting programmatic growth and the improvement of Windward’s facilities. As parents of alums Jake ‘12 and John ‘15, Michael and wife Judith Hayward have devoted much of their time to supporting Windward’s Robotics program. We are deeply grateful for Michael’s contributions while on the Board, and we thank him for continuing his service as a member of Windward’s Audit Committee.
Bennett Rosenthal Bennett Rosenthal leaves the Board following a successful eight-year tenure. Bennett served as Chair of the Finance and Operations Committee since 2012, playing a critical role in overseeing the Board’s spending for various school enhancements. The Rosenthal family has been very active supporters of Performing Arts at Windward over the last decade. The proud father to Windward alumni Brooke '15, Miles '18, and Tess '19, Bennett’s contributions have helped to ensure a bright future for Windwardians of the present and beyond.
Carrie Creighton Carrie Creighton departs the Board after completing her three-year term in the role of Faculty Trustee. Carrie has taught French at Windward since 2012 and has been instrumental in continuing the tradition of getting 100% participation of faculty and staff for the Windward Fund. An avid traveler, Carrie has also supported Windward in the past two years as its Global Trips Coordinator. Carrie’s unique insight will be missed on the Board, but we look forward to her continued contributions as Windward’s World Language teacher.
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New Trustees Pamela Patrusky Mass Pamela Patrusky Mass worked as Senior Designer for the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Getty Trust earning numerous awards in environmental, exhibition and publication design. She currently consults for arts institutions and other nonprofits. Pamela earned a BA from UCLA and did graduate work at Art Center College of Design. She served as president of the MOCA Contemporaries and as a trustee and executive board member of Craft Contemporary. Pamela is on the Board of The Blue Ribbon, a group that provides major support to The Music Center and its resident companies. Each year, The Blue Ribbon hosts tens of thousands of Los Angeles area elementary school students at the Music Center for a live performance.
Sheri Green Sheri Green dedicates much of her time to volunteering at her children’s schools. She received a BA in Communication from Tulane University and an MS in Elementary Education from Hunter College in New York. After relocating from New York to Los Angeles, Sheri became a substitute teacher in the LA Unified School District and then taught 4th Grade at Stephen S. Wise Temple Day School. Sheri served on the Parent Guild Executive Committee for two years in preparation for her role as Parent Guild President for 2019-20. She also sits on the Board of Trustees for Village School and Kehillat Israel Temple. Sheri and her husband Michael are the proud parents to children Ava ‘20, Liam ‘24, and Milo (4th Grade).
Pamela is a past Windward School Parent Guild president. She and her husband Ron are proud parents of —Nolan ‘17, Oliver ‘19, and Theo ‘22.
Science teacher Kevin Kloeker joins the Board in the role of Faculty Trustee. After a seven year stay in Las Vegas that kicked off his career in education, Kevin joined the Windward Science and Technology team in 2015 with a great deal of enthusiasm and optimism for the future of Windward students. During his stint in Las Vegas, Kevin was a multiple-time recipient of his school's Science Teacher of the Year award and has continued his successes in the Middle School at Windward. Kevin has a degree in Biology from the University of Kentucky and went on to receive his Masters in Education from the University of Nevada—Las Vegas. 30 - B O A R D O F T R U S T E E S
Raj Shourie is a Managing Director and co-portfolio manager within Oaktree's Distressed Debt group. He contributes to the analysis, portfolio construction, and management of the Distressed Opportunities and Value Opportunities strategies. He has invested in the airline/ aircraft industry for a number of years and led the firm's investments in financial institutions during the global financial crisis. Prior to joining Oaktree, he was an associate in the Principal Investment area at Goldman, Sachs & Co., and a management consultant at McKinsey & Co. Raj earned a BA in economics from Harvard College, where he was elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He then went on to receive an MBA from Harvard Business School, where he was a Baker Scholar. Raj is the proud parent of Jai '21 and Zubin '22.
Ann Gianopulous Kevin Kloeker
Raj Shourie
Ann Gianopulos has enjoyed a highly successful career in marketing and the entertainment industry. She began her career at Warner Brothers Licensing's European headquarters in Paris, and continued on to positions at Hanna-Barbera International, Turner Pictures International, and as Vice President of Marketing at Twentieth Century Fox International. Ann has served as co-chair of the Parent Guild Homecoming Committee. She also serves on several boards including the Geffen Playhouse Advisory Council, the USC/Kaufman School of Dance, and the Common Sense Media Council. She recently completed 9 years of service on the Archer School for Girls Board of Trustees, where she chaired the Community and Outreach committee. Ann is the proud parent of two Windward students— Alexa ‘21 and Niki ‘23— and her eldest daughter Mimi.
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2018-19 Windward Fund
Donor Roll Windward gratefully acknowledges the following donors for the support of the 2018-19 Windward Fund. Your meaningful contributions helped us surpass our ambitious goal of $2.15 million. The Windward Fund is the cornerstone of the School’s fundraising efforts and provides critical support of the operating budget to grow Windward’s Program Enhancements, Research and Development, and Financial Aid. Aspects of the Windward Fund touch every student, teacher, and program at Windward. Thank you! c Denotes five or more years of consecutive giving
Founder $50,000+ Jackie & Adam Sandler
Head of School $25,000+
The Ahmanson Foundation Sheri & Steve Altieri c American Endowment Foundation Karen Ann Coburn & Kary Antholis Wendy & Gary Broad '77 c Andrea & Barry Cayton Kate & Arthur Coppola c Fidelity Charitable Fund Nancy & Jon Glaser c Goldrich Family Foundation Julie & James Kang c Lorraine & Damien McCann Morgan Stanley Elon Musk Justine Musk Susan & Matthew O'Connor I-Shyh & Paul Ortiz c Dana & Richard Pachulski Talia & Jason Rimokh Allison & Bennett Rosenthal c Jaime & Andrew Schwartzberg Trina & Adam Venit c Donna & Jason Weiss Elisabeth & Rich Welch
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Jennifer & Michael Beerman Nicole & Brad Brooks Valerie & Faraz Daneshgar Kori & Darren Dworkin Shannon & Dean Factor Angela Asher & Ted Fikre c The Foster Family c Risa Gertner Ann & Jim Gianopulos Emily & Teddy Greenspan c Susan Winfield & Stephen Grynberg Brooke & Adam Kanter c Jenny & Alex Kwit The Loni & Jeff Rush Family Foundation Robert Morton c Laura & Kenny Rogers c Jennifer Rush c Moira & Rajath Shourie Rita Tuzon & Rick Stone c Lexine & Cuyler Tremayne c Vanguard Charitable La Donna & Neil Wertlieb c Jessica & Steve Yi
Leadership $10,000+
Anonymous (1) 1P Foundation Gina & Mark Albert Lori & Howard Altman c Alison Garb & John Andrews Tanya & Jeff Baron c Kerry & Robert Benderson c Benevity Community Impact Fund Lorraine & Joe Berchtold Shainaz Donnelly Burg & Mark Burg c Julie & Steve Dolcemaschio c Teri & Darryl Eaton Rachel & John Edwards c Stefanie & Jason Finger Kay Friedman Holland '90 & Grant Holland Evanne & Ed Gargiulo Maria Mancuso Gersh & Gary Gersh c Cathy & Josh Goldsmith Sheri & Michael Green c
Christine & Jordan Kaplan c Wendy & Brandon Kirk Lorie Alexander & Thomas Kreller Wendy & Gary Leshgold Serena & Shawn Levy Henna & Casey Lugash Marci Pool & David Madden Margaret A. Cargill Foundation Pamela & Ron Mass c Michelle & Yariv Milchan Laura & Chris Miller c Staci & Adam Miller Elizabeth & Bill Molinski Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust, Inc. Sarah-Jane Wilde & David Morrison Sam Naficy Janelle & Jon Newkirk The Pauley Foundation Joanne & Matt Pauley Kelly & Darren Peers Rachael & Bob Platt The Richard Salomon Family Foundation Aimee & Mark Rosenbaum Diana & Andrew Sachs Paulina & Carlos Smith c The St. John Family Maxine & Brent Stratton Karen Blackfield & Stuart Tobisman UBS Foundation c Liz & Andy Waters Nadine Bell & Bart Williams
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Jo Champa Cathleen Young & Patrick DeCarolis DLA Piper LLP c Domah Fund Lisa & Christopher Downey c Emily & Kevin Doyle Jenifer & Matthew Edelman Katherine & Sean Eskovitz Ilana & Justin Farar Lara Sachs-Fishman & David Fishman c Andrea Wallace & Jonathan Friedman The Garner Iwanyk Families Natalie & Leo Gestetner Whitney & Bill Glass Dawn Ahrens & David Gooding c Rosanne Cunningham & Karsten Gopinath c Carol Schwartz & Elliot Gordon '74 c Melissa Papp Green & Jeff Green c Vardit & Micah Green Jolie & Rick Greenwald Samantha & Christopher Hannan c Sharon Stanley & William Hansen Annie & Alan Holleb c Janet Shim & Taos Huskey '93 c Natalie Reisman Iwanyk & Basil Iwanyk c Roopal & Ashok Jadeja Frances Chung Kallman & Andrew Kallman Michelle & Steven Kane Blaire & Aaron Kaplan Lisa & Brian Kessler c Leah & John Ketcham Alison & Jay Kleckner c Nancy Corshen & Richard Klubeck Natasha & John Koudsi Ashley & David Kramer Suzan & Matthew Lamishaw c Lisa & Kevin Lewin c Elinor & Jonathan Lewis c Julie Sandor & Jack Ludden Nicolette McDougall & Steve MacDonald Shoreen Maghame Debbie & Jonathan Markiles c Dorrie & Paul Markovits c Carol Cheng-Mayer & Brett Mayer Lorena Barrientos & Mark Merritt Angela & Mark Milstein c Allison & Jeffrey Mirkin c Emily Kovner Moss '91 c Randee & Richard Motzkin Jerold Neuman Lydia & Charles Oppenheim c Philip Paccione Beverly & Stephen Pazuk Kimberly & Joshua Perttula '88 c Debi & Jeffrey Pomerantz c Stacy Sherman & Billy Ray c Jessica & Eric Reid Anna & Jeffrey Reyna Kirsten & Michael Richter c Karen & Steven Rindner Raina & David Rosenblum Gretchen & Dan Rush
Jessica & Scott Samet Pamela & Matt Schwab Todd Sherman c Karen & Scott Silver c Kelly & Matt Sloan Pam & Stephen Soller Linda & Glenn Solomon Marin Hinkle & Randall Sommer Martha & Ari Swiller c Michelle & David Taub c Gail Woods & Mitchell Tenzer Christina & Andrew Thau Ambereen & Ramez Toubassy Wendi & Stephen Trilling Kyle & Mauricio Umansky c Karen & Jeremy Umland Denise Contis-Walter & Christopher Walter Danae & Gregory Webster c Karen & Alan Weil Candice & Perrie Weiner c Amy & Brian Weitman c Courtney & Jared Wolff Jane & Raymond Wurwand c
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Anonymous (2) Marnie & Paul Altman Jamie & Michael Angus Frieda & Ceth Ashendouek '85 c Ginger Glass & Gala Asher Irene & Wesley Baba c Dawn Barrett c John Baudhuin Elise & Eric Beane Ann Blanchard & Sandy Becker c Karen & Adam Berkowitz c Karen Van Nuys & Antonio Bernardo c Teresa & Paul Bridwell Cynthia Sikes & Ross Brodie c Carolyn & Dwight Caines c Elle Carling Roselyn & Robert Carnahan Jill & Mark Chayet Amy Jan & Phillip Cheng Roya & Peter Cohen Gaby & Daniel Cosgrove Carolyn & John Crosson Phyllis & Kevin Crotty Janel Ablon & Matthew Davis Erica Gerard Di Bona & Vincent Di Bona Gina Di Bona Caskey & Mick Ebeling Employees Charity Organization Northrop Grumman c Stacey & Tim Farish c Alisa & Craig Farkas c Carin & Scott Farkas The Faye/Asher Family Debbie & Mark Feldstein
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Bobby Cotsen '17 Julia Cotsen '18 Carrie Creighton c Angie & Kelly Cunningham Sherly & Kamyar Daneshgar Andrea & Michael Daniels c Beata Pozniak Daniels & Jeff Daniels c Celia Davidson Farkas c Emily Dawe c Julie Pan & Jeffrey de Chausse Claudia De La Roca Tony de los Reyes c Paola DeCastro JP deGuzman Marisol Delahoussaye Benjamin Delwiche Wendy Dembo '84 c Beth Rendeiro & Steven DePaul c Nicky DePaul '09 Mary Evans & George DeShazo Deborah & Eric Diamond c Scott Diamond c Susan & Paul Diamond c Tali Diamond c Eva & Sabino Diaz Marisa Blackshire & Tyrone Dinneen Lawanna Dixon c Nancy Lee & Elton Doi Rachel & Jay Donaldson Robin & Paul Donzis c Claire & Dominique Duchemin Tammy & Jeffrey Ellis Alice & Phillip Eng Julia & Jonathan Eng In Memory of Lisa Engel Valerie & Anthony English c Johnny Enriquez Marni & Ron Eshel c Patricia & Bruce Eskovitz c Stacy & Scott Ezra Phoebe Fan Alia Faubert Ayn Faubert c Erin & David Felman '96 Linda McLoughlin Figel '81 & Matt Figel c Beth Osisek & Ken Fink Adam Finkel Erica & James Fishkin Jill Teitelbaum & Jorge Flores '84 c Kevin Forester '89 Nannette & Burton Forester c Adine & Dan Forman c Jordan Fox c Nancy Cordova & Mario Franco c Jacqueline Freed '11 Rachel & James Freeman Suzanne Freeman The French-Saleh Family Julie & Garth Friedrich c Patrick Friel Rita Bower & Ray Friend c
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Andrew Fromer '08 Jill & Leonard Fromer c Portia & Sean Furst '88 c Kay Seymour-Gabriel & Richard Gabriel c Jennifer & Robert Galperson '90 c Darius Gangei Crecencia Martinez & Jose Garcia c Kate Briscoe & Ivan Garel-Jones Carol & Kevin Gelbard Judy Ashmann-Gerst & Robert Gerst Jeff Gilder '08 c Jenna Gilder '11 Eric Gladstone '05 Mara Levin & Jonathan Glassner c Selen & Coskun Goktan Linda & Richard Goldsmith c Toni & Steve Goldsobel c Julian Goldstein Hiliana Gomez c Edgar Gonzalez Jay Goodfader '88 Ashley Goodman Amy Harkin & Steven Goodrich Nancy & Jonathan Goodson Daniel Gordon '10 Hillary Gordon '77 c Jennifer & Scott Gordon '84 c Lily Gordon '08 Julia Coley & Jerry Goren c Brett Gottlieb '85 c Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Sarah Greenleaf Andrew Gross '92 Davina Grossman Ethel Gullette c Jill Gully c Daniel Gutierrez c Brandon Hakim '08 Shazi & Kambiz Hakimi Meredith Hamel c Suzie Hanrahan Karla Northern-Harris & Tyrece Harris c Danielle Miller & Jonathan Hausman '85 Eveneshia Hedgeman c Dominique & Mats Hellstrom c Christina Hendershaw c Tory Herald c Armin Porter & Darryl Herzik Lockell & Chris Hickey '97 Sharron & Chris Hickey Karriann Farrell Hinds & Elliot Hinds c Margaret Hinkle Paula & Bruce Hirsch c Berit Kerner & James Ho c Ann-Marie & Nicholas Hobbs c Lauren Hoffman '05 c Charles Holmes c Gail & Robert Holmes c Josh Holt Andrea & Scott Holtzman c Tiffaney Hughes Peggy & Francis Hung c
Simon Huss c Lynn & Alan Iezman Phyllis & Andrew Isaacson Kam & Jermaine Jackson Karre & Lou Jacobs c Samantha James Andrew Jebb & Brian Setzer Dessie & Rodney Jeffries c Ing Lee & Todd Jerry Jamie & David Jeter c Sudha Joga Veronica Johnson Joan Lesser & Ronald Johnston Minda & Doug Johnstone c Frances & Josh Jones c NataĹĄa Jovanovic & Matthew Robinson Gil Junger c Nina Junger c Andrea Kahn '02 Erica & Michael Kanter Lauren & Lee Karny Jennifer & Eric Kaufman Chung Han & EJ Kavounas c Elizabeth & Owen Kaye c Shirley Kennedy Olivia Khalili '17 Rachel Khedoori Stephanie & David Kingsdale c Irene & Marvin Kleinberg Kevin Kloeker Lindsay Knaub c Nadine Kary & Robert Knepper c Steven Knotz '99 Neal Koch c Daniel Koh Rainer & Nikos Kokotakis Stephanie & Gregory Konkoff '88 c Shahar & Yifat Koren Ali Kornberg '01 Michael Kraus Rini Simon Kraus & Arthur Kraus Suzanne Kraus Susan & Vitaly Kresin c Claire Krizman '14 Debra & Richard Krizman Amanda Kyed c Monica & Ross Lacy Jeffrey Lake Ali Landes '04 c Lappen Family Foundation Jacqueline Lauderdale Derek Leavitt '95 Dorothy Lee Shayna Leeds '11 Lauri Semarne Leete c CC Pulitzer-Lemann & Monte Lemann c Daisha & Emilio Leon Marc Levey Abbey Shi Levin '04 Sarah Lidschin '87 Christine Wang & Edward Lin c Mara Silverman & Brian Lloyd c
Vanessa Rodriguez Lopez & Oscar Lopez-Borbon Geraldine & Laura Loveless c Tony Low Alesia Young & David Lowe c Cardiff & Eric Loy c Laura Luna & Reinaldo Luna Nancy & Robert Lurie Charlie Lyttle '15 Jake Madison '04 Dillon Malaret '18 Jacqueline Malaret '16 Jennifer & Charles Malaret c Nora Malone c Aaron Marquette Maya Burrell Marrero Stefano Marrero Brooke & Dave Marrujo Lauri & David Martin c Susan & Josh Marx c Julie Marsh & Steve Mayer Donna McCann Kevin McCann Susan & Bart McCarthy Stephanie Mirkin McDevitt '03 & Kevin McDevitt c Jamey McElvain-Whitman Susan Mearns & Scott McFarland c Erica McGrath Melissa Painter & Sandro Meallet Drue Metz Vaughan & Nick Meyer c Margaret & Lucas Meyers '88 Jeff Miller c Vicky & Rich Miller c Emily Miner Nicholas Mirkin '09 Ryan Mirkin '06 c James Patric Moran Cori & Landon Morris Julie & Benjamin Morris Eric Moss Stacie MuĂąoz '06 Meredith Murad Sarah & Chris Musich Sari & Robert Neal-Watkins Cheryl & David Nelson Vicki Neuman New York Life Insurance Company Tri Nguyen Nils Nielsen Max Nishimura Robert Nolan Firoz Noor c Hannah Freed Northenor '99 c Wayne Northrup c Vanessa Nygaard c Rachel & Barry O'Brien c Susanne Cipolla Olmos & Mico Olmos Derek Osborne Rachel Osborne Vanessa Angel & Rick Otto c Mark Owens c Samantha Pack W I N D W A R D M A G A Z I N E - 35
Christopher Padilla c Linda & Richard Page c Susan Painter c Judith Hayward & Michael Parks c Parkside Foundation Julie Leeds & Robert Pasnau '85 c Daniel Paulson c Kelly Payne Khanh Truong & Mark Paz Kerry & Howard Perlow c Colin Pfaff Julia Phillips Robin & Jeff Pickett Carrie & Russ Pillar c Suzy & Jeff Pion Jim Pirri Stephanie Pirri Simone McKitty & Martin Pitts Mark Polland '81 c Lauren Reisman Polak '93 & Jeff Polak c Tina & Bradley Pomerance c Leslie Saxon & Gary Poole Nora Portillo c Sibylle & Howard Postley '82 Susan & Tyrone Powell c Lisa & Jon Provisor c Jennifer Quine Karalyn Ramon c Max Rappaport '09 Raytheon Company Heather Regnier '04 c Jennifer Regnier '02 Judith Gonda & Victor Regnier Tony Reiter '84 Samantha & Justin Remeny '95 Mahi Lashgari Renselaer & Edward Renselaer Nery Reyna c Pamela & David Reynolds c Elizabeth & David Ricanati c Lauren Rice c Sophia Lord-Richard & Joe Richard Christine Olsen & Jason Richman Karen & Gary Richman Michelle & Keith Richman Chris Ridder '89 Angela Riley Marie & Louis Robbins c Julie & Bennett Roberts '78 Dawn Robinson c Leslie Rojas c Amy Romine Ashley Rose '03 c Emily & Colin Rose c Betty Lee & Howard Rosen c The Eric & Holly Rosen Family c Joan & Robert Rosenbaum Bita Rahbar & Lawrence Rosenblum c Isabel Rosenthal Shoshana & Mark Ross Elana Cohen-Roth & Jack Roth 36 - W I N D W A R D G I V I N G
Joy & Jason Rothenberg c James Rothstein c Allegra Mancuso & Sam Rubin Bethany & Saul Rubin Melissa Karz & Thomas Rubinson Regina Rubio c Christina & Kenneth Russo Maria Sibug Saber & Peter Saber c Amber & Warren Daniel Saft '91 c Christie Salomon Rebecca Carlish Samson '94 & Aaron Samson Benjamin Sanders '02 c Maryann & Michael Sanders Alex Sarkissian '09 Ramona Robinson & Edward Saunders Jeryldine Saville Marc Schaberg c Chelsey Schneider Malk '96 & Tony Malk Max Schrage '14 Yuno Sakurai & Michael Schulte c Eve Sitowitz & Reuben Seid Lori & Jeff Serber c Dahlia Setiyawan Courtney Schaberg & Lincoln Sevier c Jackie & Stephen Shapiro Shima Madani & Kaveh Sharif Katherine Watkins & Richard Shaw c Lolita Davidovich & Ron Shelton c Kirsten & Brian Shirken c Teri & Michael Shoustal Hillary & Jon Siegal c Andreia & Richard Silvera c Rozita & Babak Siminou Bertha & William Simmons Toni & Greg Simon '85 c Jill & Larry Singer Devanshu Singh '16 Breton Slater '98 Beverly Smale Chris & Stephen Smale c Nancy Smith c Cheryl & David Snow David Soffer '98 Diane Rose-Solomon & Andy Solomon c Ilene & Keith Solomon Jennifer & Rob Solomon '87 c Rupee & Sanjay Sood Curtistine Spates White '84 & Tom White Anne Parker & Jeffrey Spear Adam Spira '92 c Mandy & Dean Stackel c Lincoln Stalmaster '84 Maja Starcevic c Amanda Dumas-Stein & Mark Stein c Diana & Frank Stephan Lori Zukerman & Thomas Strouse JaJuan Sudds Michael Sugarman '05 c Emily Surloff '15 Joanne Van Emburgh & Sam Surloff
Josh Swartz Donata Takahashi c Meghan Tally Katie Thoma c Ben Thomas Scott Thomas-Fitch '94 Darcie & Robert Tillis c Nicole Pearl & Cindy Tobisman Austin Totty Susan Landesmann & Daniel Treisman c Sarah Trenton '14 Mark Tronson c Megan Kissinger & Chris Trunnell Lara Tucker Lori & Barry Turbow '89 Garret Tyau Jennifer & Spencer Tyler David Unger c Azita Ashofteh & Farhad Vafaee c Seena Vafaee '16 Amber Valletta c Jacob Van der Wilk Damon Van Leeuwen c Jacqueline & Adam Varney c Jane Vaynerov '01 Vanessa Vazquez c Jill & Salvador Velazquez c Connie & David Voss c David Voss Lisa & Dennis Walker c Leslie Katzman Wallach '84 c Michelle & Robert Watkins Faith Taylor & Doug Wayne '84 Nick Webster c Stacey & Keith Webster c Lisa Weinstein c Tessa Weinstein Lisa & Bradley Weinstock c Kathy & Irwin Weiss Eric Weller Michael West Jonathan Westerman Amanda Westrick Sheila & Trevor Weyland Donna Jean Widmer Virgil Williams Erik Winston '89 Chinda Wongngamnit c Phaizon Wood c Whitney Wood Montrice Wright Charles Yoo Emily & Peter Yu Sharon Pearline & Henry Zangwill c Jenn Zanoria c Patricia & Harrison Zanuck Samson Zedingil c Sherri & Marty Zigman Alejandro Zuniga c
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2018-19
REVENUE AND OPERATING EXPENSES 92% TUITION 8% FUNDRAISING
33% PROGRAM
ENHANCEMENTS
• Classroom & campus upgrades • Software & equipment upgrades
Revenue
& 16% RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT • Partnerships with universities • Professional workshops, trainings, and conferences for faculty & staff
51% FINANCIAL AID • Tuition • Books • Trips & Retreat support
68% INSTRUCTIONAL 11% FINANCIAL AID
Expenses
10% GENERAL & ADMINISTRATIVE 7% PLANT 4% DEBT
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2018-19
Windward Fund Volunteers Honor Roll Thank you to all of the volunteers who worked tirelessly in support of the Windward Fund. The remarkable growth of the Windward Fund in 2018-19 could not have been achieved without your steadfast commitment. Your efforts are making a daily impact on campus.
Leadership Committee Co-Chairs
Windward Fund Volunteers Jamie & Michael Angus
Monica & Ross Lacy
Michelle & Gareth Asten
Wendy & Gary Leshgold
Kerry & Robert Benderson
Nancy & Robert Lurie
Shainaz Donnelly Burg & Mark Burg
Carol Cheng-Mayer & Brett Mayer
Amy Call
Dana Sano & James Meyers
Jill & Mark Chayet
Allison & Peter Morrison
Phyllis & Kevin Crotty
Joanne & Matt Pauley
Beata Pozniak Daniels & Jeff Daniels
Rachael & Bob Platt
Janel Ablon & Matthew Davis
Orit & Nadav Ravid
Kori & Darren Dworkin
Jessica & Eric Reid
Teri & Darryl Eaton
Isabel Rosenthal
Shannon & Dean Factor
Amy & Patrick Russo
Lani & Justin Farar
Diana & Andrew Sachs
Alisa & Craig Farkas
Pamela & Matt Schwab
Beth Osisek & Ken Fink
Kelly & Matt Sloan
Amy Harkin & Steve Goodrich
Cheryl & David Snow
Jennifer Winer-Gordon & Rafi Gordon
Maie & Rick St. John
Jenny & Scott Gordon '84
Gail Woods & Mitch Tenzer
Elise Grace
Christina & Andrew Thau
Susan Winfield & Stephen Grynberg
Wendi & Stephen Trilling
Susan Hertz
Trina & Adam Venit
Ing Lee & Todd Jerry
Karyn & Rob Weber
Blaire & Aaron Kaplan
Karen & Alan Weil
Jennifer & Eric Kaufman
Emily Stern & Jeremy Weitz
Neal Koch
Jessica & Steve Yi
Rita Tuzon & Rick Stone
Windward Fund Co-Chairs
Jo Champa
Lori & Kirk Goldstein
Ashley & David Kramer
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2018-19
Parent Guild All Windward parents are members of the Parent Guild. The Parent Guild’s volunteer programs strengthen the Windward community, enriching the social, cultural, educational, and fundraising activities of the School. Every volunteer’s time is appreciated and meaningful; special thanks goes out to those who led the Parent Guild in 2018-19. 2018-19
Executive Committee President Michelle Taub Vice President Sheri Green Marnie Altman (7th/8th) Evanne Gargiulo (9th/10th) Nadine Bell (11th/12th) Social Rachel Edwards Inclusivity Christie Carney Treasurer Julie Sandor Member at Large Lorena Barrientos
2019-20
Executive Committee President Sheri Green Vice President Evanne Gargiulo Cara Swartz (7th/8th) Marnie Altman (9th/10th) Alexis Fingold (11th/12th) Social Ing Lee Inclusivity Christie Carney Treasurer Julie Sandor Member at Large Lorena Barrientos
A Welcoming Space For Everyone— Windward’s Parent Guild By Michelle Taub 2018-19 Parent Guild President Parent of Hannah ’20, Judah ’23, and Leila ’25
If you spent any time on campus in the 201819 school year, chances are you heard that Windward’s theme of the year was “Belonging.” At the first Parent Guild meeting of the year, our Head of School, Tom Gilder, challenged our entire community—faculty, staff, students and parents alike—to create a greater sense of belonging for everyone on campus. As Parent Guild President last year, that challenge might have felt overwhelming given the rich diversity of our parent body. Would it be possible to create a sense of connection and belonging in our diverse community? My conclusion after having had the opportunity to participate in the activities of nearly thirty Parent Guild committees, is that there are welcoming spaces for every Windward parent. Whether you are an introvert, or the life of the party, have limited time or an abundance of time on your hands—whatever your talent or passion—there is something for you in the Parent Guild. Volunteering on one of the committees brings parents of different grades, experiences, and backgrounds together for a common purpose, which can be anything from planning the Windward Spring Event to being a cashier in the Pavilion. The Parent Guild also offers parents opportunities to meet other parents and learn about what is happening on campus without volunteering. One of my favorite events of last year sponsored by the Inclusivity Committee was the “Tales at the Table” dinner, where parents joined together to hear students, parents, alumni, and faculty share their personal stories and their journeys of belonging at Windward. If you would like to learn more about the curriculum, student well-being, college admissions, or the campus updates, the Parent Guild meetings feature faculty and administration speakers who give parents a glimpse into those and many other topics. There is no better way to connect to other parents and the Windward community than joining the Parent Guild! (See a full list of Parent Guild Meeting dates for 2019-20 on Page 88).
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Parents of Alumni
Donor Roll
Parents of Alumni will always be part of the Windward community. We are grateful for your continued support and generosity and are thrilled to have you back on campus for events throughout the year.
c Denotes five or more years of consecutive giving Anonymous (2) Gloria Aguirre c Sheri & Steve Altieri c Lori & Howard Altman c Frieda & Ceth Ashendouek '85 c Irene & Wesley Baba c Dana & Tracy Baer c Raymond Bakaitis c Ann Blanchard & Sandy Becker c Karen & Adam Berkowitz c Kristene & Jules Bernard c Lori & Kevin Bernet c Sharnell & Clifton Blevins c Cathleen McGrath & James Blythe Claudia & Kevin Bright Kathy & Richard Brisacher c Cisca Brouwer c Shainaz Donnelly Burg & Mark Burg c Carolyn & Dwight Caines c Becky & Troy Carter c Mayra & Miguel Castellanos c Polina & Sam Chapiro c Andrea Lieberman & David Chill Joan & Kenneth Cohn c Jorge Contreras The Cotsen Family c Andrea & Michael Daniels c Beth Rendeiro & Steven DePaul c Mary Evans & George DeShazo Deborah & Eric Diamond c Scott Diamond c Tali Diamond c Eva & Sabino Diaz In Memory of Lisa Engel Valerie & Anthony English c Alisa & Craig Farkas c Angela Asher & Ted Fikre c Nannette & Burton Forester c Adine & Dan Forman c
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The Foster Family c Nancy Cordova & Mario Franco c Karen Silagi & Jeffrey Freedman c Rita Bower & Ray Friend c Jill & Leonard Fromer c Kay Seymour-Gabriel & Richard Gabriel c Crecencia Martinez & Jose Garcia c Maria Mancuso Gersh & Gary Gersh c Catherine & Daniel Gerst c Lori & Tom Gilder c Nancy & Jon Glaser c Mara Levin & Jonathan Glassner c Allison Diftler & William Goldenberg c Dawn Ahrens & David Gooding c Nancy & Jonathan Goodson Cami & Howard Gordon Carol Schwartz & Elliot Gordon '74 c Julia Coley & Jerry Goren c Karla Northern-Harris & Tyrece Harris c Stacie & Bryan Hausner c Dominique & Mats Hellstrom c Sharron & Chris Hickey Paula & Bruce Hirsch c Berit Kerner & James Ho c Gail & Robert Holmes c Andrea & Scott Holtzman c Jamie & David Jeter c Joan Lesser & Ronald Johnston Minda & Doug Johnstone c Francie Calfo & Trent Jones c Dana & Adam Kaller c Brooke & Adam Kanter c Lauren & Lee Karny Chung Han & EJ Kavounas c Lisa & Brian Kessler c Stephanie & David Kingsdale c Irene & Marvin Kleinberg
Debra & Richard Krizman Suzan & Matthew Lamishaw c CC Pulitzer-Lemann & Monte Lemann c Marc Levey Diane & Scott Lewis c Elinor & Jonathan Lewis c Christine Wang & Edward Lin c Meg & Gregory Lipstone c Mara Silverman & Brian Lloyd c Saheli Datta & Thomas Mackey c Jennifer & Charles Malaret c Debbie & Jonathan Markiles c Pamela & Ron Mass c Donna McCann Kevin McCann Susan & Bart McCarthy Sonia & Deepak Mehta Vaughan & Nick Meyer c Joyce & Mark Mickelson c Angela & Mark Milstein c Jennifer & David Miner c Allison & Jeffrey Mirkin c Lydia & Charles Oppenheim c Mark Owens c Linda & Richard Page c Judith Hayward & Michael Parks c Julie Leeds & Rob Pasnau '85 c Daniel Paulson c Kerry & Howard Perlow c Carrie & Russ Pillar c Suzy & Jeff Pion Debi & Jeffrey Pomerantz c Leslie Saxon & Gary Poole Lisa & Jon Provisor c Judith Gonda & Victor Regnier Elizabeth & David Ricanati c Leslie Rojas c
Angie & Adam Rosen c The Holly & Eric Rosen Family c Allison & Bennett Rosenthal c The Roth Family c Joy & Jason Rothenberg c James Rothstein c Dorothy & Avram Salkin c Karinn & Todd Sammann c Maryann & Michael Sanders Ramona Robinson & Edward Saunders Lori & Jeff Serber c Lolita Davidovich & Ron Shelton c Kirsten & Brian Shirken c Hillary & Jon Siegal c Andreia & Richard Silvera c Toni & Greg Simon '85 c Chris & Stephen Smale c Steve Smooke c Rupee & Sanjay Sood Amanda Dumas-Stein & Mark Stein c Lori Zukerman & Thomas Strouse Joanne Van Emburgh & Sam Surloff Susan Landesmann & Daniel Treisman c Kyle & Mauricio Umansky c Azita Ashofteh & Farhad Vafaee c Lisa & Dennis Walker c Danae & Gregory Webster c Stacey & Keith Webster c Candice & Perrie Weiner c Mindy & David Weiner c Amy & Brian Weitman c La Donna & Neil Wertlieb c Leslie & David Wimmer c Jane & Raymond Wurwand c Sharon Pearline & Henry Zangwill c
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Grandparent
Donor Roll Anonymous (1) Cynthia & Jimmy Andrews Dylan Andrews '22 Judith Avery Lilah Newkirk '24 Betty & George Baffa c Ashley Sammann '18 Luke Sammann '23 Marty Behrendt Jessica Behrendt '22 Elizabeth Buchanek Nick Whelan '18 Will Whelan '20 Virginia Bullukian Julian Weinstock '20 Virginia & Edward Caress c Mac Carter '18 Alex Carter '21 Kate & Arthur Coppola c Ava Baron '20 Ian Baron '22 Gabrielle & Malcolm Cosgrove Noah Cosgrove '21 Celia Davidson Farkas c Aaron Farkas '14 Courtney Farkas '20 Reed Farkas '23 Dori Farkas '25 Gina Di Bona Phoebe Swartz '24 Erica Gerard Di Bona & Vincent Di Bona Phoebe Swartz '24 Tammy & Jeffrey Ellis Zoey Greenwald '24
Alice & Phillip Eng Samantha Eng '23 Judy Ashmann-Gerst & Robert Gerst Gemma Gerst '17 Aidan Gerst '20 Barbara Goldschmidt Berkeley Goldschmidt '20 Julian Goldstein Max Trilling '24 Armin Porter & Darryl Herzik Mackenzie Marrujo '21 Margaret Hinkle Benjamin Sommer '22 Phyllis & Andrew Isaacson Ben Rothenberg '18 Rini Simon Kraus & Arthur Kraus Ben Rothenberg '18 Isabel Markovits c Jeremy Markovits '20 Meredith Murad Lily Waters '23 Rachel Osborne Charisma Osborne '19 Susan Painter c Alonzo Meallet '20 Beverly & Stephen Pazuk Nikki Naficy '21 Kamran Naficy '23 Karen & Gary Richman Ella Olsen Richman '22 Marie & Louis Robbins c Jake Edwards '20 Matt Edwards '22
We value grandparents as active members of the Windward community. Thank you for supporting the Windward Fund and the success of your grandchildren.
Betty Lee & Howard Rosen c Sydney Rosen '16 Ani Rosen '19 Joan & Robert Rosenbaum Jaden Rosenbaum '22 Julian Rosenbaum '23 Elana Cohen-Roth & Jack Roth Skylar Grace '24 Christie Salomon Ava Gargiulo '21 Emma Gargiulo '21 Jack Gargiulo '24 Bertha & William Simmons Izzy Brown '19 Maggie Brown '22 Jill & Larry Singer Gray Gutfreund '21 Beverly Smale Liana Smale '16 Kara Smale '20 Nancy Smith c Sydney Rosen '16 Ani Rosen '19 Karen Blackfield & Stuart Tobisman Eli Pearl '23 Connie & David Voss c Jessica Voss '20 Kathy & Irwin Weiss Jonny Weiss '21 Tessa Weiss '23 Donna Jean Widmer Beckett Gates '24 Charles Yoo Will Matuszak '23
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Faculty & Staff
Donor Roll c Denotes five or more years of consecutive giving
Melanie Arias c Natasha Arnold c Ken Asher c Gabe Baez c Richard Bailey Stephanie Barnes Shana Barnett Dawn Barrett c Brian Bernhards Brittany Berriz c Dirk Binkley c Christina Bodie Michael Bognanno Jim Bologna c Cielo Botello-Williams c Molly Branch c Richard Brisacher c Regan Buck Bardeen Whitney Burke c Jill Bush Kermit Cannon Becky Carter c Mya Caruso c Alma Castellanos c Maynor Castellanos c Miguel Castellanos c Jesse Chavez c Candice Chiang c Peter Christian c Sarah Clark c Tammy Clem c Robert Coad Kevin Coale
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Carrie Creighton c Emily Dawe c Tony de los Reyes c Paola DeCastro JP deGuzman Benjamin Delwiche Bruce Eskovitz c Phoebe Fan Alia Faubert Ayn Faubert c Jordan Fox c Julie Friedrich c Patrick Friel Ray Friend c Darius Gangei Jeffrey Gilder '08 c Tom Gilder c Hiliana Gomez c Edgar Gonzalez Ashley Goodman Julia Coley c Sarah Greenleaf Jill Gully c Daniel Gutierrez c Meredith Hamel c Suzie Hanrahan Eveneshia Hedgeman c Christina Hendershaw c Paula Hirsch c Ann-Marie Hobbs c Charlie Holmes c Gail Holmes c Josh Holt Tiffaney Hughes
Simon Huss c Sudha Joga Frances Jones c NataĹĄa Jovanovic Kevin Kloeker Lindsay Knaub c Daniel Koh Amanda Kyed c Jeffrey Lake Dorothy Lee Geraldine Loveless c Eric Mandel c Aaron Marquette Jamey McElvain-Whitman Erica McGrath Drue Metz Jeff Miller c Emily Miner James Patric Moran Sarah Musich Kevin Newman c Tri Nguyen Nils Nielsen Max Nishimura Firoz Noor c Hannah Northenor c Wayne Northrup c Vanessa Nygaard c Samantha Pack Chris Padilla c Kelly Payne Sharon Pearline c Colin Pfaff Julia Phillips Robin Pickett Nora Portillo c
Tyrone Powell c Karalyn Ramon c Nery Reyna c Lauren Rice c Michelle Richman Dawn Robinson c Leslie Rojas c Colin Rose c Regina Rubio c Jeryldine Saville Dahlia Setiyawan Maja Starcevic c Donata Takahashi c Meghan Tally Katie Thoma c Ben Thomas Austin Totty Mark Tronson c Lara Tucker Garret Tyau David Unger c Jacob Van der Wilk Damon Van Leeuwen c Jacqueline Varney c Vanessa Vazquez c Jill Velazquez c Lisa Walker c Nick Webster c Lisa Weinstein c Tessa Weinstein Eric Weller Jonathan Westerman Amanda Westrick Chinda Wongngamnit c Phaizon Wood c Whitney Wood Alesia Young c Alejandro Zuniga c
WINDWARD GIVING
Financial Aid
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indward School’s commitment to diversity and inclusivity is an integral part of our educational fabric and is inextricably linked to the mission of the School. Windward is dedicated to creating a welcoming community that embraces the individuality of each of our members, encourages students to develop a deep understanding of identity, and fosters an inclusive environment where diversity is both recognized and honored. A robust Financial Aid program makes a Windward education possible for qualified students regardless of financial ability and is critical to ensuring economic diversity and attracting talented students of all backgrounds.
$2,400,000 Amount dedicated to Financial Aid for the 2018-19 School Year
GPA SENIOR YEAR
Whether it’s alumni donating to the Alumni Financial Aid Grant, senior parents donating to Financial Aid through the Senior Class Gift, or the broader community supporting Financial Aid at Windward’s annual Spring Event, investment in Financial Aid pays dividends that are truly life-changing.
GPA CUMULATIVE
Average GPA for Financial Aid-supported Seniors
Number of Financial Aid-supported Juniors who attended Junior College Trip in 2019
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COMING FALL/WINTER 2020
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The Innovation Campaign will transform the experience of every student on Windward’s campus.
In Part 1, we will elevate all programs through the creation of the Academic Hub for Student Support and Engagement.
ACADEMIC HUB FEATURES • Total square footage: 28,178 • Two stories • 11 active learning studios • Second-story open air deck with two breakout rooms • Three department offices with breakout rooms • Drawing and painting studio • Graphic design lab • Admissions and Head of School offices
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As we move forward with Part 1 to enhance our campus for the benefit of students, we will utilize semi-permanent classroom facilities this school year. These modular classrooms will: • Be the same size and configuration as our current classroom spaces • Be fully equipped with HVAC • Have windows, creating light and airy spaces • Have new carpeting • Have the same advanced technology as our current classrooms—WiFi and smartboards • Be equipped with the same furniture that we are currently using in existing classrooms
WINDWARD GIVING
INNOVATION CAMPAIGN DONORS THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS We thank the following families for their commitment to progress and their investment in the burgeoning vision of our campus and programming. With their leadership, we have reached $17,464,438 in pledges and 100% participation from the Board of Trustees.
$2MM+ Allison & Bennett Rosenthal
$1MM+ Anonymous (1) Christine & Jordan Kaplan The Schwartzberg Family
$500,000+ The Ahmanson Foundation Valerie & Faraz Daneshgar Dana & Richard Pachulski The Shourie Family
$250,000+ Anonymous (2) Andrea and Barry Cayton Quinn & Bryan Ezralow Nancy & Jon Glaser Jenny & Alex Kwit Allison & Jeffrey Mirkin Sam Naficy The Rosenthal Family Linda & Tony Rubin Pamela & Matt Schwab The Yi Family
$100,000+ Anonymous (4) Lori & Howard Altman Michelle & Gareth Asten Nicole & Brad Brooks Jo Champa Julia & Jonathan Eng Angela Asher & Ted Fikre The Finger Family The Foster Family Evanne & Ed Gargiulo Maria Mancuso Gersh & Gary Gersh Carol Schwartz & Elliot Gordon '74 Shiva & Cyrus Hadavi Wendy & Gary Leshgold Lisa & Kevin Lewin The Mass Family Michelle & Yariv Milchan Staci & Adam Miller Angela & Mark Milstein Christine & Richard Newman Carol & William Ouchi The Pauley Foundation Kelly & Darren Peers
Rachael & Bob Platt Laura & Kenny Rogers Miriam & Stanley Rothbart Joyce & George Sachs Paulina & Carlos Smith The St. John Family The Stratton Family Trina & Adam Venit Candice & Perrie Weiner Amy & Brian Weitman Elisabeth & Rich Welch La Donna & Neil Wertlieb
Under $100,000 Anonymous (1) Randye Soref & Michael Abrams Alison Garb & John Andrews Jennifer & Chris Andrews Jamie & Michael Angus Lorraine & Joe Berchtold Kamila & Dilip Bhavnani Karol Watson & Christopher Branche Alex & Jason Brent Rachel & John Edwards Katherine & Sean Eskovitz Risa Gertner Lori & Tom Gilder Cathy & Josh Goldsmith Sheri & Michael Green Susan Winfield & Stephen Grynberg Jamie & Joshua Gutfreund The Gutman Family Stacie & Bryan Hausner Frances Chung Kallman & Andrew Kallman Julie & James Kang Lisa & Brian Kessler Leah & John Ketcham Cathy & Matt Leaf The Nichols Levey Family Serena & Shawn Levy Debbie & Jonathan Markiles Laura & Chris Miller Emily Kovner Moss '91 Lydia & Charles Oppenheim I-Shyh & Paul Ortiz Judith Hayward & Michael Parks Kimberly & Joshua Perttula '88 Patricia Duncan & Winston Peters Aimee & Mark Rosenbaum Michelle & David Taub Nadine Bell & Bart Williams Courtney & Jared Wolff Malea & Reza Zafari Gina Deutsch-Zakarin & Mark Zakarin
2018-19 INNOVATION CAMPAIGN STEERING COMMIT TEE Alex Kwit Richard Pachulski Jordan Kaplan Ed Gargiulo Maria Mancuso Gersh Michael Hackman Pamela Mass Andrew Schwartzberg Michelle Taub Brian Weitman Neil Wertlieb Jason Finger Ann Gianopulos Brad Gluckstein Matt Pauley Moira Shourie
Steering Committee Co-Chair Steering Committee Co-Chair Steering Committee Co-Chair Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Steering Committee Campaign Task Force Campaign Task Force Campaign Task Force Campaign Task Force Campaign Task Force
TOP DONOR SPOTLIGHT
Allison and Bennett Rosenthal Thank you to our lead donors Allison and Bennett Rosenthal—parents of Brooke '15, Miles '18, and Tess '19—for their contribution to the Innovation Campaign at the Leadership Level.
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VISION OF THE FUTURE DEVELOPING 21st CENTURY SKILLS
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ith the Master Plan, we will ensure our students develop critical 21stcentury skills through our Innovation and Arts Center. The Center will offer over 58,000 square feet of flexible and technologically advanced space to support a wide range of presentation formats that are on par with well-known professional venues, allowing us to take our visual, media, and performing arts programs to a new level. 46 - W I N D W A R D G I V I N G
The Center will serve as an incubator for critical thinking, collaborative, and creative skills. The Center’s Sky deck, modeled after the CREATE and Design studios, will serve as an incubator for hands-on, student driven learning and will give students the spaces to combine entrepreneurship and creativity.
WINDWARD GIVING
The Innovation and Arts Center will feature the following: • 58,000 square feet of versatile and technologically advanced presentation space • Sky deck • Innovation lab • Incubator spaces • Proscenium theater • Black box theater • Art gallery • Dance studio • Performance practice studio W I N D W A R D M A G A Z I N E - 47
Donor Spotlight
Evanne and Ed Gargiulo Parents of Ava ’21, Emma ’21, and Jack ’24
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HEN THE GARGIULO FAMILY DECIDED to up and move four years ago from Connecticut, they had no idea what lay ahead for them on the other side of the country.
Windward—a community that their three children, Ava ’21, Emma ’21, and Jack ’24, are thriving in and one that has become an anchor where the family feels incredibly comfortable and loves to spend their time.
“It was one of the biggest and best family adventures we’ve ever been on. It was also one of the most terrifying and challenging,” says Ed.
“Evanne and I realized what a transformative impact our own Middle and High School institutions had on establishing our foundations as people—our work ethic, our interests, our empathy towards others, etc. We asked ourselves how could we not contribute to the institution that is currently having this same impact on our three kids,” Ed says.
But it took just one visit to Windward for the family to know it was exactly where they needed to be. “We immediately sensed how balanced it was from all angles: academics, athletics, extra-curricular activities, service learning…and even the parent body.” Evanne and Ed credit much of their family’s smooth transition to the West Coast to
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All three of Evanne and Ed’s children have varying passions, from athletics to Global Studies, which is not only a testament to Windward’s diverse offerings, but also reinforces the need for new, dynamic program-driven facilities.
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Donor Spotlight
Sheri and Michael Green Parents of Ava ’20 and Liam ’24
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S PARENTS OF TWO WINDWARD STUDENTS, Ava ’20 and Liam ’24, we have been most impressed with the healthy and balanced approach Windward maintains toward Middle and High School education. When we were looking at secondary schools for Ava, we knew we wanted her to be in an environment where academics and social/emotional development were of equal importance in the culture of the school. Every decision that is made at Windward—each program that is created and everything that happens on campus—is done thoughtfully, intentionally, and with the best interest of its students in mind. Our children have flourished and are becoming the best versions of themselves as a result of Windward’s joyful approach to learning, and we are so grateful to have two teenagers who get up every day and love going to school. Through Windward’s extraordinary Dance program, which Ava has been a member of since 7th Grade, she has had the opportunity to grow and flourish as a dancer in the same way that she has in her academic classes. She has been exposed to a caliber of dance and a level of dance
education that is far beyond what most non-Performing Arts schools offer. Over the years, Ava has been so fortunate to be able to practice her craft in a beautiful, spacious dance studio where she has spent countless hours training with unbelievably talented teachers and guest artists. She was able to do this because of the generosity of Windward families who helped build the Science, Dance, and Music building, which was completed in 2009. Although Ava will graduate before the completion of the new Innovation and Arts Center, we are excited that our gift will go toward the building of a new, state of-the-art facility that will benefit all of the performing arts programs. The new studios and flexible spaces will elevate so many of the amazing programs offered at Windward and will benefit Windwardians for years to come. Our family is so grateful to be part of the Windward community, and it is our pleasure to give back in any way we can. Knowing that we are helping to shape the future of the School—just as the School is helping to shape our children’s future—is truly a wonderful thing. W I N D W A R D M A G A Z I N E - 49
Senior Class Gift
Thank you to all of the Senior families who generously donated over $36,000 to the Class of 2019 Senior Class Gift, a tradition to honor graduates and provide a lasting legacy at the School. These gifts will be put towards the Windward Network, offering support to all of our students and alumni through internships, opportunities to network and explore mentorship and job opportunities through Windward at Work, invitations to upcoming industry networking events, and more. The Class of 2019 will have a commemorative paver on campus to acknowledge their support of the Windward Network. Anonymous (1) Gloria Aguirre Miguel Contreras-Aguirre '19 Sheri & Steve Altieri Sarah Altieri '19 Holly Bario Emma Bario '19 Karen Van Nuys & Antonio Bernardo Jack Bernardo '19 Leah Breibart Alexis Sherman '19 Alexandra & Jason Brent Tyler Brent '19 Cynthia Sikes & Ross Brodie Nathan Brodie '19 Nicole & Jan Brzeski Richter Brzeski '19 Roselyn & Robert Carnahan Shannon Carnahan '19 Jorge Contreras Miguel Contreras-Aguirre '19 Scott Diamond Jack Diamond '19 Tali Diamond Jack Diamond '19 Julie & Steve Dolcemaschio Vince Dolcemaschio '19 Lisa & Christopher Downey Nick Downey '19 The Garner Iwanyk Families Jacob Garner '19 Toni & Steve Goldsobel Hannah Goldsobel '19
Annie & Alan Holleb Philip Holleb '19 Natalie Reisman Iwanyk & Basil Iwanyk Jacob Garner '19 Dessie & Rodney Jeffries Chanya Jeffries '19 Minda & Doug Johnstone Amanda Johnstone '19 Dana & Adam Kaller Ella Kaller '19 Julie & James Kang Justin Kang '19 Christine & Jordan Kaplan Claire Kaplan '19 Seta & Luke Kardashian Sabrina Kardashian '19 Elizabeth & Owen Kaye Ashley Kaye '19 Stephanie & David Kingsdale Nathalie Kingsdale '19 Wendy & Brandon Kirk Lucas Kirk '19 Alison & Jay Kleckner Daniel Kleckner '19 Suzan & Matthew Lamishaw Max Lamishaw '19 Wendy & Gary Leshgold Niki Leshgold '19 Cardiff & Eric Loy John Loy '19 Pamela & Ron Mass Oliver Mass '19 Lorena Barrientos & Mark Merritt Alyssa Merritt '19 Laura & Chris Miller Maxim Miller '19 Jennifer & David Miner Jessica Miner '19
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Gordon Molko Elan Molko '19 Ronit Molko Elan Molko '19 Lydia & Charles Oppenheim Dean Oppenheim '19 Vanessa Angel & Rick Otto India Otto '19 Erica & Jason Powell Avery Powell '19 Stacy Sherman & Billy Ray Sean Ray '19 Angie & Adam Rosen Matthew Rosen '19 The Eric & Holly Rosen Family Ani Rosen '19 Allison & Bennett Rosenthal Tess Rosenthal '19 Laurie & Mark Rosenthal Matthew Rosenthal '19 Bethany & Saul Rubin Naomi Rubin '19 Maria Sibug Saber & Peter Saber Jason Saber '19 Marc Schaberg Lucas Schaberg '19 Courtney Schaberg & Lincoln Sevier Lucas Schaberg '19 Todd Sherman Alexis Sherman '19 Paulina & Carlos Smith Diego Smith '19 Ilene & Keith Solomon Kayla Solomon '19
Deborah Lipsztein Spector & Marcelo Spector Samantha Spector '19 Mandy & Dean Stackel Kate Stackel '19 Danielle Laff Sterling '89 & Bradford Sterling Ryan Sterling '19 Erica Lefkowits & Andras Szabo Eliana Szabo '19 Laura & Ric Tanner Luke Tanner '19 Sarah Ouchi & Vincent Tsai Ethan Tsai '19 Amber Valletta Auden McCaw '19 Karen & Alan Weil Hannah Weil '19 Mindy & David Weiner Jason Weiner '19 Victoria White Thomas O'Gara '19 Nadine Bell & Bart Williams Justin Williams '19 Nicole & Damon Willick Marin Willick '19 Samson Zedingil Sarai Zedingil '19
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SAVE THE DATES: The Windward Network will be hosting three networking evenings for affinity groups in entertainment, entrepreneurship, and finance on the following dates:
• November 7, 2019 • February 6, 2020 • April 30, 2020
Windward at Work by the Numbers
Our online networking platform, Windward at Work, has grown to over 720 users!
369 Students
239 Alumni
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Windward Alumni
Donor Roll
Thank you to all alumni who made a gift to the Windward Fund in our 2018-19 Fiscal Year! Your generosity supports Research and Development, Program Enhancements, and Financial Aid on campus. Your contributions truly make a difference to the Windward community, and we appreciate you supporting your alma mater. Indicates donation for Financial Aid c Denotes five or more years of consecutive giving FA
Alumni Leadership Circle $1,000+
Frieda & Ceth Ashendouek '85 c Wendy & Gary Broad '77 c Linda McLoughlin Figel '81 & Matt Figel c Carol Schwartz & Elliot Gordon '74 c Andrew Gross '92 Kay Friedman Holland '90 & Grant Holland Janet Shim & Taos Huskey '93 c Lauren & Josh Lippman '95 c Emily Kovner Moss '91 c Julie Leeds & Rob Pasnau '85 c Kimberly & Joshua Perttula '88 c Lauren Reisman Polak '93 & Jeff Polak c Samantha & Justin Remeny '95 Michal Amir Salkin & Ken Salkin '86 c Toni & Greg Simon '85 c Jennifer & Rob Solomon '87 c
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Alumni Anonymous (2) Jolie Abrams '15 Bradley Baba '15 FA Nell Beckerman '91 FA Amos Buhai '98 FA Lindsay Berenzweig-Triehy '95 FA Missy Reitner-Cameron '89 & Mark Cameron c FA Samantha Chinn '86 c Tamy & Marc Cohen '91 Katie Conovitz & Brandon Conovitz '94 FA Bobby Cotsen '17 Julia Cotsen '18 Wendy Dembo '84 c Nicky DePaul '09 FA Erin & David Felman '96 Jill Teitelbaum & Jorge Flores '84 c Kevin Forester '89 FA Jacqueline Freed '11 FA Andrew Fromer '08 FA Portia & Sean Furst '88 c FA Jennifer & Robert Galperson '90 c FA Jenna Gilder '11 FA Tiffanie & Jeff Gilder '08 c Eric Gladstone '05 FA Jay Goodfader '88 FA Daniel Gordon '10 FA Hillary Gordon '77 c FA Jennifer & Scott Gordon '84 c FA Lily Gordon '08 FA
Brett Gottlieb '85 c Brandon Hakim '08 FA Danielle Miller & Jonathan Hausman '85 Lockell & Chris Hickey '97 Lauren Hoffman '05 c FA Andrea Kahn '02 FA Olivia Khalili '17 FA Steven Knotz '99 Stephanie & Gregory Konkoff '88 c FA Ali Kornberg '01 FA Claire Krizman '14 Ali Landes '04 c FA Derek Leavitt '95 FA Shayna Leeds '11 FA Abbey Shi Levin '04 FA Sarah Lidschin '87 FA Charlie Lyttle '15 FA Jake Madison '04 Dillon Malaret '18 Jacqueline Malaret '16 Chelsey Schneider Malk '96 & Tony Malk FA Stephanie Mirkin McDevitt '03 & Kevin McDevitt c FA Margaret & Lucas Meyers '88 FA Nick Mirkin '09 FA Ryan Mirkin '06 c FA Stacie MuĂąoz '06 FA Mark Leong & Jay Nagdimon '82 Hannah Freed Northenor '99 c Mark Polland '81 c FA Sibylle & Howard Postley '82 FA Max Rappaport '09
Heather Regnier '04 c FA Jennifer Regnier '02 FA Tony Reiter '84 FA Chris Ridder '89 FA Julie & Bennett Roberts '78 Ashley Rose '03 c FA Amber & Warren Daniel Saft '91 c Rebecca Carlish Samson '94 & Aaron Samson FA Benjamin Sanders '02 c Alex Sarkissian '09 FA Max Schrage '14 FA Devanshu Singh '16 FA Bret Slater '98 FA David Soffer '98 FA Adam Spira '92 c FA Lincoln Stalmaster '84 FA Michael Sugarman '05 c Emily Surloff '15 FA Scott Thomas-Fitch '94 FA Sarah Trenton '14 FA Lori & Barry Turbow '89 Seena Vafaee '16 FA Jane Vaynerov '01 FA Leslie Katzman Wallach '84 c Faith Taylor & Doug Wayne '84 FA Curtistine Spates White '84 & Tom White FA Erik Winston '89 FA
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Alumni Council Linda McLoughlin Figel '81 Jorge Flores '84 Elliot Gordon '74 Hillary Gordon '77 Scott Gordon '84 Brandon Hakim '08 Lauren Hoffman '05 Taos Huskey '93 Ali Landes '04 Derek Leavitt '95 Josh Lippman '95 Emily Kovner Moss '91 Rob Pasnau '85 Heather Regnier '04 Greg Simon '85 Rob Solomon '87 Michael Sugarman '05 Barry Turbow '89 Leslie Katzman Wallach '84
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Foundations And Corporate Support We are grateful for the partnership and support of these foundations and corporations, which are vital to the growth and success of Windward School. MG Indicates Matching Gifts 1P Foundation The Ahmanson Foundation Albert J. Crosson Family Foundation The Allison & Bennett Rosenthal Charitable Foundation American Endowment Foundation Apple Inc. MG Bank of America MG Benevity Community Impact Fund MG The Blum Family Foundation Capital Group Companies Charitable Foundation MG Charities Aid Foundation Colony Capital MG DLA Piper LLP MG Domah Fund Employees Charity Organization Northrop Grumman MG Fidelity Charitable Fund Frederic W. Cook & Co., Inc. MG Gary Broad Foundation Goldrich Family Foundation Greater Kansas City Community Foundation Harold W. Sweatt Foundation Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles Kaplan Family Fund Lappen Family Foundation The Loni & Jeff Rush Family Foundation Morgan Stanley MG Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust, Inc. New York Life Insurance Company MG The Northrup Grumman Foundation MG Parkside Foundation The Pauley Foundation Pion Foundation Raytheon Company MG The Richard Salomon Family Foundation Schwab Charitable Fund Southern California Edison MG Margaret A. Cargill Foundation UBS Foundation MG Union Bank MG United Way of Los Angeles Vanguard Charitable The Walt Disney Company Foundation MG Wells Fargo Foundation Educational Matching Gift Program MG Wurwand Family Foundation
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Party Book Hosts Windward Party Book provides a variety of exciting parties for parents that instill a sense of community, fun, and friendship. Whether spending time with old friends or making new ones, there is no better reason to “party” than to support the Windward community. Proceeds from the Party Book benefit Windward’s Research and Development and Financial Aid Programs. Thank you to our Co-Chairs Monica Lacy, Moira Shourie, Robyn Sidoti, and Cara Swartz as well as our party hosts.
Gina & Mark Albert Marnie & Paul Altman Jennifer & Michael Beerman Lorraine & Joe Berchtold Cicek & Paul Bricault Teresa & Paul Bridwell Erika Johnson-Brooks & William Brooks The Broumand Family Mirna & Benjamin Cardenas Anil & Rashmi Chachra Kate & Arthur Coppola Katherine & Sean Eskovitz Ilana & Justin Farar Alexis & Craig Fingold Lara Sachs-Fishman & David Fishman Kate Briscoe & Ivan Garel-Jones Evanne & Ed Gargiulo Ryan & Mark Gates Risa Gertner Ann & Jim Gianopulos Suzanne & Michael Ginestro Allison Diftler & William Goldenberg Linda & Richard Goldsmith Chelsea Grayson Sheri & Michael Green Leah & John Ketcham
Natasha & John Koudsi Caroline & Matt Kunitz Monica & Ross Lacy Wendy & Gary Leshgold Pamela & Ron Mass Maya Burrell Marrero Carol Cheng-Mayer & Brett Mayer Vicky & Rich Miller Emily Kovner Moss '91 Susan & Matthew O'Connor Joanne & Matt Pauley Pamela & David Reynolds Aimee & Mark Rosenbaum Allison & Bennett Rosenthal Laurie & Mark Rosenthal Jennifer Rush Amy & Patrick Russo Christina & Kenneth Russo Jackie & Adam Sandler Jaime & Andrew Schwartzberg Moira & Rajath Shourie Cara & Daniel Swartz Lisa & Michael Taitelman La Donna & Neil Wertlieb Courtney & Jared Wolff
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SPRING EVENT From the tropical setting to the Paradise Punch to the twirling flames of the fire-dancer, we were transported to Paradise on May 4 for Windward’s Spring Event! The evening was truly one to remember and would not have been possible without our amazing Spring Event volunteers. A special thanks to the entire Windward community for their support, especially everyone who donated amazing auction items and sponsored tickets.
Spring Event Gift- Spring Event In-Kind Donors Sponsors Thank you to everyone who donated items to the Spring Event auction. Gina & Mark Albert The Broumand Family Jo Champa Angela Asher & Ted Fikre Adena & William Frank Ann & Jim Gianopulos Emily & Teddy Greenspan Blaire & Aaron Kaplan Suzanne Kraus Marie & John Krueger Jennifer & Charles Malaret Dorrie & Paul Markovits Pamela & Ron Mass Sarah-Jane Wilde & David Morrison Joanne & Matt Pauley Kimberly & Joshua Perttula '88 Elizabeth & David Ricanati Allison & Bennett Rosenthal Jennifer Rush Amy & Patrick Russo Jaime & Andrew Schwartzberg Lesley & Thomas Slatkin Linda & Glenn Solomon Diana & Frank Stephan Lisa & Michael Taitelman Karen & Jeremy Umland Amy & Brian Weitman Leslie & David Wimmer
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Anonymous (1) Gina & Mark Albert Jennifer & Chris Andrews Nicole & Jan Brzeski Amy Jan & Phillip Cheng Julie & Steve Dolcemaschio Teri & Darryl Eaton Shannon & Dean Factor Samantha & Jonathan Firestone Maria Mancuso Gersh & Gary Gersh Ann & Jim Gianopulos Nancy & Jon Glaser Toni & Steve Goldsobel Melissa Papp Green & Jeff Green Susan Winfield & Stephen Grynberg Christine & Jordan Kaplan Heidi & Damon Lindelof Lorena Barrientos & Mark Merritt Joyce & Mark Mickelson Allison & Jeffrey Mirkin Jason Reitman Tristan Bickman & David Ribakoff Karinn & Todd Sammann Moira & Rajath Shourie Michelle & David Taub Christina & Andrew Thau Karen & Jeremy Umland Trina & Adam Venit Elisabeth & Rich Welch Courtney & Jared Wolff
Advancement Gift-In-Kind Donors Alex Arko Lorraine & Joe Berchtold Basil Beshkov '05 Health-Ade Kombucha Nikolai Beshkov '11 Kimino Emily & Ben Ford Bull & Butterfly Elissa Greer Ryan Handel '00 Simplethings Christine & Jordan Kaplan Jenny & Alex Kwit Zoe Nathan '99 & Josh Loeb Huckleberry Santa Monica Pamela & Ron Mass Robert Morton Dana & Richard Pachulski Jennifer Rush Blue Plate Oysterette Jacqueline & Randy Schnitman Canter's Deli Karen & Jeremy Umland Sonoma Wine Garden
Thank you to all of the volunteers and sponsors who made Escape to Paradise a success.
Spring Event Co-Chairs Marie Krueger Dorrie Markovits Linda Solomon
Spring Event Volunteers Marnie Altman Elise Beane Sheri Green Jennifer Malaret Michelle Taub
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PROGRAM ENHANCEMENTS Each of your contributions to the Windward Fund is dedicated to annual campus and curricular improvements. This year, funding fueled innovation across the spectrum. Because of your generous support, Windward students had the benefit of access to advanced technology, improved spaces for collaboration, and increased resources for growth.
New Classroom Furniture Who knew reviewing for a quiz could be so captivating! Paid for by a portion of last year’s WIndward Fund donations, Room 109 has been upgraded with a variety of classroom furniture, providing opportunities to design unit stations for small groups to work independently, or to meet with a teacher without disrupting the rest of class. Flexible learning configurations help support Windward’s responsive teaching model, allowing the physical classroom environment to be as dynamic as the teaching.
Pro Tools The industry standard for digital audio production, Pro Tools is a recording music software platform, which is responsible for 80% of all music recorded for records, TV film, and other recording needs. Windward is fortunate to have a full Pro Tools Studio as an integrated part of the Music program in Studio 400. The Music department used Pro Tools to record three full-length CD’s, and a new recording is currently in the works. It has also been used to record rehearsals and concerts and was used to record Windward’s first-ever Music Podcast this past year.
Vernier pH Probes These probes are one of the most used sensors in Windward’s Science department. In this lab, the students are investigating the acidity and alkalinity of various drinks and household chemicals. Students can use the pH Sensor just as they would a traditional pH meter with the additional advantages of automated data collection, graphing, and data analysis.
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SPOTLIGHT ON WINDWARD’S
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contribution to the Windward Fund is an investment in the growth of initiatives that help our students thrive. The Program Enhancements budget is a critical way to ensure that Windward is able to continue providing an inventive, dynamic education for all students. The CTL remodel is one of the many enhancements taking place on campus this year thanks to the Windward Fund. This Summer, we sat down with CTL Research Librarians Cielo-Botello Williams and Sarah Clark to learn more about the exciting redesign that is underway.
How have students' needs changed since the CTL was first designed in 2009? Today, all students have an iPad and/or laptop, which was not the case 10 years ago, when students required desktop computers to do their work. The challenge today is providing support for all those devices. The new design creates a technology support zone, similar to the Apple Genius bar, which will be an approachable space where Jenn Zanoria (Educational Technology and Innovation Coordinator) and Josh Holt (Student Technology Specialist) can easily assist students who are having difficulties with their devices. Additionally, by removing the desktop computers, the new design provides more quiet spaces to collaborate with each other, work independently, or receive academic support with study and executive function skills from Michelle Richman (Educational Therapist). 58 - W I N D W A R D F U N D A T W O R K
Student Support Team Sarah Clark Co-Director of Center for Teaching and Learning, Research Librarian Cielo Botello-Williams Research Librarian Jenn Zanoria Educational Technology and Innovation Coordinator Josh Holt Student Technology Expert Michelle Richman Educational Therapist Alia Faubert Center for Teaching and Learning Assistant
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Coming 2019-20 The key quality of the CTL is collaboration; what specific steps in the redesign have you taken to optimize collaboration in this space? The collaborative workspaces model has worked well at the university level, and we drew inspiration from the recently remodeled UCLA Young Library Research Commons. Where there once were computer stations, there are now study tables with high backed booths to encourage small groups of students to work together. We wanted to break up the space by having bar-height booths in the technology zone and lower tables in the library and study areas. Social spaces are just as important as academic collaborative spaces. The redesign features comfortable lounge seating and floor seating that will allow students to relax with friends, as well an area that is intended to feel like sitting in a cafe and looking out the window. We know some students like to hear the hum of activity but have a space where they can focus, and these window seats will be ideal for that need.
What are you most excited about regarding the new CTL? Ten years ago, the CTL promised to be a hub of learning on campus, and today it has fully realized that promise. There are three branches of student services in this reimagined first floor, which we now refer to as the Learning Commons: 1) Library and Research, providing research support, and partnering with other departments to encourage students to be lifelong readers; 2) Educational Technology, which helps students develop the skills necessary to navigate the technological developments of the future, and 3) Academic Support, which ensures students have the skills needed to succeed academically, including executive functioning, organization, study strategies, planning, and notetaking.
Center for Teaching and Learning Highlights 1. Tech Genius Bar 2. VMA Installation 3. Library and Research Desk 4. Bar-Style Seating 5. Academic Support Hub
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Purpose: Service Learning Students Give Back “Windward has continued to focus on building strong local partnerships with schools, organizations, and community leaders so that we have a direct and positive impact on our immediate community and the people who live there. Windward students are passionate and involved with service and are committed to making a difference.” -Ashley Goodman Director of Service Learning
“KID CREATE” PROGRAM This program is a seven-week partnership with Mar Vista Elementary School located on the Windward campus. In this program, Mar Vista students have access to the CREATE Studio’s unique materials and machines to help in their learning of art and science. Throughout the class, students are challenged with logic puzzles to get their brains thinking. Students conduct real-life chemical reactions, make their own Picasso paintings, mold some magnetic slime, and learn how to create their own contour self-portraits.
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YOUNG MAESTROS PROGRAM This is a brand-new program held on the Windward campus in partnership with Richland Avenue Elementary School. This program is run by Windward student Oliver Grynberg ’20 and Windward student mentors who have been playing violin for several years and want to share the instrument and the music they love with young students. The Young Maestros Program is for students in Grades 3-5. This program gives students the opportunity to learn the violin and provides an introduction to the world of classical music. Students learn the history and the fundamentals of the violin. Playing a musical instrument has been shown to help students mature and grow, as well as teach valuable life lessons. All musical instruments are provided by Windward.
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Tiny Tots Learning Lots: WINDWARD’S JUNIOR SCIENTISTS PROGRAM
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group of elementary school students are crowded around a table, excitedly shaking bags full of cream and sugar. They are participants in Windward’s Junior Scientists Program, making ice cream to illustrate phase changes of matter. When asked what she likes about science, one student replies, “It’s not really because I like messing stuff up, it’s because I like adding stuff together to make something even better than what it is.” Each Spring, around 20 3-5 Graders come to Windward from Grand View Boulevard Elementary School for the Junior Scientists Enrichment Program. Every Wednesday for seven weeks, they engage in hands-on science experiments designed to teach them something new about the world and to spark a passion for science. The idea behind Junior Scientists is to create a space where the students have the freedom to explore within the lab and to figure out new things within a general framework provided by the mentors. Each week is centered around a different topic, illustrating basic principles of chemistry, circuits, optics, and sound. One of the students' favorite experiments this year was creating rockets from film canisters, propelled by the chemical reaction of water and Alka Seltzer tablets. Another week, the students looked at circuits and experimented with the conductivity of different objects to make their own musical instruments out of fruit and Makey Makeys. Sometimes the students get so excited, they ask to take home the materials for the experiment to try it again with their families. They see science being created and are truly a part of it thanks to this flagship service learning program.
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n May 5, Windward once again partnered with Mar Vista Elementary for Big Sunday, one of many such events in a month long betterment initiative devoted to providing service in the community. Windward students, parents, and faculty teamed up with members of the Mar Vista community to bring a fresh look to the Mar Vista Elementary campus. Volunteers painted classrooms, pulled weeds, and provided general upkeep, further fostering the spirit of community Windward so proudly shares with its neighborhood. Said Ashley Goodman, Director of Service Learning, on this year’s event: “It was so wonderful to see the two schools, who are a part of the same community, come together on a Sunday morning. We accomplished so much in just a few short hours. Several people were having such a good time, they elected to stay well past the end of the event to put finishing touches on the projects they were working on! Mar Vista Elementary is a great community partner, and we enjoy working with them both inside and outside of the classroom.”
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n May 3, a representative from PATH (People Assisting the Homeless) came to speak with the Class of 2024 about upcoming service learning collaborations at Windward. Following the presentation, the students broke out into smaller groups to hear from Upper School students who run various Service Learning programs on campus so that they could get a better idea of the breadth and depth of opportunities at Windward. This coming year Windward is expanding the Middle School Service Learning program, recognizing that all students entering Windward are from different schools and backgrounds but have already begun to develop the habits of being an engaged citizen in the community. The goal of the program in Middle School is to foster students in this area as they continue to develop. Middle School students and their parents are invited and encouraged to participate in four afterschool service projects with PATH taking place on September 19, December 11, February 13, and April 23. Additionally, 7th and 8th Graders and their parents will have the opportunity to volunteer at the Westside Children’s Center in November for a Thanksgiving event, as well as other service events throughout the year.
Above: Evan Eshel ’20 talks to a group of Middle School students about his extensive volunteer efforts during his time at Windward. Right: Students from the class of 2024 listen to a guest speaker from PATH as they are introduced to the School’s service learning program.
Although there is no service hours requirement for Middle School students, the School’s hope is that during these years, each student commits to participating in a service activity either at Windward or in their local community. When students engage in service, they will gain a better understanding of the issues facing their community and globally. Illustration: Eliana Szabo ’19
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“Almost, Maine:" Magic On and Off the Stage By Sofia Pirri ‘20
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T THE TABLE READ for "Almost, Maine," the Spring Upper School play, the 20 or so cast members and crew leaders hesitantly gathered in a circle in the middle of the theater. Before taking one look at the script, our director, Jordan Fox, asked us to share what gift we would like to receive as part of the “Mystery Partner” tradition, essentially a recurring Secret Santa for the cast. As people laughed over their affinities for fuzzy socks, scented candles, and oat milk (yes, actually mentioned), I could see everyone begin to relax. Jordan told us to remember this moment, because in absolutely no time at all, we would be saying goodbye to our new friends on closing night. Appropriately, "Almost, Maine" by John Cariani, was all about connection. It was a heartfelt, romantic drama comprised of nine different vignettes, all united by the Northern Lights and the theme of falling in and out of love. Jordan chose "Almost, Maine" because she “wanted to pick something that [she] knew would speak to our students.” But it was not just the contemporary setting of "Almost, Maine" that Jordan felt would resonate with the students. It was much more so the intimate nature of the piece that she thought lent itself to this particular group. Jordan noted that the play felt so special because it captured the moment when each character has decided, “I’m going to be my bravest, I’m going to be my most vulnerable, I’m going to… open my heart in this moment.” A repairman falls in love with the girl camping in his backyard, a boyfriend of 11 years decides it’s time to propose, two friends realize that they’ve— literally—fallen for each other. And we, as actors, have to be vulnerable ourselves to 64 - P E R F O R M I N G A R T S
make the best work. As Jordan observed, vulnerability comes easiest when you have the support and trust of the group around you. “Trust makes everybody take big risks,” fellow Theater teacher Natasha Arnold chimed in. “You discover what you’re really capable of.” Take Max Lambishaw ’19 and Delaney O’Brien ’19. "Almost, Maine" was Max’s first theater production, so when he was cast opposite Delaney, who has performed in nearly every show during her Windward career, he naturally felt a little in over his head. But Jordan noticed that when Delaney walked in ready to “attack her part, Max felt comfortable jumping in.” Delaney’s support and willingness to be vulnerable in the scene encouraged Max to explore his role with the same openness and courage he displayed in auditioning. Max and Delaney are an excellent example of the special dynamic bond that the cast and crew of "Almost, Maine" shared. The magical connections that were happening backstage during rehearsals and cast dinners translated into tangible magic onstage. Of course, it helped that the tech crew was able to beautifully recreate the Northern Lights inside the Irene Kleinberg Theater. Who knows if it was the intimate nature of the play, the element of magic sprinkled in each scene, or perhaps just the kindness of Windward’s theater community, but Jordan’s prediction was right: the cast members who were near strangers we passed on the Bridge before the table reading had become dear friends we clung to while sobbing on closing night.
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WIZARD OF AWES By James Moran, Middle School Musical Director
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f your life existed in dull muted tones, don’t you think you owe it to yourself to seek the adventures that may just bring Technicolor into your life and into the lives of those you love? “The Wizard of Oz” is one of the greatest musical films in cinema history. It draws its inspiration from L. Frank Baum’s 1900 children’s book, “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz”, and is also represented here in this wonderfully, fantastical stage musical. “The Wizard of Oz” on the surface is a tale about the young Dorothy Gale who gets swept away from her farm in Kansas to the magical land of Oz in a turbulent cyclone. Along the way she makes memorable friendships that help her find her way back home in this classic coming of age story. When I was a young boy, I remember an uncle of mine saying, “Children are meant to be seen, not heard!” This has stayed with me to this day, not as a rule to adhere to, but as one meant to be broken. This moment made me think of Dorothy. In many ways she is the ultimate rule breaker, a progressive before her time, and even at a very young age has the boldness to
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challenge the adults around her that her ideas might just be right after all. It is through Dorothy’s challenge of the norms that change comes. In the end, Dorothy sought change in her world by seeking out a fresh adventure. This adventure brought her new friendships, a new confidence, a revitalized longing for family, and a resiliency only brought about from facing down her most difficult of obstacles. Dorothy’s gale force of person, her perspective on life, family, and friendships in the end bring Technicolor into her once muted world on the plains in Kansas. From this moment on the cast and crew of Windward's "Wizard of Oz" is forever SEEN and HEARD! On every level from performance, to make-up and costumes, to the technical savvy of our tech crew the world of Oz was brought to life by the vivid imagination of our young artists. This journey has propelled our Musical Theater program to new heights, and I couldn't be more proud of this family. They embraced the call to follow their grandest of impulses on every level to truly Live in TECHNICOLOR!
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By Juliana Bologna ’20
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From Page to Stage: The One Act Festival
he One Act Festival has been a unique show and performance opportunity at Windward since 2015. It was created as a performance opportunity that incorporates every grade, work written in both Middle School and Upper School classes, and involves students that do not take a theater class. Every student involved in a theater class participates in some form in the Festival, whether that is writing, acting, or backstage tech. This year, the Festival was so popular, stage managers had to bring in extra chairs in order to not turn anyone away. You may be asking yourself, how could student-written work create such a big turn out? I interviewed students directly involved in performing and faculty coordinator Natasha Arnold to get their perspective on what makes The One Act Festival so special.
Natasha Arnold:
"My favorite part is the first time we read a student’s piece. The look on the writers’ faces when they realize their peers genuinely enjoy their pieces is wonderful. I also love seeing everyone’s emotions afterwards. They see all the hard work put in showcased, and they get to feel the reaction from the audience. The feedback over the years has been wonderful! People are genuinely impressed and surprised with the writing their students are able to produce."
Lev Ricanati ’20 (Tech Theater):
Sofia Pirri ’20 (Advanced Theater Ensemble): "As a performer and writer, it has taught me a lot about organization and how to step into different roles (director, actor, writer) that is different than a play when you are just acting. The faculty are hands-off in the process, which allows students to step up into these arming roles, however they are very supportive and are always willing to offer a helping hand. The One Acts are special because it is a representation and appreciation of diverse voices that aren’t necessarily represented in other events."
"My favorite part about The One Act Festival is the emphasis on student work, cross-grade collaboration, and how people outside the Theater department become involved and learn how to do things. Unlike, say a play or musical, students are learning as they go and getting a hands-on experience. With acting you practice, but the One Acts are a beautiful example of diving in front of an audience to show your work."
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Dancing on Pointe at Windward By Alesia Young, Dance Area Head
Evening of Dance After two years of inventive performances that highlighted the beauty and versatility of the Windward campus and the ingenuity of our production and facilities teams, we were thrilled to mark our return to an offsite venue for An Evening of Dance on January 31 at the stunning Eli and Edythe Broad Stage in Santa Monica. The evening’s program was a notable demonstration of the growing diversity of voices, styles, and expression in contemporary dance. Our Upper School Dance Company and Middle School Repertory Dance Ensemble shared the stage with some of the most exciting young talent taking root here in Los Angeles from soon-to-be graduates of USC’s Glorya Kaufman International School of Dance and the TL Collective, who are launching new companies and creative collaborations that bridge a multitude of mediums to more established artists like Kyle Abraham, who are cultivating new partnerships and approaches to dancemaking that are inspiring the next generation of artists. Students and guest artists performed to a nearly sold out audience and received overwhelmingly positive response from Windward community members and the professional dance community that turned out in mass. The evening was truly reflective of our commitment to exposing our student-performers and audiences to high-level contemporary dance in Los Angeles and to inspiring longterm love and support of the arts. 68 - P E R F O R M I N G A R T S
PERFORMING ARTS
Spring Dance Concert Windward’s Spring Dance Concert, which is the culminating showcase for dance and features choreographic work developed over a three-month period by students throughout the department, is always a big draw for audiences. This year there was a ticket frenzy. Even prospective families who had already attended the winter show returned to witness this powerful and intimate showcase of student artistic expression in the Irene Kleinberg Theater. The evening was developed with the support of Windward parents Allison Diftler and Laura Gorenstein Miller, who led masterclasses and compositional workshops, respectively, with students to assist in the development of their work and offer constructive feedback throughout the process. The first half of the show closed with a senior video compiled by Ani Rosen ’19 that was followed by a live performance from four of our senior Dance Company members. The second half included our first dance film, a quirky and provocative solo by Jared Bishop ’19, and work by our first-ever student choreographer-in-residence, Leila Williams ’20, who created a beautifully haunting quintet on members of our Middle School Repertory Dance Ensemble set to music from the film “Solaris.” Promotional and program design was provided by Visual and Media Arts student Lola Krueger ’20. In every way, Windward's Spring Dance Concert succeeded in giving voice to student artists.
Notables 2018-19 was filled with notable achievements by Windward Dance students Ani Rosen ’19, Leila Williams ’20, and Pia Brosmith ’22.
This past Summer, Pia joined Leila at Perry Mansfield, a nationally recognized legacy of excellence in dance education. Both students were hand selected for the program and awarded merit-based scholarships to attend.
Leila's choreography “001-DESTINATIONS” was selected as a featured work at the 2019 New Century Dance Project Student Choreography Showcase on Friday, August 16 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
The National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) also announced Ani Rosen’s selection as a National Finalist of the 2019 Artistic Merit, Leadership, and Academic Achievement Award. This award is evidence
that Ani has excelled in all three categories and is her second year receiving the award, a rarity in such a highly competitive arena. In addition, NDEO recognized National Honor Society for Dance Arts Chapter Sponsor and Windward Area Head: Dance, Alesia Young, for outstanding teaching, leadership, and guidance.
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JAZZIN' UP THE TOWN
Music Extravaganza Concert at The Conga Room
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hird time’s the charm! On January 27, Windward’s Music Department again took its Winter Music Extravaganza to the fabulous Conga Room at LA Live for its best show yet. The Upper School Chorus, Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music Ensemble, Chromatics, Advanced Jazz “B”, and Advanced Jazz “A”, all performed in a superlative style, demonstrating mastery in classical, jazz, Latin, and A Capella selections. The highlight of the evening was a rousing rendition of Queen’s “Somebody to Love,” which featured all 40-plus students playing in unison and was met with an exuberant standing ovation from the SRO audience. Spring Music Concerts Windward’s Music Studio 400 No amount of mist could deter Windward’s annual Spring Music Concert. The May 5 show featured performances by the Middle School Choir, Beginning Band, Intermediate/Advanced Instrumental Ensemble, and the Windward Conservatory of Music Ensemble. This year WCME, our afterschool, Middle School jazz ensemble, opened up its enrollment to talented students from neighboring schools, including Palms Middle School, Webster Middle School, and John Adams Middle School. This group also represented Windward at the Canyon Jazz Festival. Not only did they win 1st Place honors, but each student in the ensemble was presented with an outstanding soloist certificate! The Spring Music Concert continued with an evening performance featuring The Upper School Chorus, Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music Ensemble, Chromatics, Advanced Jazz “B” and Advanced Jazz “A”, with each group showing the growth and development of the year. Held in Music Studio 400, audiences enjoyed an intimate evening of exceptional performances rivaling any classy cabaret.
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Awards: Samantha Spector ’19 earned 3rd Place honors at the prestigious Monterey Next Generation Jazz Festival in the Vocal Jazz category. The Advanced Jazz “A” & “B” Ensembles, along with WCME, all won 1st place awards at the Canyon Jazz Festival. Each member of Advanced Jazz “A” and WCME received an outstanding soloist award, as did several of the members of the Advanced Jazz “A” Ensemble. Finally, the Chamber Music Ensemble performed at the Focus Festival and earned a Silver Award, as well as an outstanding soloist certificate for one member.
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SEASON We are thrilled to announce our season for the 2019-20 school year in the Performing Arts.
This year will be a momentous one! Our Theater main stage productions will be held off-campus for the very first time at the historic El Portal Theater, our Music shows will debut in the heart of Hollywood, and our main stage Dance shows will further transform the Lewis Jackson Memorial Sports Center into the premier destination for dance.
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PERFORMING ARTS
THEATER MAINSTAGE
WINDWARD IMPROV TROUPE (W!T)
THEATER/DANCE COLLABORATION
FALL PLAY: You Can’t Take it With You
Performances November 16 & 17 at the El Portal Theater
W!T will continue to delight audiences with 9 improv performances throughout the year in a variety of venues both on and off campus!
In March, students in Honors Advanced Theater Ensemble will partner with Dance Company in a combined performance.
SPRING MUSICAL: Matilda
A NIGHT OF COMEDY
MIDDLE SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATER WORKSHOPS
Performances May 2 & 3 at the El Portal Theater First Combined Musical!
We will host A Night of Comedy sharing students’ voices through sketch, stand-up, and improvisation.
WINTER MUSIC EXTRAVAGANZA CONCERT
MIDDLE SCHOOL CONCERTS
The Fonda Theater December 15, 2019
Middle School students will continue to captivate in our very own Studio 400.
SPRING MUSIC CONCERT AT CATALINA’S Catalina Jazz Club March 22, 2020
EVENING OF DANCE We will transform the campus for our annual Evening of Dance slated for February 1, 2020, pushing the boundaries of dance with a diverse range of works by some of today’s most influential choreographers.
Studio 400 Winter Music Showcase December 18, 2019 Spring Music Spectacular on the Bridge May 17, 2020
Theater Dept faculty will be holding musical theater workshops in the Fall for the Middle School students.
COFFEEHOUSE Tri M Music Honors Society will continue to host Fall and Spring Coffeehouses in the Upstairs CTL-turned performance cafe.
MUSIC FACULTY RECITAL We will also host our very first Music Faculty Recital in Studio 400 on September 20, 2019 at 7 p.m. Come and hear our music faculty perform an array of styles from classical to jazz.
DANCE/THEATER COLLABORATION On March 25, 2020, we will launch a first-time collaboration with the Advanced Theater Ensemble, showcasing original student works in an intimate setting. This evening will comprise of a series of short-form compositions that pair student choreographers with actors, writers, musicians, and visual artists.
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The Gold Standard
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he 2019 Scholastic Art Awards (SAA) competition, a prestigious nationwide contest championed by the Alliance of Young Artists and Writers, shines a spotlight on burgeoning artists in grades 7-12 with an emphasis on graduating Seniors. The Scholastic Art Awards are the longest running, most prestigious competition and largest source of scholarships for creative teenagers in the United States. This year Windward had 12 Gold Key winners. Congratulations to all students who received awards! A special congratulations goes to Megan Glassner ’19 whose painting, “God’s Choice,” received a National Silver Scholastic Art Award, which is a tremendous honor for both Megan and the School. Receiving a national medal placed Megan in the top 1% of all works of art submitted.
Above: God's Choice by Megan Glassner ’19
Bellymonster by Brian Berkowitz ’19
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The Simplicity of Youth by Brian Berkowitz ’19
Babe by Brian Berkowitz ’19
VISUAL & MEDIA ARTS
Alley of Life by Atticus Chang ’19
Chairs by Kate Kunitz ’21
Quebec Umbrella by Lydia Kresin ’20
Giving by Kate Kunitz ’21
All in Static by Lydia Kresin ’20
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A n M v g o i Partnership: Windward’s Collaborative Showcase By Eliana Szabo ’19
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OVERS OF ART, design, photography, dance, music, sculpture, and science gathered on February 7 for the second annual Windward Collaborative Showcase, “Bodies in Motion.” The event featured complex cross-disciplinary works from semester-long collaborations between 12 teachers and over 100 students. These works conceptually explored themes of movement, identity, and energy over a variety of methods and mediums. In addition to showcasing student work, the installation also included the engaging and interactive mixedmedia sculptures of visiting artist Aaron Kramer. Following last year’s successful Frankenstein showcase, the event grew in scale and spanned over six locations across the mood-lit campus. In the main office, studio art students displayed
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graphite drawings inspired by the work of visiting artist and muralist Renee Fox. The CREATE Studio was virtually transformed into a spaceship-themed escape room through an interactive Augmented Reality app, “Starcode,” designed by student participants and faculty mentors. Works from student animators, musicians, and photographers that explored abstract lines, shapes, and themes of energy and movement were displayed in the Board Room. From augmented reality to visual and physical compositions, the evening provided the perfect showcase to the School's dynamic and inventive community. Artists, dancers, engineers, and programmers were able to unite under a common theme.
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Red Carpet L Ready
ights! Camera! Windward Media Arts in Action! On May 19, students, parents, and faculty strutted their red carpet stuff as they attended Windward’s First Annual Media Arts & Film Lab Showcase! Held at the historic Aero Theater in Santa Monica, the event allowed students to show off the digital content they’d created over the course of the year in their various Media Arts programs. It also featured a special keynote speaker in Maggie Kiley. The award-winning filmmaker and actress spoke at length, sharing her own thoughts on film and answering attendees’ questions. Shirley Award Winners
Top Right: Maggie Kiley and Windward Performing Arts teacher James Moran discuss Kiley's career as a Hollywood director
The real draw of the event was the films themselves, and three lucky groups came away with the coveted “Shirley Award” for best films. Noah Goldsmith ’23, Hudson Brown ’23, Will Andrews ’23, and Campbell Scotch ’23 won for their parody, "The Sleepover.” Riley Madden ’22 and Lucy Lipofsky ’22 won a Shirley for their character-driven narrative, "A Life Worth Living." And capping off the evening, Juliana Bologna ’20 and Elijah Cohen ’21 took home a win for their horror-adventure film, "The Summoning." Said Drue Metz, Director of Media Arts & Film Lab, on the event: "Our first annual showcase had an overwhelmingly positive reception! It was so rewarding to see our students celebrate their work, their achievements as young filmmakers, and their growth as both storytellers and as people. We’re already planning for next year, and think the best is yet to come! Bravo!" Congratulations to all of our amazing filmmakers and collaborators!
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Windward Network Intern:
Selena McLurkin '18 MAJOR: Psychology ORGANIZATION: Inner City Law Center
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WINDWARD NE T WORK
What made you decide to apply for an internship at Inner City Law Center, and what did you hope to gain from the experience?
prepared to continue in the law/public service sector, and that's really all I could have asked for.
I applied for the internship at ICLC because I see my life's purpose as helping those who are less fortunate through my knowledge of people's differences, and I would like to further my experience in the law force. In the future, I hope to attend law school in order to fight for those who are underrepresented due to the systematic oppression planted on them in many American cities. From this experience, I wanted to gain insight into the law business and get a real-life glimpse into what goes on in our cities so that I can better empathize with the struggles that many people face.
What has been a project that has been particularly rewarding during your internship?
What have you learned this Summer through your Windward Network internship?
Why would you recommend fellow Windward alumni and students utilize the Windward Network?
I've learned a lot about how nonprofit organizations are run and how the jobs that they do are funded. In addition, I've "accidentally" learned a lot about law school, the LSAT, and what my future would look like if I continued to follow along this path from others that I am interning with. I'd say that while I was not doing work I’d anticipated I would be doing when I first applied for the internship, I definitely took more away from it than I could have ever imagined. I feel more
The most rewarding project that I got the pleasure of working on during my internship was helping my supervisor prepare for a very large fundraiser for the center's Pet Resource Center. The Pet Resource Center helps homeless or at-risk pet owners find reliable housing that they can live in and still keep their furry friend. The fundraiser ended up being very successful, and it was so rewarding to be able to know that all the work that I put into it made such a difference.
I would recommend fellow Windward alum and students to utilize the Windward Network because it is such a simple way to get exposed to the workforce. It's important to understand that most people don't have the same connections that the Windward Network provides, and I feel like utilizing it is truly maximizing your profile and getting a "one up" on others entering the workforce.
We'd like to thank Elliot Gordon '74 (parent of Daniel Gordon '10), for connecting us with Inner City Law Center.
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WINDWARD SUMMER INTERNSHIP LIST 2019 This Summer, through the Windward Network, 60 students and alumni participated in internships throughout Los Angeles in a variety of fields, including engineering, finance, medicine, and broadcast journalism. We would like to acknowledge the following organizations and mentors and thank them for
Internship: Boeing Windward Connection: Charles Bogart Interns: Aiden Freedman ‘20, Berkeley Goldschmidt ‘20, Curtis Hung ‘20, Ben Knepper ‘20, Caden Lacy ‘20, Will Whelan ‘20 Internship: Children’s Hospital Los Angeles Windward Connection: Dean Anselmo (Parent of Jaden ‘23) Interns: Chloe Sachs ‘20, Alexis Silvera ‘18 Internship: West Tower Pediatrics Windward Connection: Jenny Ouchi (Parent of Will ‘21) Interns: Naomi Nicholas ‘17, Sarah Peykar ‘21 Internship: UCLA Department of Head and Neck Surgery Windward Connection: Maie St. John (Parent of Zane ‘22 and Jude ‘24) Interns: Grayson Kanter ‘20, Niki Leshgold ‘19 Internship: Dr. Charles Herring Orthopedics Windward Connection: Charles Herring (Parent of Chandler ‘22) Interns: Ethan Freedman ‘20, Jack Silvera ‘20 Internship: Women in Film Windward Connection: Alison Emilio Kleckner (Parent of Daniel ‘19) Intern: Allison Blythe ‘17, Alexa Gianopolus ‘21 Internship: Lilla Bello Windward Connection: Toby Kassoy ‘88 Interns: Julia Maisel-Berick ‘20, Jeremiah Sears ‘18 Internship: The Jeffrey Foundation Windward Connection: Alyce Morris Winston and Marvin Espinoza Interns: Courtney Farkas ‘20, Ava Weyland ‘21 Internship: Thumbroll Windward Connection: Ariella Salimpour ‘13 Interns: Ally Reynolds ‘21 Internship: Symantec Windward Connection: Steve Trilling (Parent of Max ‘24) Intern: Dilan Bhalla ‘17 Internship: Cedars-Sinai Tech Accelerator Windward Connection: Darren Dworkin (Parent of Julia ‘21 and Molly ‘23) Intern: Jenna Gestetner ‘21 Internship: LAUSD Office of Nick Melvoin Windward Connection: Danielle Tenner Interns: Leila Gluckstein ‘21, Sofia Rubin ‘20, Sam Siminou ‘21
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supporting our interns and giving them the opportunity for "realworld" work experience. Additionally, we applaud our interns for a successful summer! To learn more about the Windward Network and our Summer Internship program, please visit our website at: www.windwardschool.org/windwardnetwork
Malibu Internship: Thunder Road Windward Connection: Basil Iwanyk (Parent of Jacob ‘19) Intern: Griffith Zakarin ‘18 Internship: Myriad Pictures Windward Connection: Kevin Forester ‘89 Interns: Nathan Goldenberg ‘18, Evan Perlow ‘20 Internship: Reset Windward Connection: Sarah-Jane Wilde and Dave Morrison (Parents of Tolly ‘21) Intern: Julia Siegal ‘20 Internship: JLTV/PBS Windward Connection: Brad Pomerance (Parent of Ivy ‘20 and Paige ‘22) Intern: Lily Kreisberg ‘18 Internship: Kapital Entertainment Windward Connection: Aaron Kaplan (Parent of Daylin ‘24) Intern: Michael Kavounas ‘21 Internship: Windward Communications Interns: Nicholas Cohen ‘21, Eliana Szabo ‘19 Internship: Inner City Law Center Windward Connection: Elliott Gordon ‘74 (Parent of Daniel ‘10) Intern: Selena McLurkin ‘18 Internship: The Humane Society Windward Connection: Donna Weiss (Parent of Jonny ‘21 and Tessa ‘23) Intern: Kayla Solomon ‘19
Internship: Modative Windward Connection: Derek Leavitt ‘95 Interns: Luke Longarzo ‘20, Charlie Rogers ‘20 Internship: Roxbury Consultants: Windward Connection: Scott Diamond (Parent of Olivia ‘17, Jack ‘19, and Henry ‘22) Interns: Ethan Chung-Ortiz ‘20, Jeremy Markovits ‘20 Internship: Financially Wise: Windward Connection: Brittney Castro Intern: Sami Merati ‘20 Internship: Gideon Strategic Partners Windward Connection: Corinne Weisler Interns: Matthew Chill ‘17, Bobby Cotsen ‘17, Dillon Malaret ‘18 Internship: Big Heart Ranch Windward Connection: Cathy Engel-Marder (Parent of Rachel ‘04) Intern: Ivy Pomerance ‘20 Internship: JVS SoCal Windward Connection: Neal Mendelsohn Intern: Emma Milstein ‘18 Internship: Climate Action Santa Monica Windward Connection: Cris Gutierrez Interns: Kenna Blume ‘20, Ella Diamond ‘20, Jackson Jones ‘18, Hannah Mearns ‘20 Internship: Wendy Walk Windward Connection: Ali Landes ‘04 Intern: Rebecca Martin ‘19
Internship: Michelson Found Animals Intern: Jesse Silverman-Lloyd ‘21
Internship: First Access Entertainment Intern: Billy Morton ‘20
Internship: Abell Auction House Windward Connection: Joe Baratta Intern: Olivia Fishman ‘20
Internship: Imagine Entertainment Intern: Lev Ricanati ‘20
Internship: DeNovo Windward Connection: Carly Steinbaum Intern: Brendan Lamishaw ‘17 Internship: Morgan-Wixson Theater Windward Connection: Spencer Johnson Intern: Ava Weyland ‘21
Internship: Warner Brothers Intern: Ben Junger ‘20 Internship: AppliedVR Intern: Kyra Bishop ‘22 Internship: Cyber Group Studios Intern: Samantha Goldsmith ‘20
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Sherman Oaks Pasadena
Hollywood Beverly Hills
Downtown Los Angeles
Koreatown
Santa Monica
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Monterey Park
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Windward School Venice
Culver City
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Huntington Park
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El Segundo Compton 710
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Torrance
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What drives you to continue to expand the Rustic Canyon Family offerings?
Alumni Spotlight
Zoe Nathan '99 CAREER: Restaurateur ZOE NATHAN ’99 AND JOSH LOEB’S CHEF-DRIVEN DESTINATIONS INCLUDE: • Rustic Canyon • Huckleberry Bakery & Café • Sweet Rose Creamery • Milo & Olive • Cassia • Esters Wine Shop & Bar • Tallula’s • Milo SRO • Birdie G’s
We open places that we want to go to and that we want to share with our family—like with Milo SRO—we wanted to order those big, New York-style pizzas for our kids, but we couldn’t find one that was organic, used amazing ingredients, and fermented their doughs for 48 to 52 hours. As we’ve evolved, we’ve realized that our tastes and our needs have evolved now that we have three kids. Also, because we do have a really big restaurant family, sometimes innovation comes from someone within our group who wants to open a place. A lot of the people who work for us have made it so we can do what we really want to do in our life, and of course we want to be able to do the same for them. What do you believe are the most critical traits for a successful restaurateur? I believe Josh and I have been successful because we don’t strive to always be the smartest people in the room. I think we’ve surrounded ourselves with a lot of creative, special, fabulous people. I think that a lot of times people in our industry want to feel like they’re the only ones who can do it, and while we may have felt like that in the beginning, now that we have a family, I really want to be with my kids. A lot of people think you have to be a martyr, and work 20 hours a day, but that’s not really the case. It’s important to take care of yourself, and in turn take care of your employees. I think that idea runs through every one of our restaurants. Everyone is supported—go have a baby, go exercise, go do whatever you need for your mental or physical health in life.
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How did your Windward experience impact you and help prepare you for the fulfilling work that you do now? I think that Windward was a really supportive environment for me. It gave me the confidence to take risks and put myself out there—which is scary. Having that backbone and feeling of support was everything. When we were there, it was smaller. I went back a year or two ago to talk to the Senior class, and they were just
a group of sweet kids. The campus feels like it’s been built up so much, but it’s still safe and sweet and comfortable, which I think is a real testament to the school. I have fond memories of so many teachers. It was just a really fun time. And I was a handful! I was really goofy, and loud, and it was fine. It’s a reminder that the world doesn’t have to be so serious—it’s supposed to be fun. We’re only here once, and you should enjoy yourself.
Could you share with us a must try dish, pastry, dessert, or drink at a few of your establishments? I would say probably the Vegan Veggie Pizza at SRO—I’m obsessed. Milo loves the pepperoni pizza. At Tallula’s, I love the fish tacos. Everything is so good at Huckleberry, but If I had one thing it would probably be the mini chocolate cupcake. I still have a real soft spot for those. Or the éclaires!
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When did you win your first World Championship?
Alumni Spotlight
Matt Schweitzer '78 CAREER: Windsurfing TITLES EARNED: 18 World Championships
The first World Championship I won was at 14 years old in 1974 in Association Island, New York. The conditions were great with strong winds and surprisingly warm water. I had been training and felt confident in my abilities in the conditions to compete against the best adults in the sport. There were a lot of competitors at that time as windsurfing was really exploding worldwide. After days of racing, I was stoked to win the overall World Title. I loved competing, and this first big victory really helped to feed my drive to continue competing around the world. What is your best memory winning a World Championship? My best memory of a World Championship was in beautiful Sardegna, Italy in 1982. One of the disciplines was Freestyle (which is where you do tricks on your board). This was my favorite and also the most difficult and competitive. The competition was fierce! I had a flawless routine and won the Freestyle World Title as well as the Slalom and Course Racing World Title and earned the victory as the overall World Champion after winning all three divisions. What made you a great competitor on the water? To do well in racing, you must have a good start and play hard throughout the race constantly. Your attitude should change when you’re racing to a “go get ‘em” attitude. Concentration is the name of the game. You can’t start using that concentration halfway across that beam. You must carry out what needs to be done throughout the entire race. Not until after the race can you allow yourself the luxury of any emotions—anger, joy, or regrets over mistakes you may have made.
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Besides Maui, where is your favorite place to windsurf?
How does windsurfing compare to when you were competing?
My favorite destinations outside of Maui have been Baja Mexico, Australia, and Japan. Mexico has some great secret spots with warm water, beautiful waves, and great wind, which makes it ideal. It feels like an adventure too. Australia is also known for their great waves, and the people of Australia look up to the water sports athletes. Japan is always on my list because the people are so friendly.
Windsurfing has changed dramatically since 1967 when my parents co-invented the sport. I have watched it grow through all stages. The sport has changed from wooden to aluminum booms with better masts and lightweight sails. The boards have shrunk in size from heavy 12-foot boards to 7-foot carbon fiber ones with lightweight foam designed for high performance action.
In my day, I would throw back loops and front flips on waves, but nowadays, they are doing double and triple flips on waves twice the size we ever imagined could be ridden. The sport continues to progress at record speed as innovative and talented young athletes, like my son Zane, push the limits of the sport to new heights. How did your Windward experience help you become the person you are today? Windward was a great confidence builder for me. It allowed me to have a one-onone relationship with my classmates and teachers, and it was awesome to get that personal support and attention. It was up to the students to step up to the plate, and this gave them the responsibility of learning. All things I still use to this day. The teachers were always there for you too. I will always remember Natalie White, since she was a teacher that changed my life. She instilled a sense of discipline and drive in my education, much like my athletic competitions. This gave me and the other students a great sense of satisfaction when we succeeded. Thanks Windward!
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After winning the local, regional, and national KPMG Innovation and Collaboration Challenge, your team now heads to Argentina to compete in the 2019 Global Championship. What attracted you to the competition, and what has been the key to your team’s success?
Alumni Spotlight
Alexandra Coletta '16 MAJOR: Marketing UNIVERSITY: Loyola Marymount University
I thought this competition would be a great experience for me because I am interested in becoming a business consultant, and this competition is exactly what I would be doing in a consulting role in my future. Also, KPMG had advertised that the national winners would win a trip to Argentina and I saw this as an amazing opportunity to travel and explore a different culture. I am part of an interdisciplinary team, which is why I think we have had so much success. We have two entrepreneurship majors, an accounting major, and I am a marketing major. We are all good communicators and team players. It is extremely important to get to know people in other disciplines and work together because everyone has different strengths. Is there a challenge question your team answered particularly well? What was the solution that your team proposed, and what was your process for arriving at this solution? For the first round, KPMG gave us the prompt: What is Alibaba’s next big idea? My team came up with a mobile app that matches entrepreneurs to manufacturers. This idea mimics how a dating app works, just for business purposes. A common challenge for entrepreneurs at the start of their business venture is how to manufacture a product, especially with a small MOQ (minimum order quantity). This app, “Alimatch,” allows entrepreneurs to match with manufacturers based on the entrepreneur’s needs. Let’s say an
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entrepreneur needs 5 products made: 3 in white, 2 in black, by August 31st. A manufacturing company will see this and swipe right (yes, they can complete the job) or left (no, they cannot complete the job). Likewise, the entrepreneur will see manufacturing companies and based on ratings and reviews, will swipe right (yes, I would hire this manufacturer) or left (no, I would not hire this manufacturer).
How do you see this experience benefiting you, both personally and professionally, in the future? This experience has expanded my world, provided valuable experience in collaboration and innovation, and boosted my self-confidence as a result of successfully pitching to professionals. The competition has given me the opportunity to meet people from all over the world,
experience a different culture, and build lifelong friendships and connections. Professionally, this has given me hands on experience with consulting which is something I am very interested in doing in my future. I have also been able to expand my network and build valuable connections with people from KPMG, which is one of the Big Four global accounting and consulting firms. How did your experience at Windward prepare you for a challenge of this nature, and what advice would you give to other Windwardians considering a similar challenge at the collegiate level? At Windward, I took Jeff Miller’s Graphic Design class in 10th and 11th Grade and have used my knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator a lot in business. It has allowed me to bring my ideas to life. Over the years, I have created logos, flyers, and various other graphics for businesses. Windward has an amazing art program that I recommend every student explore. Windward’s emphasis on the value of networking and expanding your own personal network is also something I have found to be a valuable lesson. Windward is full of amazing teachers who really value their students’ future success and wellbeing. For current Windward students, I recommend getting involved and being a part of business competitions or networking events in general. Never let the fear of failure or rejection stop you from trying and getting involved because letting that stop you could hold you back from amazing, life-changing opportunities.
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Alumni Weekend
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aturday, June 1 kicked off with the Alumni Food & Wine Festival where alumni, parents of alumni, and faculty enjoyed food and activities in a fun and festive environment on campus. Attendees enjoyed tastings from establishments such as Blue Plate, Bull & Butterfly, Canter’s Deli, Health-Ade Kombucha, Huckleberry, Kimino, Simplethings Pies, Santa Monica Brew Works, and Sonoma Wine Garden. Younger attendees had an opportunity to enjoy a reptile show, create balloons with a balloon artist, and have fun with friends in the bounce house. Alumni participated in a live model figure drawing class with the Visual Arts department, and learned about robotics in the CREATE Studio through an earthquake simulation scenario. In addition, attendees enjoyed an alumni baseball game at the Perrie and Candice Weiner Family Baseball Stadium, and watched as veteran alumni players challenged the current team. This was also a particularly special year for Charlie Holmes who retired at the end of the school year. Alumni congratulated him for his 22 years as an English teacher at Windward, wished him well on his retirement, and thanked him for the impact he made on our community. In the evening, alumni celebrating their 5-year, 10-year, 20year, 25-year, 30-year, 35-year, and 40-year reunions came together to reconnect with each other and faculty over appetizers and cocktails. Alumni celebrating a milestone reunion next Summer can mark their calendars for Saturday, May 30, 2020!
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