WINTER 2019-20
Neighborhood Newsletter A dynamic, engaging education. A nurturing, inclusive community.
Mar Vista Community Council at Windward M E E T I N G D AT E S
Windward Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner at Allies for Every Child
JANUARY 2020
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INVITED!
Windward Performing Arts Events This Winter
DECEMBER 15 | 5 P.M. Winter Music Extravaganza, The Fonda Theater
DECEMBER 20 | 4 P.M. Windward Improv Troupe (W!T) Alumni Match, Windward School JANUARY 24, 2020 | 4 P.M. Windward Improv Troupe (W!T) Match, Windward School FEBRUARY 1, 2020 | 7 P.M. Evening of Dance, Windward School
MARCH 22, 2020 | 5 P.M. Spring Music Concert, Catalina Jazz Club
Find tickets and information at www.windwardschool.org/box-office
PLUM Committee Tuesday, January 7 from 7-9 p.m. Public Health & Safety Committee Thursday, January 9 from 6-8 p.m. Mobility Subcommittee Monday, January 27 from 7-9 p.m. Elections & ByLaws Wednesday, January 29 from 6-7:30 p.m.
FEBRUARY 2020
PLUM Committee Tuesday, February 4 from 7-9 p.m. Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Wednesday, February 5 from 7-9 p.m. Public Health & Safety Committee Thursday, February 6 from 6-8 p.m. Mobility Subcommittee Monday, February 24 from 7-9 p.m. Elections & ByLaws Wednesday, February 26 from 6-7:30 p.m.
MARCH 2020
PLUM Committee Tuesday, March 3 from 7-9 p.m. Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Wednesday, March 4 from 7-9 p.m. Public Health & Safety Committee Thursday, March 5 from 6-8 p.m. Elections & ByLaws Wednesday, March 18 from 6-7:30 p.m. Mobility Subcommittee Monday, March 23 from 7-9 p.m.
APRIL 2020
Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Wednesday, April 1 from 7-9 p.m. Public Health & Safety Committee Thursday, April 2 from 6-8 p.m. PLUM Committee Tuesday, April 7 from 7-9 p.m. Mobility Subcommittee Monday, April 20 from 7-9 p.m. Elections & ByLaws Wednesday, April 22 from 6-7:30 p.m.
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n November 20, students and parents came together to continue the School’s long-standing partnership with Allies for Every Child, teaming up to host their annual Thanksgiving dinner. This year’s volunteers donated and prepared the ingredients to make a full turkey dinner for over 300 people on site at AEC. Parents and volunteers prepared and cooked, while students served, decorated, and entertained AEC families with an arts and crafts fair. A joyous celebration of the holiday spirit, the day was a great example of the bond we share with all generations of our Windward community.
MONTH OF GIVING
MAY 2020
PLUM Committee Tuesday, May 5 from 7-9 p.m. Transportation & Infrastructure (T&I) Wednesday, May 6 from 7-9 p.m. Public Health & Safety Committee Thursday, May 7 from 6-8 p.m. Mobility Subcommittee Monday, May 18 from 7-9 p.m. Elections & ByLaws Wednesday, May 20 from 6-7:30 p.m.
GIFT DRIVE FOR ALLIES FOR EVERY CHILD AND PATH • Donation dropoff in Sawtelle and Palms lots from November 4 to December 3. • Donate new and unwrapped toys and gifts with a value of $15 to $20 or more for preschool through Elementary School aged boys and girls. • Donate $5 or more Target gift cards for older children.
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unning from November 4 to December 3, the Month of Giving was created as a way for Windward to give back to the community throughout the holiday season. From working on service learning projects with community members to donating gifts to area organizations, the Month of Giving is one of Windward’s most treasured traditions. If you would like to donate a toy to area youth, Windward will have donation drop offs available in our School parking lots until December 3.
THANK YOU, FIRST RESPONDERS!
NIGHT CLASSES AND WELLNESS WORKSHOPS FOR 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR
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ur hearts go out to those affected by the recent fires in the area. To show our appreciation for the many brave firefighters and first responders who keep us safe, students wrote thank-you notes and put together care packages for our local fire station. We’re proud to be part of such an inspiring community!
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indward School is considering offering after school Wellness Workshops open to the community in the 2020-21 school year. We’d love your feedback to see if this is something of interest to the community, and if so, what topics would be of most value (e.g. Financial Wellness, Mental Health Wellness, etc.). Please send any thoughts and comments to Lindsay Flacks, Windward’s Director of Infrastructure and Risk Management (lflacks@windwardschool.org).
CYBERSECURITY TIPS: HOLIDAY HEADACHES And How to Avoid Being Scammed This Holiday Shopping Season
SWIPE SAFELY If possible, avoid using debit cards to make purchases. Opt for credit cards instead. Most credit card companies offer fraud protection that covers any fraudulent charges should your card be lost or stolen. If you must get cash from an ATM, choose one that’s physically inside a bank and inspect machines thoroughly for card skimmers. JOINING THE CROWDS? Some deals get marketed as “only available in stores” and might draw massive crowds as a result. If you join them, use a healthy dose of situational awareness. Keep an eye on your things. Know where the exits are. And be kind to those around you! SHOPPING FROM THE HOUSE? Cyber Monday and other holiday-related online deals provide great discounts with the convenience of shopping in your pajamas. But they’re also convenient for cybercriminals who set up bogus websites. Stick to recognizable websites, and always verify the URL before entering any personal info (look for the green padlock and HTTPS). RECEIVE AN UNSOLICITED OFFER? Beware of any offers that you receive via email or text which come from merchants you don’t recognize or just look spammy. The offer could be real. Or it could be a phishing attack. Always think before you click!
IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
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indward will be hosting its annual Neighborhood Meeting on Thursday, December 19 at 6 p.m. on the 2nd Floor of the Center for Teaching & Learning. Please RSVP to Hiliana Gomez at hgomez@windwardschool.org or 424-289-1000 if you plan to attend.
NEIGHBORHOOD SECURITY UPDATE
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s a school operating in a residential neighborhood, we strive to do our part in remaining a good neighbor. Continuing our long-standing partnership with the Los Angeles Police Department, the School will work with the LAPD to ensure that all parking notices and street safety measures—such as illegal turns and parking violations—are enforced. Please contact us with any security questions:
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Uriel Aguirre, Head of Security uaguirre@windwardschool.org 323-434-6021 Lindsay Flacks, Director of Infrastructure and Risk Management 424-289-1004 Hiliana Gomez, Administrative Coordinator to the Advancement Department 424-289-1004