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Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
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Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
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Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
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Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

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Windward School

About
Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
Admissions
Learn more about Windward’s admissions process, find answers to commonly asked questions about the school, register for an Open House, and submit an application online.
Academics
Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
Student Life
Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
Athletics
Windward Athletics creates opportunities for scholar-athletes to learn and compete at the highest level while focusing on personal growth, commitment to teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Community
Partnerships are at the heart of Windward School, whether among alumni members of the Windward Network, active volunteers of the Parent Guild, or civic organizations in our neighborhood of Mar Vista.
Giving
Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

Faculty Explore AI in Education During In-Service Day

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Faculty Explore AI in Education During In-Service Day

Windward Communications

Jan 16 2026

While students enjoyed Friday, Jan. 16 off, Windward faculty and staff spent the day diving into Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, exploring how emerging technologies can enhance teaching and learning. The in-service is part of Windward’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that classroom practices evolve alongside innovation in education.

The day featured a series of engaging sessions led by Eric Hudson, a nationally recognized educator and consultant who helps schools around the world navigate teaching and learning in the age of AI. Known for his human-centered, research-informed approach, Eric makes complex shifts in technology accessible, thoughtful, and actionable for educators.

The professional development programming included:

Keynote: AI Skills That Matter — Eric introduced essential AI competencies for both students and teachers and shared clear frameworks for integrating AI in developmentally appropriate and meaningful ways.
Hands-On Workshop: Gemini & NotebookLM — Faculty explored these AI tools in a guided, practical session, learning core prompting strategies, experimenting with each platform, and reflecting on how AI might enhance teaching and learning in their own classrooms.

By participating in these sessions, faculty and staff deepened their understanding of AI tools and developed strategies to bring this knowledge directly into the classroom, ensuring students are prepared to engage thoughtfully with emerging technologies.