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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.
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.

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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.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

Windward School’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is an integral part of its educational fabric, inextricably linked to the mission of the School.

The School is determined to create a welcoming community that embraces diversity and encourages students to develop a deep understanding and appreciation of the diverse world they inherit.

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Meet the DEIB Team

Meet the DEIB Team

Ryan Shelven

Ryan Shelven

Titles: Tennis Program Lead; Assistant Director Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging, Assistant Director Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging

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Ashley Goodman

Ashley Goodman

Titles: Director of Service Learning and Associate Director of Admissions, Associate Director of Admissions

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Tyrone Powell

Tyrone Powell

Titles: Director of Athletics Programming and Compliance, Dean of Students, Collegiate Division, Baseball Program Lead

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Tammy Clem

Tammy Clem

Titles: Director of Counseling Services: Middle School; Associate Director of DEIB: Faculty Recruitment and S, Associate Director of DEIB: Faculty Recruitment and Services

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Lisa Walker

Lisa Walker

Titles: Director of Admissions

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Julia Coley

Julia Coley

Titles: Assistant Head of School, Director of Prep Division

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Kevin Newman

Kevin Newman

Titles: Assistant Head of School, Director of Collegiate Division

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Eric Mandel

Eric Mandel

Titles: Assistant Head of School, Director of Middle School, History Teacher

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Dawn Barrett

Dawn Barrett

Titles: Associate Head of School for Advancement, Finance, and Operations

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