Village School Alumni Newsletter 2022-2023

VILLAGE SCHOOL ALUMNI

MISSION STATEMENT

We are a village of students, families, and educators with a common goal: to create a childhood of wonder, joy, and challenge where children expand their minds and hearts, find their greater purpose, and prepare to engage with the wider world.

Dear Village School Alumni and Parents of Alumni,

Danny Kramer

Director of Institutional Advancement

Chris Gonyaw

Director of Communications and Creative Media

Sara Singsank Director of Development and Parent Engagement

Annie Block

Assistant to the Head of School and Director of Secondary School Placement

If you are receiving this newsletter, then you are a member of a vast and caring community of former Village School students and parents. You have a lot in common: you and/or your children once walked these halls. Maybe you read a book in the Learning Garden or you performed in the old “Subterranean Theater.” Or you made the trek from the Swarthmore Campus to the La Cruz campus for art, music, or PE. In the pages to follow, you will read about some of our amazing alumni and learn a little bit about what Village School is up to now.

So many students and parents have entered this wonderful school for the first time as strangers and have left with lifelong friendships. Whenever I get a chance to quote the incomparable Maya Angelo, I take it. One of her most famous quotes seemed like a perfect beginning for this newsletter: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, they will forget what you did, but they will never forget how you made them feel.”

ON THE COVER

We hope this view of Village students collaborating in the Learning Garden brings you back to the countless times you walked through those same front gates. As a Village alum, you are always welcome to cross this threshold again and again.

You, our alumni and parents of alumni, undoubtedly remember many feelings from your time here at Village School. I hope this newsletter reminds you of those feelings and that you will take every opportunity to come back to Village to stay connected with us.

Enjoy reading,

Danny Kramer Director of Institutional Advancement

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SAVE THE DATE!

The class of 2017 will have a reunion on June 9, 2023. More details will be coming soon.

Village School’s alumni program is growing along with our incredible community of graduates. We will always provide ways for you to stay connected to your school. Having your correct information on file helps us to plan alumni programming and to let you know about reunions and special events.

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Ways to Get Involved

We are always looking for ways our alumni can be connected to each other and involved with our current students. This year, we were thrilled to have young alumni attend the Back to School Picnic and Village’s 45th Anniversary Celebration! Are you interested in getting involved? If so, please reach out to alumni@ village-school.org.

Upcoming Events

Friday, June 9th, 2023

Class of 2017 Reunion

Alumni Day at Village School

Come visit between 1:00–4:00pm for a guided tour of the renovated classrooms. After the tour, head over to the La Cruz campus for music and food from a yummy food truck! More details will be coming soon.

Classrooms Renovated

With support from our generous community, 19 of our classrooms were renovated last summer! Student learning was central to every design element and we now have classrooms that reflect our already extraordinary teachers and curriculum. Thank you to all who contributed; our students have been enjoying their new spaces!

left: Katie S., 6th Grade, shoots a basket, successfully avoiding her opponent. above: The 2022–2023 Flag Football Team.

NEWS FROM AROUND THE SCHOOL

Alumni Parent Council

The Village School Alumni Parent Council is part of the leadership of the Alumni Association and provides the opportunity for former students and their families to continue to share a common experience that oftentimes represents their most fond and cherished memories of childhood.

Village Vikings Athletics

by Nick “Coach Chili” Chilkov, Athletic Director

Athletics is thriving at Village. The most important thing we can report is that the turnout is higher than ever as nearly every student is excited to be a Village Viking and put on the famous Red and Black jersey. The Coastal Canyon League, in which our teams compete, is a robust league with private schools competing across Los Angeles. This year’s Village theme of “Choosing Challenge” is ever present among our athletics teams. Coaches are asking athletes to embrace challenge through skill building, teamwork, and during competition. It is amazing to see many of our Village Vikings continue their athletic prowess in middle school, high school, and even college. We invite you, our alumni, to come out to a game and support your Vikings!

4th, 5th, and 6th Grade Athletic Teams

BOYS

Basketball, Volleyball, Flag Football, Soccer

GIRLS

Basketball, Volleyball, Flag Football, Soccer

The Alumni Parent Council strives to foster connections and relationships so that alumni students and their parents can remain engaged, informed, and inspired by each other. By sharing knowledge, resources, and experiences, the council will provide the forum for the alumni community to thrive. If you are interested in joining the Alumni Parent Council, please contact us at alumni@village-school.org.

Modular tables allow flexible, changeable arrangements in the the renovated classrooms.

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VILLAGE LEGACY FAMILIES

Here at Village School, we love all of our families. There is a special subset however who have something unique in common. Some of our incredible parents were once Village Vikings themselves! These parents have built a beautiful Village legacy, and they show every day that even though our school is growing, the same values as when they were children are still in place. Is there any better demonstration of support than having former students grow up, start their own families, and send their kids to Village? We are honored that these former Village School students are now current parents! Here’s a look at them then and now.

The Darvish family. top row from left: Julie, Owen, Shervin ’90 bottom row from left: Nicolas, Dylan, Oliver.

The McNitt family vacations in Maui over Thanksgiving 2022. from left to right: Bobby, Roman, Zoe (Ravich) ’02, and Ruby McNitt.

Asher, Jennifer Alden-Zheng, Bobby, and Jordan Zheng.

Here are the Kriesers boat camping on Lake Tahoe. Nate, Kevin ’91 and Alli.

Alumna Laura Trope Roberts ’82 vacations in Versailles, France, with her husband Mike Roberts and daughters Ryan and Kensington.

William, Mimi, Kristin (Walther), and Steve Chapin hold up a bolder in Yosemite National Park.

CATCHING UP WITH TEACHERS

I came to Village School by way of Tumbleweed Day Camp. I was a year-round camp director at Tumbleweed and during the school year I drove one of the school buses for Village. Even before I began my career at Village School, I would come and watch the winter concert, the variety show, and the 6th grade play. These are still some of my favorite traditions here at Village.

When I decided to leave Tumbleweed, I knew Village was where I wanted to work. The students I drove to school every day were kind and caring. In 2002 I started out in the TK classroom. Since then, I have worked in almost every grade from TK–3rd, with most of my teaching years spent in 2nd grade. In 2nd grade one of my favorite projects was the Rainforest project. Even though I did many Rainforest projects over the years, somehow each year was just as fun and satisfying to watch the students’ presentations come together. Seeing them become experts on their Rainforest animal and the pride they showed in sharing their newly acquired knowledge with friends is something I never grew tired of seeing.

What I love about Village School is that even though it is a private school and students live in many different areas, it still feels like a neighborhood school, and that’s because of the parents and students. After 21 years, how many people can still say they love coming to work every day? I am most certainly one of those people.

I always knew I wanted to be a Kindergarten teacher ever since I could remember. Spending my day with these amazing young minds and their warm smiles brings me so much joy. Kindergarten is definitely my happy place! The excitement of teaching children and their love of learning is something I cherish. I always strive to create a warm, safe and nurturing environment for every child to feel successful. I have been teaching at Village for 25 years and have seen so much growth with the campus, curriculum, and extraordinary educators who are some of my dearest friends and family. Village is a wonderful place and has been instrumental in who I am today. I always say each year “I’ll be back if I don’t win the lottery,” but I already know I won the lottery being part of this amazing place.

Being part of the Village School community has been a wonderful journey! To my family and me, Village is more than a school or a job; it is our home away from home. Village is the place where I not only get to share about my heritage through the Spanish language program, but also a place where I have found the most dedicated and supportive administration, inspiring colleagues, and the most updated resources for our students. Having two of my own children graduate from here has also been a wonderful experience, as I have gotten to see them go out into the world and keep with them the Village Values and traditions that characterize Village. I am very proud and grateful to be part of this community.

Tami Emerson

Wendy Jacobson

Lesly Ordonez

What I love about Village School is that even though it is a private school and students live in many different areas, it still feels like a neighborhood school, and that’s because of the parents and students. After 21 years, how many people can still say they love coming to work every day? I am most certainly one of those people.

Wendy Jacobson

Working at Village School has always been more than just a job to me, it’s been a calling. I knew this the moment I first stepped on to the campus to interview for the position of Director of Physical Education and Athletics. The Village School community was much smaller back then, but it reminded me of the elementary school that I attended when I was a child. It was a place where the teachers I worked with everyday inspired, supported, and celebrated me. Though much has changed at Village School over my 23 years, these teaching principles remain the cornerstones of our school’s mission. And being a physical education and wellness teacher is fun! I get to spend my time in a gym or outdoors, teach and play games, and see firsthand the positive effects my work has on students, as they grow and learn over their years at Village School.

When I was interviewed by Nora Malone in 2000 and toured the campus, I knew I wanted to be part of the Village School Family. I was lucky enough to become the Transitional Kindergarten lead teacher at Village.

I felt very comfortable and happy to work in such a friendly environment. I was able to expand my passion for teaching and develop a new TK curriculum. I was so excited to bring the Letterland phonics program to the school from my previous experience teaching in England. I was sad to leave in 2004, but also excited to start a family.

Three years ago, my children now in high school, life led me to ask about positions at Village. It was amazing to see the La Cruz campus, it was the plant nursery when I left in 2004!  Even though Village has expanded since I was first here it still has that same friendly warm environment. The Village Values are still the same. I was excited to have the opportunity to return “home.”

There is something very special about teaching at Village School and I am proud to be a part of this community.

Stephanie Walker

I have had the privilege to work at Village School for the last 16 years. I knew from the moment I stepped through the front gates that I had found a special place. Immediately I knew that I just had to work at this school. I can’t say how, but I knew I had found a place where it would be safe to learn and grow. I just didn’t expect to experience this so profoundly, alongside the students.

I have seen this school through its highs and lows, through love and loss; through change and innovation. Village has seen me through these same motions. Like many students, teachers, and even parents; I grew up here.

A lot has changed at Village over the last 16 years. We have new students, new teachers, new leadership, new classrooms, and new traditions. Despite all of this change, the heart is still the same. I did not know that I would be in one place for so long, but the magic of Village is what has kept me here. I still get the same feeling every time I walk through the front gates.

Paul Pettigrew

Jane Sheppard

Working at Village School has always been more than just a job to me, it’s been a calling . . . Village School reminds me of the elementary school that I attended when I was a child. It was a place where the teachers I worked with everyday inspired, supported, and celebrated me. Though much has changed at Village School over my 23 years, these teaching principles remain the cornerstones of our school’s mission.

Paul Pettigrew

Founded by a group of parents in 1977, Village had several locations before settling on Swarthmore Avenue.

Village School was founded in 1977, in Santa Monica, by a group of parents who were committed to building a strong neighborhood school for their children. The school has had several homes in Pacific Palisades over the years before settling in its current location. We celebrate the visionaries, the families and community leaders, and the generations of dedicated educators, all of whom established the foundation and the “scaffolding” to support all that we have accomplished to this date. The future continues to be very bright for Village School.

The Swarthmore campus was constructed in 1994. It included TK–6th grade classrooms, a library with over 10,000 books, a technology center, and a science lab.

Nora Malone becomes Head of School.

Dave Thomsen was one of the original founders of Village. He took out an ad in the Palisadian Post calling for an alternative to public education. He is shown here 17 months later, standing in front of a Village School that was “bursting at the seams.”

When the school opened, the Swarthmore site had space for four classrooms. There were 100 fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students.

45 YEARS OF VILLAGE then 1977 1994 1999 2000

2002 2006

Technology Center, classroom equipment, and software are upgraded. The school advances by leaps and bounds in understanding and using technologies.

The dolphin sculpture was created by artist and Village parent, Gerri Dalzell, in celebration of the school’s 25th Anniversary. The individual tiles that adorn the sculpture were made by students, faculty, and staff.

Groundbreaking of the La Cruz campus took place.

We hosted our first TK and K Grandparent Luncheon. This is now a wonderful tradition where grandparents enjoy time with our youngest students. The students perform special songs and then share a classroom activity with their grandparents.

The Swarthmore campus was renovated to improve the efficiency of the space in light of the adjacent campus.

Dedicated in 2015, The Founders Fountain lies at the heart of The Learning Garden. This serene, beautifully landscaped environment provides a very special space for both group and individual teaching and learning.

In celebration of the school’s 40th Anniversary, students and parents, alumni and faculty and staff, came together to create tiles that will be installed in the lunchroom on the Swarthmore campus.

SCHOOL GROWTH now 2009 2011 2015 2020 2018

2007 2013 2016 2023

The construction was completed on the La Cruz campus, including a gymnasium, visual arts studio, music studio and performance space, as well as an outdoor green space.

Summer Camp program receives accreditation from American Camp Association. It is wonderful to have Village Alumni return as camp counselors year after year.

A significant renovation of the play area outside the kindergarten and transitional kindergarten classrooms has been completed in the summer of 2016, reflective of the school’s commitment to ongoing improvement and generous community support.

Village School celebrates its 45th Anniversary, and a special Alumni Newsletter is published.

John Evans becomes Head of School.

ALUMNI PROFILES

Joe Goldman ’01 Making his Community a Better Place

by Danny Kramer, Director of Institutional Advancement

When I invited Joe Goldman to visit his former elementary school, I was hoping he would be impressed by all the changes that Village has undergone over the last 20+ years. I was excited to show him our renovated classrooms, the new (to Joe) campus on La Cruz with a gym and a performing arts room and our beautiful art studio. Upon his arrival, I became quickly aware that Joe was the one who was about to take me on a journey. We took a stroll down memory lane, but Joe also opened my eyes to a perspective on our LA community that I didn’t previously consider.

If you visit the HIAS (formerly known as the “Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society”) website (hias.org), you will read that Joe “works as the Community Engagement Director for the Western Region at HIAS, the world’s oldest— and only Jewish—international humanitarian agency serving refugees and asylum seekers of all backgrounds. He mobilizes activists, organizations, and lawmakers across California to ensure that displaced people are treated with the dignity they deserve. Before joining HIAS, Joe worked at MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger, the San Francisco-based Jewish Community Relations Council, and began his career working on several political campaigns and progressive advocacy efforts. A Point Scholar for his undergraduate studies from August 2007–May 2011, Joe holds both a BA in Political Communication and Master’s of Political Management from The George Washington University in Washington, DC and lives in his native Los Angeles with his husband, Adam.”

Village Memories

Long before Joe started his incredible career and landed at HIAS, he was known around Village School as Joey. Contrary to his focus on politics and history as he aged, Joey loved science and math and fondly remembers the

“subterranean theater” that used to exist in the Swarthmore garage. He also told stories of snorkeling while on his class trip to Catalina Island and being surrounded by “hundreds” of leopard sharks. Maybe even more importantly, he recalled that his childhood spent at Village has stayed with him. Joe remarked: “I was a very sensitive kid and Village allowed me to thrive in a very safe and supportive place. It is wonderful that I had this experience; I’m so grateful for Village and I wish every kid could have what I had because they deserve it. To be able to take what this place gave me and put it into the career that I have today is a privilege. How dare I not do something that doesn’t involve giving back?”

The little boy named Joey who used to roam the halls of Village School now passionately speaks about his career and how he helps people help others. Joe enthusiastically told me about the important work that he does, while current Village students played on the field right outside my window.

We are so very proud of all that Joe has accomplished and all that he will do to make our community and world a better place. Plans are being made for Joe to return to school to work with our students, and we are thrilled to have him back in Los Angeles and making Village School a continuing part of his journey.

Through the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society, Joe mobilizes activists, organizations, and lawmakers across California to ensure that displaced people are treated with the dignity they deserve.

ALUMNI PROFILES

by Antara Jaitly, Current and Alumni Parent

It was a little over six months back that I found myself seated amidst fellow Village parents as we proudly cheered on the 6th grade class of 2022 as they each delivered their graduation speeches. The school’s La Cruz gym was brimming with parents, teachers and school administrators. Through many a stubborn tear, I tried taking in each of the bright faces of the 42 freshly minted graduates before us. I couldn’t help but wonder about the promising paths that lay before each of our talented graduates. You can only imagine my excitement when I was asked to interview Village alum Ryan Singsank ’12. I jumped at the chance to speak with someone who I figured may be in the process of exploring educational opportunities. As we discussed Ryan’s experiences, I often found myself questioning if it was indeed only a little over ten years since he was a sixth grader at Village.

What have you been up to since you graduated from Village in 2012?

After completing my 6th grade year at Village, I attended the Viewpoint School in Calabasas from 7th to 12th grade. Thereafter I attended George Washington University in Washington D.C. for my undergraduate degree in History and International Affairs. Since graduating last summer, I have been enrolled in a two-year Master’s program in International and World History. It’s a unique program wherein the first year is at Columbia University

in New York City followed by a second year at the London School of Economics (LSE). At the end of the program, I shall receive two master’s degrees—one from Columbia University and another from LSE. Upon graduation I plan to pursue graduate studies in History and apply to PhD programs.

What is the area of focus for your Master’s studies?

Most of my research work focuses on the history of US Foreign Policy after 1945. For my Dual Master’s degree

dissertation, I am examining U.S. policy towards German Reunification from 1989 to 1990. Over the coming summer I’ll have the chance to spend some time at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library in College Station, Texas reviewing archives. I also plan to visit Germany to research archives there.

Is there anything that you remember from your time at Village that you believe has helped with your graduate studies?

Coincidently when I was a 6th grader at Village—I chose Germany as my country for the World’s Fair project. Our teacher encouraged us all to write to Consulates requesting information about our country. I was one of the few children who received a huge package with detailed information and maps from the German Consulate. That was my first exposure to Germany. I’ve come a long way from writing a report and giving a speech to my Village classmates to now being almost fluent in German, being able interpret German archives and write about US/German relations. It’s funny how things have come full circle!

With regards to your future, in what direction do you see yourself heading?

I would like to continue with academia and am very committed to pursuing a PhD. I would love to teach

at a university. I am also open to the possibility of working in the Foreign Services or for a Think Tank in Washington D.C. or London. And last but not least—the dream is to publish a best selling book and live off of that.

When you look back at your time at Village, was there anything in particular that you believe contributed to your passion for History?

One distinct aspect of my time at Village was my teachers and them recognizing that I had such an interest in History. I’ve always had the most profound respect for teachers, and that is why I would love to see myself in the field of academia. My experience as a History tutor for three years during my undergraduate days has made me understand what people mean when they say, “Teaching is rewarding.” I think part of me back then wanted to be a teacher in some sense because I looked up to my teachers, respected them and experienced the thrill of teaching my peers even as a 6th grader. When I was younger, learning and teaching history was a fad and obsession of mine, but as I get deeper and deeper into my field—it is slowly but surely becoming my life’s calling.

“I’ve always had the most profound respect for teachers, and that is why I would love to see myself in the field of academia.”

ALUMNI PROFILES

“Village School sparked an interest in me for choir, writing, and reading that I have carried with me to middle school.”

Ella Temple ’21

A Thriving Middle Schooler

by Danny Kramer, Director of Institutional Advancement and Kristen Lee, Upper Division Teacher

This winter we caught up with Ella Temple ’21 to find out how things are going in middle school and how Village prepared her to be such an impressive young woman. Ella enthusiastically told us about her challenges and accomplishments over the last couple of years since graduating from Village School. We are very proud of her and honored to have her represent Village so well.

What did you love most about your Village experience?

I loved my Village School class filled with unique kids and fun teachers who peaked my interest in subjects and took the time to personally know me. Needless to say, there never was a dull and insignificant day at Village.

How did your Village experience prepare you for middle school?

The village experience prepared me for middle school with its rotating 5-6th grade schedule. Going from Village’s warm and familiar elementary community to Harvard-Westlake’s large, daunting middle school, was a huge shift at first. However, I found the schedule easy to adapt to because Village School had one that was similar. I felt prepared academically and have an incredible group of friends (including some who came from Village with me).

You are very involved at your middle school; please tell us more! What specific programs/classes/ extracurriculars are you involved with at Harvard Westlake (and briefly describe your involvement in each)?

I take part in many programs, classes, and extracurriculars at HW to continue my love for the arts. Currently, I’m taking an advanced dance class and am involved in the advanced middle school campus choir. I love participating in the vocal showcases and productions. My most recent performance was when I got the role as Katherine Blake in Freaky Friday. In terms of core classes, I am taking an advanced math course and Latin 1B (the second level of a new language for me). In terms of programs, I am a HW Student Ambassador. In this program, we assist in providing guidance to prospective students (such as Q&A sessions, etcetera), give campus tours, and work during school events (providing information and directions).

Tell us more about your experience in the middle school musical last year.

My experience in the middle school musical last year was one that will never be forgotten. During a musical, you truly create a family-like bond with your castmates and create lifelong memories. The musical helped me form connections with kids from all grades. Musicals are time consuming, but are my favorite way to spend that time. I am forever grateful for these opportunities and look forward to next year’s production.

Did your experience at Village School prepare you for such a role?

If so, how?

My experience at Village School’s music program with Mr. Whitmore was great about giving us a foundation for learning solfege. In addition, the Village School talent shows helped me get accustomed to performing in front of large audiences.

Did Village School spark an interest that you have carried with you to middle school?

Village School sparked an interest in me for choir, writing, and reading that I have carried with me to middle school. Village School singers was where I was able to take my passion for singing to the next level, and now I partake in an advanced level choir. As for writing, I found a true love for it at Village School. From second grade fractured fairy tales, to fourth grade poetry units, to creative lessons with Mr. Lind in fifth grade, I have always LOVED writing. I have recently completed a creative writing course at HW, and been encouraged to submit some of my poetry to the newsletter. Lastly, reading has always been something I love to do since I was little. Reading Bob books in TK set forth my enjoyment, but ever since Mrs. Burkhardt introduced me to the Dystopian genre in 6th grade, it continuously persists to be a nightly occurrence.

What are you looking forward to this year (and beyond)?

I can’t wait to start 9th grade, and hope to someday professionally pursue my passion for the arts.

ALUMNI NOTES

Walter

mobility and success might be obtained through hard work alone—might be reconsidered and reshaped through a critical assessment of the contemporary moment, looking specifically at new modes of consumerism, well-being, and technology.”

She writes, “I have designed a program rooted in the multidisciplinary field of American popular culture, with a specific focus on technology and social media. My program’s central question asks how understanding older discourses about the American Dream— that suggest economic

in July.

She writes, “My sixth grade world’s fair project was about Nepal. As a requirement of that project, I had to interview someone that had traveled there, and through that assignment I became involved with Unatti Foundation, a home for girls in Nepal. 13 years after graduating from Village School, I still travel to Nepal annually, and my mom is even on the board of directors now.

“I spent two months at the beginning of 2020 in Nepal researching and developing a sexual and reproductive health rights program to educate girls and boys in Nepal about menstrual health to break the stigma around menstruation. The research took place in rural villages to determine the best, least intrusive ways to provide education on these important topics, while also respecting the deeply engrained traditions and cultures. We also held a

three-day trial workshop with local children to educate them about their rights and their bodies, as well as help understand the best ways to hold future workshops like this in Nepal. Today, our team in Nepal, along with the help of the girls living in Unatti Home, travel to rural schools to continue these education workshops, handout sanitary supplies, and answer questions for young boys and girls. None of this would have been possible had I not been assigned Nepal for my Village School world’s fair project.”

6 | Milo Green ‘22 and Annika Cook ‘22 pause for a photo after their Windward Middle School Chorus concert.

7 & 8 | After graduating from USC, Chloe Weitman ’11 began a vintage jewelry company, “Yeah It’s Jewelry” (@yeahitsjewelry / yeahitsjewelry.com). She just celebrated two years in business!

9 & 10 | Devon Knopp ‘14 made his debut modeling at Louis Vuitton’s show at Art Basil in Miami last year. He has also done campaigns with designers of streetwear such as Rhude and Fear of God. He has many exciting projects including V Mini magazine, coming this month, and more to come this year.

1 | Claire Nordstrom ‘09 married Jack Woodward in Sun Valley, ID on 10/8/22. Congratulations to the happy couple!

2 | Jackson Nikolas

‘18 is now a Junior at Windward School. He is a multi-debate champion on the Windward debate team. Has been named Volunteer of the Year for 2022 by Present Now. His early interest in political science has continued with his work as a Youth Advisor on the Palisades City Council and as a precinct manager for Traci Park’s recent victory as City Council woman for District 11. Jackson is a proud alum of Village School.

3 | Alumni are always welcome back on campus. TJ Boyd ’17 stopped by recently and visited with his former kindergarten buddy, Davis, who now is in 6th Grade.

4 | Lily Annenberg ’13 is a junior at Duke and she created her own major called “The American Dream: Critical History and Possible Futures.”

5 | Hailey Rae Wollitz ’10 will be graduating from New York Law School in May 2023, and she will be sitting for the bar exam

We want to know what you have been up to! Did you recently win an award at school or work? Get a new job? Get married? What meaningful things are happening in your life? Tell us about the things that make you happy!

Scan the QR code to submit an Alumni Note.

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SAVE THE DATE!

FRIDAY, JUNE 9TH, 2023

Alumni Day at Village School

Come visit between 1:00–4:00pm for a guided tour of the renovated classrooms. After the tour, head over to the La Cruz campus for music and food from a yummy food truck.

More details will be coming soon.

Don’t miss out on any upcoming events!

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