The Westwood School

Today, we honor and reflect on the incredible life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. In everything we do, we strive to inspire not only academic excellence, but also the growth of strong, compassionate character in every student.

Due to inclement weather, Westwood will be closed on Thursday, January 9th and Friday, January 10th for the safety of our community. All afterschool and extracurricular activities are canceled. Stay safe and warm, Wildcats!

Our Upper Elementary students got to showcase their awesome creativity during a trip to Challenge Island! They worked together to build skate parks complete with ramps, graffiti, food courts, and more. The teacher even said that our students had ideas that she’d never seen before!

In the spirit of the season of giving, Lower School students helped put together gift bags for patients at Children’s Health Hospital.

Upper Elementary students honored Veterans Day this morning with a reading of “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae at the Lower School flagpole. Thank you to all of the veterans who have served our country! 🇺🇸

Lower Elementary students had a special visit from our Head of School, Mrs. Lourcey! She read each class “The Tiny Seed,” connecting the story to their studies on the plant life cycle. 🌱

The Dallas Museum of Art exhibition, “Frida: Beyond the Myth” explores the defining moments of Kahlo’s life as depicted through her self-portraits, still lifes, and works on paper from the beginning of her career in 1926 until her death in 1954. IB DP Spanish and art students visited the exhibition to explore the experiential and cultural influence in Kahlo’s works. Students spent time in the gallery sketching and exploring identity not only in Kahlos’ viewpoint, but through the lens of others close to her. Students ended their journey at a Frida Kahlo inspired cafe. 🎨

We invite you to experience our diverse Montessori Lower School community for students ages 12 months through 6th grade at one of our Lower School Open Houses. Register today at www.westwoodschool.org/OpenHouse.

Westwood’s Open House is a time for children and their families to go into the classroom, explore the materials, and speak with teachers and administrators as well as current students and parents about The Westwood Way. We look forward to getting to know you and your family!

Can’t make an admissions event? Personal tours are available Monday - Friday mornings by appointment. Fill out an inquiry form at westwoodschool.org/inquire and we will reach out with more information.

💕TONIGHT AT 6PM AT DCC💕 Come out and help us raise money for breast cancer research at our annual Pink Out! This year, the Varsity Volleyball girls take on the Varsity Basketball boys in a friendly game of volleyball. You won’t want to miss it! 🏐

Admission is $3 for students and $5 for adults, and concessions will be available for purchase. All proceeds will be donated to Susan G. Komen.💕

DCC
2700 Christian Pkwy
Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Mrs. Herran, our 7th grade Spanish teacher, visited the Primary students to give them a presentation about the country of Mexico as a part of their cultural studies on North America! 🇲🇽🌎

The Dunlap family invites The Westwood community to join them in celebrating the life of Jeanie Dunlap.

Celebration of Life:
Sunday, October 6th 2024 6:15pm-9:30pm
Dallas Arboretum - The DeGolyer Estate
8625 Garland Road Dallas 75218 -Valet Gate 1

R.S.V.P.

Jeanie Dunlap's Celebration of Life Sunday, October 6th 2024 6:15pm-9:30pm Dallas Arboretum - The DeGolyer Estate 8625 Garland Road Dallas 75218 -Valet Gate 1

This week, Elementary students got a visit from Commander Sullivan who talked about his experience as a pilot in the Navy!

📣🏐It's game time! Join us tomorrow night at 6pm at DCC for our Varsity Volleyball home opener. Be there to support your Westwood Wildcats and help us kick off the start of a great season!

2700 Christian Pkwy
Dallas, TX 75234

stopped by today to give check-ups to all of our furry, scaly, and feathered friends. Thanks for keeping our classroom pets happy and healthy! 🐹🐟🦜

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jeanie Dunlap, a cherished member of the Westwood family, who left us on August 19th after a courageous but brief battle with cancer. Mrs. Dunlap devoted 24 years to teaching in the Lower and Upper Schools, coaching volleyball, cultivating the gardens and libraries, and Westwood traditions alongside her best friend, Westwood’s founder, Pam Butler.

Jeanie touched the lives of hundreds of students and took pride in watching her own three children and first grandchild thrive within Westwood. She deeply believed in the Montessori Method, a child's potential, and in kindness above all. Mrs. Dunlap cherished her role as an educator, treasuring every child’s drawing and notes of appreciation. Her classroom was a sanctuary for plants, people, and pets alike, where her warmth inspired students and nurtured individuality and creativity. Jeanie moved with love and cared for everyone she met; she effortlessly made friends with her bright smile and beautiful soul, leaving a piece of her compassion and wisdom with everyone she encountered.

As we remember and celebrate Mrs. Dunlap's extraordinary life, we recognize the profound impact that educators have, as well as the remarkable legacy she leaves behind. Her passion and commitment to education will continue to resonate in the hearts and minds of those Jeanie taught.

Details regarding a Celebration of Life for Mrs. Dunlap will be shared soon. We invite everyone who knew and loved her to join us in honoring her memory and the profound impact she had on our lives.

Share your memories here https://everloved.com/life-of/jeanie-dunalp/ or contact Tom Dunlap at [email protected]

Our new Lower School students and students entering a new level had a great first three days getting to know their teachers, friends, and classrooms. We can't wait to welcome back our returning Lower School students for their first day tomorrow!

We are so excited to welcome Ms. Teresa Gahan to our Upper School team as an English and History teacher! Ms. Gahan received both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in English from the University of Dallas and has been teaching for four years. She grew up in Washington State and loves to hike, camp, and run. In the summers, she gets in as much traveling and adventuring as she can. She also enjoys cooking, playing the classical guitar, and reading. Welcome to Westwood!

We are excited to welcome Ms. Sherazade Mehta to our Lower Elementary team! Ms. Mehta was born and raised in Canada and has been teaching Montessori education for the past 26 years and IB education for the past 18 years. She loves to travel and tries to take one big international trip a year. She also loves all things Star Wars and Marvel. Welcome to Westwood!