A NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL FOR OUR CHILDREN
Venice Parents and other interested members of
the community have begun organizing to help support one of Venice’s local
elementary schools, Westminster Elementary.
Inspired by the “Beverlywood Moms”
who helped bring innovative and exciting education to their local school at a
time when their community seemed to be abandoning it, these Venice parents
(whose children are not yet at school age) hope to invigorate the community to
transform the school through active and creative
participation.
When parent Laura
Diamond visited the school for the first time in September 2002, she was
pleasantly surprised by what she observed. “I had only heard vaguely
negative things about the school, but not from anyone who had actually been
there. I saw classes with children deeply engaged in learning, reading, music
and art. I met one of their four Nationally Board Certified teachers. I walked
away impressed, and
hopeful.”
Since then, a growing
group of parents has become more involved in this effort. They have organized a
Community Forum on October 21, from 7 - 8:30 p.m., to bring together interested
members of the community. The purpose of the forum is to share information about
the school and listen to concerns. The original Beverlywood Moms will speak
about their experiences trying to make a difference at their local school, and
their ultimate success. Westminster teachers will also be available to answer
questions about the school, its programs and curriculum.
If you are interested in learning more
about the school, you can visit the classrooms and speak with the Principal
Betty Coleman and teachers at Westminster’s Back to School Night, on
October 14, 2003, from 5 – 6:30
PM.
Questions call Catherine
310-450-0245 or Laura 310-664-9860
Posted: Wed - October 1, 2003 at 07:08 PM