Thank you to our donors, volunteers, families, alumni, faculty, and staff who make the WNS community extraordinary. Your generosity of time, talent, and resources fuels the programs, opportunities, and innovations that allow our students to thrive. This report is a celebration of what we accomplished together in 2024–25—because of you. Take a look and see how your support made a difference in the lives of our students and the future of our school.
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A Year in Review
A Year In Review
Student Highlights
From championship titles and record-breaking performances to inspiring artistic achievements and academic excellence, 2024–25 was a year of remarkable accomplishments for WNS students. Across athletics, the arts, and academic competitions, our Jets demonstrated skill, teamwork, creativity, and determination—while staying true to the values that make our community special. Whether breaking league records, earning top honors in debate and mock trial, or sharing their voices on stage, our students inspired us all with their talent, hard work, and spirit.
Athletics
From league championships to record-breaking performances, WNS athletes had an unforgettable 2024–25 season. Read on to see how our Jets excelled across every sport—earning titles, setting new records, and making school history.
Theatre Arts
From high-energy musicals to vibrant cultural celebrations, the performing arts at WNS took center stage in 2024–25. With all students involved, our community enjoyed an unforgettable year of live performances. Read on to learn about the shows that made this a standout year for the arts.
Festival Choir
The WNS Festival Choir hit all the right notes at the Forum Festival in Fullerton, earning a Silver Rating and placing in the top 20% of middle school choirs. With a performance just shy of Gold and a special Outstanding Musicianship Award for 8th grader Anna C., it was a shining moment for our vocalists.
Mock Trial & Debate
WNS teams had a standout year! Eighth grader Blakeley F. placed 7th at the Harvard-Westlake Debate Tournament, while the Mock Trial team advanced to the semifinals of the LA County competition. Sixth grader Sabine S. earned Outstanding Witness, and Blakeley F. received Outstanding Clerk!
2nd Grade Changemakers
In the second grade Changemaker unit, students research and bring to life inspiring figures who have made a difference. This year featured a special full-circle moment with WNS alum Zoie Brogdon ’19—read on to see the impact.
Athletics Accomplishments
| Fall Season 2024-25 | |
|---|---|
| Boys Cross Country - Pacific Basin League Champions | |
| Middle School Flag Football - Pacific Basin League Finalists | |
| 6th Grade Football - Pacific Basin League Finalists |
| Winter Season 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Middle School Boys Soccer - Pacific Basin League Champions | |
| Middle School Girls Basketball - Pacific Basin League Champions | |
| Middle School A Boys Basketball - Pacific Basin League Finalists |
| Spring Season 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Middle School Track & Field - Pacific Basin League Champions (4th consecutive year) | |
| Middle School Girls Softball - Pacific Basin League Champions |
| WNS Records | |
|---|---|
| 6th Grade 60 Meters - 8.31 (Marcel M.) | |
| 6th Grade 400 Meter Relay - 56.67 (Maxwell B., Marcel M., Oliver R., & Maxwell S.) | |
| 1600 Meters - 5:01:98 (Jack L.) | |
| Long Jump - 16'4 (Noa S.) | |
| Girls Softball Undefeated Throughout Season |
8th Grade Matriculation
75%
accepted to their first choice high school
93%
accepted to their first or second choice high school
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Congratulations
to the WNS Class of 2025. We are so proud of each of them, and we can't wait to follow their journeys. Take a look at the wide variety of schools that this talented graduating class are attending.
Class of 2025 High School Matriculation
Archer School*
Bishop Montgomery High School*
Brentwood School
Campbell Hall School*
Chadwick School
Crossroads School
de Toledo High School
Dunn School
Geffen Academy at UCLA
Harvard-Westlake School
Los Angeles County High School for the Arts (LACHSA)
Loyola High School
Marymount High School
Mira Costa High School
New Roads*
Notre Dame High School*
Pacifica Christian High School
San Domenico School
Sierra Canyon School
St. John Bosco High School*
The Thacher School
Venice High School
Vistamar School
The Webb Schools*
Windward School
*Denotes schools into which our students were accepted but opted not to attend.
Class of 2021 College Matriculation
Bard College
Boise State University
Boston College
Brandeis University
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
California State University, San Marcos
Claremont McKenna College
Colby College
Columbia University
Hampton University
Haverford College
Howard University
Indiana University
Lehigh University
Loyola Marymount University
Morehouse College
Newcastle University, UK
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
San Diego State University
Santa Barbara City College
Seattle University
SoCal Academy
Syracuse University
The New School
The Pennsylvania State University
Toronto Metropolitan University
Tufts University
University of Arizona
University of the Arts London (London College of Fashion), UK
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Merced
University of California, San Diego
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Glasgow, UK
University of Michigan
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania
Wake Forest University
Wesleyan University
Yale University
Boise State University
Boston College
Brandeis University
California Polytechnic University, San Luis Obispo
California State University, San Marcos
Claremont McKenna College
Colby College
Columbia University
Hampton University
Haverford College
Howard University
Indiana University
Lehigh University
Loyola Marymount University
Morehouse College
Newcastle University, UK
Northeastern University
Northwestern University
San Diego State University
Santa Barbara City College
Seattle University
SoCal Academy
Syracuse University
The New School
The Pennsylvania State University
Toronto Metropolitan University
Tufts University
University of Arizona
University of the Arts London (London College of Fashion), UK
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Davis
University of California, Irvine
University of California, Merced
University of California, San Diego
University of Colorado Boulder
University of Glasgow, UK
University of Michigan
University of Oregon
University of Pennsylvania
Wake Forest University
Wesleyan University
Yale University
From joyful celebrations to meaningful traditions, the 2024–25 school year was filled with moments that brought our WNS community together. Read on to see how families, students, alumni, faculty, and friends united to celebrate, support, and strengthen the spirit of WNS.
Grandparents & Special Friends Day
A true highlight at WNS. Grandparents & Special Friends day sees us open our campus doors to the important grownups in our students' lives, giving them a glimpse into the magic of WNS through the eyes of their students.
Ruby Bridges' Walk to School Day
On November 14th, 2024, we took part in Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day. In honor of Ruby’s courage, and to celebrate the power of young people in affecting change, students, parents, and faculty took part in this day of commemoration by walking as a community.
Party Book Season
Party Books allow WNS to create meaningful impact far beyond the fun. This year’s Party Book season was an incredible celebration of connection, creativity, and community spirit. Read more below!
The WNS Gala: Studio 5401
One of our favorite nights of the year at WNS! The Studio 5401 Gala, held at LA’s iconic Ebell Theater on Saturday, March 8, 2025, was an unforgettable evening of community, celebration, and impactful giving.
