December 14, 2023
Dear Westview Families,

We are so proud of your kids! The Holiday Play is such a joy each year, and we hope you enjoyed today's performances. as much as we did. There is much preparation that goes into your children taking the stage today.

Thank you to Nelson Armstrong, Westview's music teacher, for all the time, effort, and creativity that went into this year's Holiday Play. Much more goes into our students' performances than simply learning a song, and we cannot thank Nelson enough for his talent and dedication toward creating a successful holiday program. From song selection and choreography to all the preparation that set our students up for success, we are so proud to have Nelson as part of the Westview team.

Thank you to Kaylee Bond, art teacher, for the creative assistance given to Mr. Armstrong during both the planning and practice phases of this year's play. Kaylee created all the beautiful holiday scenery and supported the costuming for our students. She also offered support to Nelson during weekly rehearsals to help our students get performance-ready.
Thank you to all our teachers and instructional assistants who were flexible with their schedules and worked diligently for the past several weeks to help prepare our students for today's performance.

Thank you to all ancillary and administrative staff. Teamwork was the key to today's success, and we are thankful for all the ways, big and small, they stepped up to provide support as needed to coordinate today's event. Special thanks to Roger Browning, Michelle Chapa, Sarah Chauvin, Jessica Guerra, Claudia LeBlanc, Angela Loftin, Nathaniel Lyon, Michael McKee, Candi Pettit, Gina Rafferty, Trevie Stone, Teresa Taeger, Becky Travis, Robert Velazquez, and Jolaine Zuccala.

A huge thank you to New Life Church for their hospitality, generosity, and friendship. We appreciate them allowing us to visit the church over the last few weeks to practice for today.

Let me be the first to wish you all a very happy holiday and a wonderful new year. It is our sincere hope that you enjoy this winter break with your families, and we cannot wait to see you again in the new year. Your children are a joy, and we appreciate all of you for your support, confidence, and trust.

Happy Holidays!




Head of School
The Westview School
2023 WESTVIEW HOLIDAY PLAY
Calendar at a Glance

DECEMBER 15, 2023 to JANUARY 2, 2024
  • Westview Winter Break

JANUARY 3, 2024
  • Westview Staff Development Day | Student Holiday (No School)

JANUARY 11, 2023
  • Grandparent and Special Friends' Day

JANUARY 15, 2023
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No School)

JANUARY 18, 2024
As we all focus on the new year ahead and consider new goals for ourselves and our children, we wanted to share with our families the offerings available in 2024 at The Stewart Center at The Westview School. From individual therapy to group sessions, we have varying services that can meet the therapeutic needs of children with autism. Our on-campus therapists offer many opportunities to nurture our students' growth, development, and well-being with a shared goal of guiding our children to meet their fullest potential. If you have any questions about individual therapy or group sessions available, please contact Mimi Le, Clinical Director, for more information or email info@stewartcenterhouston.org
Chess Wizards is Returning this Spring
CHESS WIZARDS
We are excited to welcome Chess Wizards back to campus this spring for challenging chess lessons, exciting tournaments, fun, team activities, and more! If you’re brand-new to chess, you will learn the basics and get playing right away. If you’re a seasoned checkmate artist, you will learn new ways to let your creativity show on the chessboard. Classes will be Tuesdays from 3:20 PM to 4:20 PM for 7 sessions beginning on January 23. The cost is $147 per student. Chess Wizards enrollment is for Upper Elementary and Middle School students only.  Register at www.chesswizards.com. See the flyer for more details.
Save the Date for Grandparents' Day | Thursday, January 11
Westview LOVES our grandparents. This year our Grandparent and Special Friends' Day event will be held on campus Thursday, January 11. All grandparents or special friends are invited to campus to spend the morning with their students. Activities and times will vary between grade levels.

ECD + PREK
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

KINDERGARTEN, LOWER ELEMENTARY + MIDDLE SCHOOL
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM

UPPER ELEMENTARY
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Please use this link to RSVP, and let us who will be coming. If a grandparent is not available to attend, we welcome a special friend to join instead.
Westview EDU | How to Stay Calm When Kids are Out of Control
Parenthood can sometimes be a rollercoaster, but staying calm when your kids are in crisis is the secret to a peaceful home! Join us on Thursday, January 18, for Westview EDU | How to Stay Calm When Kids are Out of Control. Michael McKee, Ed.S., LSSP, NCSP, Westview Support Specialist, will share practical tips and strategies to navigate some of the more challenging parenting moments with composure and help you master the art of staying calm. Discover the secrets to maintaining your cool and fostering a harmonious parent-child relationship. 

This event will be held in person in Largent Hall on The Westview School campus. Zoom attendance will be available by request. All attendees, both virtual and in-person, should register for the event.


Any questions? Having an issue with the online registration form? Email Sarah Chauvin for assistance.
Buy Your Westview Yearbook by Dec 31
Have you purchased your 2023-2024 Westview Yearbook yet? Yearbooks are on sale NOW in the Balfour store. The link to purchase can be found on the Balfour website. Below are some easy-to-follow instructions for reserving your copy today. The cost per book is $50 now through end of year. Prices will increase to $55 per book on January 1. The price for dedications is a Full Page - $100, 1/2 Page - $50, 1/4 Page - $25, and 1/8 Page - $15.
  1. Click on the Balfour School Store link
  2. Scroll down and across to the Yearbook Products & ADS and click "Shop Now"
  3. Enter student info & click "shop for this student"
  4. Then choose yearbook and what size dedication* you would like.

*If you are buying a dedications, see attached flyer for more information. Dedications do not need to be finalized at purchase, but have a deadline of February 23, 2024.

Questions? Email Angela Loftin, Yearbook Coordinator.
Save the Date for the Fundraising Luncheon | Wednesday, March 27
Save the date for The Westview School Fundraising Luncheon. on Wednesday, March 27th from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Junior League of Houston, and join our community in support of The Westview School. Our Fundraising Luncheon is an annual event and is our largest fundraiser of the year.

More details to come in the new year. Questions? Email Roger Browning, Director of Development.