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The Windermere Marketing Group operates alongside various student-led clubs! Showcased below are just some of the groups at Windermere Secondary actively leading, events initiatives and fundraisers to benefit local and international communities.

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WE ARE WINDERMERE

We Are Windermere has been featuring photos, stories and quotes from the people that make up the Windermere Community since January 2018. Staff and students are interviewed about various subjects, such as their hobbies and future aspirations. Shown below is some of We Are Windermere's work!

Barbara Ng (Grade 11 Counsellor)

Who impacted your childhood the most?

“If I had to name a person who made me who I am today, it would be my dad. He has really strong work ethics, believes in family, and is the rock of my family. He used to have Sunday night dinners where everybody would get together and stay connected as a family. He passed down those family values. He helped us get started and that is what I am going to do with my kids. He had a lot of faith in me and that stayed with me.”

Lisa Nakamura (Teacher)

What got you into teaching?

“I was in History 12, and I was really inspired by 20th-century history. I was really interested in how people interacted. This is how I became interested in History and Social Studies in general. I volunteered for the Britannia Homework Club in my third year of university, and I realized that I loved history, and I loved interacting with young adults on their pathway to success. Teaching combined both of these aspects!”

Khushi Dhand (Grade 10)

“If I had a choice, I would have wanted one younger sister because we could play doll houses with each other. When I was younger, I used to feel lonely because my family is really small. I only have my parents and seeing my friends play with their siblings made me envious. The times where I didn’t want a sibling was when my friends would tell me how they used to fight their siblings over things like a TV remote and sharing gifts. Being a single child, I had the liberty to grab all my parents’ attention. I consider my parents as my sibling because whenever I share my problems with them, they have thoroughly supported me and gave me good advice just like a sibling would have done.”

Puneet Mall & Balpreet Rakhra (Grade 9)

How did Windermere reconnect you two to become best friends?

Puneet: ‘’ I met Balpreet in kindergarten and developed a close friendship throughout the first couple of years in elementary before she transferred to a new school in Burnaby ‘’

Balpreet: ‘’ I moved due to my dad’s new job but in grade eight, I came back to Vancouver and attended Windermere! And that’s when I reunited with my old elementary friend, Puneet. It didn’t matter that we had been apart for so many years, our bond was so strong that nobody could break it. We facetime every day, sleepover every weekend, and we are basically just inseparable.’’

Puneet: ‘’ I love Balpreet cause she will always motivate me in school and sports like basketball. We went through a lot especially when I fainted during one of the basketball games. Overall, she taught me so many things in life, therefore, I am so grateful that I got the chance to reconnect with Balpreet again.’’

Precious Ortega (Grade 8)

“I came from St. Mary’s and I’m the only person from there that came to Windermere because I’m in the catchment. I have figured out my way around the school and have made new friends! I’m excited for the sports team because I was a big sports person in elementary. My favourite sport is basketball and I’m going to tryout out for the team. Also, I’m currently in the volleyball team! I’m not really good at soccer though. Honestly, I want to get better at setting the ball in volleyball and become more independent with my learning in high school.”

Andrew Lin (Grade 9)

“If I was given $500,000, the first thing I would do is buy my grandma a plane ticket to Boston to reunite with her brother. Next, I would buy a ticket for my grandma’s sister to Boston to meet up with everyone else. I would get all of them together and have a big family dinner. I love my grandma, she always gets things done for myself, and the family. After that, I would spend the rest of the money on shoes!”

Chelan Wallace (Community Schools Coordinator)

“I’m new here at Windermere, I started a month ago as the Community School Coordinator. I love all the people I get to work with, on our team or within the schools.

Dr. Kimberly Schohert-Reichl is one of my favourite people in the whole world. She’s an expert on social and emotional learning and resilience in childhood. She practices what she teaches, and is one of the most kind and compassionate people I know. She is an inspiration in both my work and personal life.”

Nicole Truong ( Grade 8 )

How is your transition from elementary to high school going for you?

‘’ In elementary, it was easier because we only had one teacher and I feel we could be more comfortable and ask for help with only having one teacher. There are a lot more people in highschool but I haven’t got lost yet! Even though class starts earlier and are longer, I am starting to really love highschool because I have my friends with me! ‘’

Gloria Chen (Grade 10)

What is your most memorable moment at Windermere?

‘’It would probably be in Grade 8 when I went camping during the time I was still in the Leadership Program. The camp was fun because I learn how to ski, spent time with my friends even though it was cold, and cooking meals. We also had campfires where we shared stories and bonded, even though it was extremely cold! Even though I left the Leadership program, It gave me many opportunities to be more involved in the community, and make an impact. ’’

Celina Pheng and Mansi Saxena (Grade 11)

How did you manage to stay close friends even after elementary school?

Mansi: We weren’t really friends in elementary, but Celina initiated the friendship in grade 8. She plans most of our hangouts and we sometimes go out for vegan food.

Celina: We are still close friends because of our common interests like Harry Potter and DC Comics. She likes the Joker and I like Batman!

Lisa Chang (Teacher)

“My best childhood memory was when I went over to my grandparents house every Saturday when I was still living in Taiwan. We always went to the park nearby to play on the playground. When we were good, my grandparents would buy us Baskin-Robbins ice cream or take us out to eat. Family has always been a big thing to me, being around them makes me feel very happy. I love seeing my big family! ”

Emma Wright-Galbraith (Grade 8)

“The most important thing in my life right now is my new dog Piper. She’s a half chihuahua, half poodle and she just turned two. She loves to cuddle and go for long walks. She’s scared a lot of things because she was a stray. She’s terrified of brooms. Whenever she sees one she always runs and hides under the couch. For Thanksgiving she ran away, and we found her in a nearby pond trying to chase the ducks.”

Elaine Nguyen and Natalie Su (Grade 9)

What do you like most about each other?

Natalie: Elaine is a very caring, outgoing, kind and thoughtful person!
Elaine: She’s a very good listener, she is always there for me to talk to about anything.

In 10 years, where do you see this person?

Natalie: I see Elaine living in Vancouver as an extremely successful businesswoman.
Elaine: I see Natalie living in Vancouver working for a job that creates impactful changes.