Welcome to Woodwide School

A collaborative community where learning is a shared journey

At Woodwide School, our mission is to cultivate a collaborative community where learning is a shared journey. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where families who can afford tuition contribute to those who cannot, ensuring that education is accessible to all. Through integrated curricula and mentorship, we aim to enhance comprehension, retention, confidence, and social-emotional skills. By combining personalized and small-group learning, we nurture individualized growth and collaborative problem-solving skills, preparing our students for meaningful and sustainable careers.

About Our Founders

Lauren

Lauren Dembowitz is an educator and curriculum designer with 15 years of experience teaching in higher education, middle school, and high school. With a PhD in English, she has guided students across a wide range of contexts, always with a focus on helping them discover how they learn best. Her work is grounded in the belief that when students are engaged through meaningful, personalized learning experiences, they develop both confidence and lasting curiosity.

Over her career, Lauren has not only taught and mentored students but also developed programs that support broader school communities. She is recognized as a thoughtful innovator and a strategic partner, able to design learning experiences that connect deeply with students while aligning to high standards. Colleagues and families describe her as collaborative, reflective, and dedicated to helping every learner thrive.

As co-founder of Woodwide School, Lauren brings her passion for interdisciplinary curriculum, student agency, and innovative pedagogy to life. She is committed to cultivating a school community where students are empowered to explore, families share responsibility for equitable access, and education is rooted in connection, creativity, and purpose.

Natalia

Natalia Bondy is an educational leader with over 16 years of experience supporting students, teachers, and schools. Her work is guided by the belief that when people feel championed, they grow — and when educators are supported, they can inspire learning even through challenges.

Natalia has led classrooms, coached teachers, and opened new schools, always with a focus on building cultures where students thrive and teachers feel empowered. She has designed and facilitated professional development workshops, launched tutoring programs that significantly boosted student outcomes, and guided teams toward enrollment and budget growth. Colleagues describe her as a leader who inspires, coaches, and gets things done.

As co-founder of Woodwide School, Natalia brings her passion for equity, community, and learner-centered education to life. She is committed to reversing attrition in education by improving onboarding, fostering supportive training environments, and creating structures where students, families, and educators all feel a sense of belonging and purpose.

What Makes Woodwide School Unique

Interdisciplinary, Project-Based Learning

Integrated humanities and STEM, grounded in real-world themes and Colorado Academic Standards.

Peer-Teaching as Assessment

Students demonstrate mastery by teaching peers, solidifying their own learning and building leadership skills.

Mentorship Model

Regular mentor check-ins and advisory groups support academic progress, social-emotional development, and goal-setting.

Small Cohorts

Personalized and small-group instruction fosters strong relationships and individualized growth.

Community-Supported Tuition

Families who can afford tuition directly subsidize those who cannot; families receiving aid contribute in other ways (time, skills, service).

Learner-Driven & Collaborative

Students shape what and how they learn, cultivating agency, creativity, and resilience.

Equity & Inclusion

Access is built into the model so that all students, regardless of financial background, can participate fully.

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a transformative educational experience where students, educators, and families work together as a supportive and dynamic community. We envision a school where every learner is empowered to explore their passions and reach their full potential through a curriculum that seamlessly integrates diverse subjects.

By prioritizing learner-driven education and peer collaboration, we aim to develop confident, empathetic, and resilient individuals. Our graduates will leave us not only with the knowledge and skills necessary for academic and career success but also with a deep understanding of their role in creating a more equitable and sustainable world.

Our holistic, integrated curricula interweaves humanities and STEM, reflecting the interconnected nature of these disciplines. We empower students to take ownership of their education, driving what and how they learn and defining their own measures of success.