Elise Woodward is an art teacher and ceramic artist. She has been throwing pottery and creating art in various media for over 20 years. She received her BFA with a concentration in ceramics from California State University, Fullerton and has spent the years since graduating teaching both art and ceramics to adults with disabilities. Ms. Woodward is a member of the Whittier Gallery and recently won first place in the three-dimensional category. Her sculptures have been exhibited in many galleries including the Fullerton Museum Center and the DTLA gallery. Ms. Woodward specializes in both functional and sculptural works and she is excited to share her love of art and ceramics with the Waldorf School of Orange County.
Ximena Schreiner is the class teacher for the Class of 2035. Ximena contributed her talents at WSOC by assisting in the grades’ classrooms, and her dedication to our school led her to focus on teaching the grades. Demonstrating her commitment to professional growth, Ximena completed Foundational Studies in Early Childhood through Lifeways and has furthered her knowledge by studying Brain Science with the esteemed Sharifa Oppenheimer. Ximena will continue her Waldorf studies this summer and fall, further deepening her understanding of our educational philosophy. Prior to her Waldorf training, Ximena achieved a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and Art History from USC. Her quest for knowledge and appreciation for diverse cultures led her to undertake studies abroad. Ximena delved deep into the captivating art history of Italy during a semester abroad and embarked on an immersive summer program, exploring the architectural wonders of East Asia in Japan, Taipei, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, and Cambodia. Before joining our school community, Ximena's professional endeavors as an architect encompassed projects of various scales, both nationally and internationally. She brings a wealth of expertise acquired during her time living in Brazil for seven years, where she also met her husband. Ximena's love for the arts, math, science, culture, and above all, learning, shines through in her approach to Waldorf pedagogy.
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