During your application process for KO, the words college prep school probably came up. In fact, it was probably one of the things that enticed you to come here. In those three words is an implication: the courses are harder, the schedule is busier, the grading is tougher. After all, that’s why you pay 40K […]
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On Monday Oct. 7, two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Mark Mazzetti spoke to KO students at assembly after an open session with students taking AP Political Science and journalism. Mr. Mazzetti, who currently writes for the New York Times, was awarded the Pulitzer for his articles about American responses to the crises in Afghanistan and Pakistan, […]
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Care beyond self is among the core values at KO that students follow in their daily lives. This fall, the varsity boys soccer team exemplified this value, by coming together to support their teammate. Senior John Doar has been fighting and recovering from cancer since the beginning of this past summer. Unfortunately, this meant that […]
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When presented with the question by New York Times journalist Mark Mazzetti: “Who here believes that what the New York Times or the Washington Post does is fake news?” two people at the morning assembly raised their hands. These two people received dirty glares from other students, generating a lot of controversy and talk among […]
Read MoreWhen people think of horror movies, they often think of low budget movies with cheap jump scares or overly violent scenes with blood and gore. Most people are unwilling to subject themselves to a horror movie because they think the experience will be scary and generally unpleasant. I understand that horror movies aren’t for everyone, […]
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This October 10 and 11, grandparents and special friends of KO Upper and Middle school students gathered to see firsthand what a typical KO day is like. While there, some alumni remarked about the many changes in high school, specifically KO, since they graduated. Esther Van Huystee ’85 was one of the visitors to KO […]
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Kingswood Oxford boys varsity soccer is sporting a record of 6-2-1 and looks to keep the great season going, as they face tougher competitors on the field. “We are doing a very good job keeping possession throughout the games, moving the ball from side to side,” said Head Coach Hikmet Aslan. The Wyverns are finding their […]
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Youth motivational speaker Kevin Brooks spoke to the Kingswood Oxford community on Friday, Oct. 11 to share his inspirational story about the dangers of substance abuse and impaired driving. Before the assembly, Mr. Brooks said his story has something for everyone. “I hope people take something positive away from my visit,” Mr. Brooks said, “and […]
Read MoreSince passing the NEASC reaccreditation process, a team of KO board members, administrators, faculty, and staff have been tasked to gather data from the constituents of the school community to recommend specific steps the school should take in the next five years. With the goal of presenting ideas for a strategic plan, the team is […]
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Fun, cute, silly, and sweet sophomore Natalia Correa continues to show off her amazing sense of fashion. Natalia loves to wear colorful and fun outfits to brighten her day and spirits at school. She often wears pinks, blues, whites, and other vibrant options. Within these color ranges, she often goes to several different stores such […]
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