On Tuesday, Feb. 11, students taking Spanish 3 Honors visited downtown Hartford to view different murals. Spanish teacher Kathleen McLean first thought of this field trip when her class read āLa Calaca Alegreā by Carrie Toth. The book takes place in a Mexican-American neighborhood with vibrant murals and galleries. Ms. McLean wanted her class to […]
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On Friday, Jan. 10, the Kingswood Oxford varsity hockey team faced off against the Harvey School during Hockey Night. Family, friends, and teachers cheering the team on created a fun and supportive atmosphere. Hockey Night is an annual tradition that began in 2000 to honor former student Ryan Gordon ā05. While at Kingswood Oxford, Ryan […]
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On Sunday, Nov. 10, 30 students and four teachers went on a NYC field trip to attend a Broadway performance of āRagtime.ā The show made its Broadway debut in 1998 and was adapted from the book āRagtimeā by E. L. Doctorow. Kingswood Oxford students were lucky to see this spectacular and transformational production. This opportunity […]
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t 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, Kingswood Oxford Upper School students arrived in their best dresses and suits to dance the night away at the annual homecoming event. The theme āUnder the Starsā was brought to life by the glitzy, glamorous, star-themed decorations, creating the perfect atmosphere for a magical night. This year’s homecoming […]
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At 6:30 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, the senior class gathered on the turf to watch the sunrise; this annual tradition was a fun and reflective way to come together as a class to celebrate the start of senior year. Senior year is filled with many milestones, memories, and goodbyes as seniors spend their last […]
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On Saturday, May 11, Kingswood Oxford hosted its annual Alissi Spring Sports Day. This event, which honors the legacy of former Athletic Director Joseph Alissi, is a testament to the sports culture at Kingswood Oxford. It was a day filled with team spirit and excitement, bringing the KO community together. Joseph Alissi, a dedicated member […]
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On Wednesday, April 17, 17 Kingswood Oxford seniors were inducted into the Cum Laude Society. The induction, held during a dinner ceremony, highlighted these students’ dedication and hard work. The Cum Laude Society is a prestigious national association that recognizes academic excellence. Kingswood Oxford’s chapter of this association selects the top 20% of the class […]
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On Saturday, Feb. 3, starting at 8:45 a.m., KO kicked off its annual Girls and Women in Sports Day. This day was an opportunity for girls ages 9 to 14 to participate in a clinic, allowing them to try out a variety of sports. KO began hosting this event with support from the Womenās Sports […]
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On Thursday, Feb. 22, at 8:15 a.m., juniors were greeted with a tasty breakfast before school as they received their junior prom invitations formally and spent time with their classmates. When the junior class entered the dining room, they were met with creative decorations showcasing the Casino Night prom theme. Most importantly, they received their […]
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On Thursday, Jan. 4, the Ski Club embarked on its inaugural trip to Ski Sundown, marking the first of six outings to the mountain, which will provide them opportunities to have fun and foster connections that extend beyond the classroom. Seniors Celia Yaworsky, Ashley Neikre, and Martin Ma, along with junior Abby Craig founded the […]
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