Academic essays have always been a significant stressor for students, with their impending deadlines and lengthy word counts. None, however, seem to top the infamous Senior Thesis. With a required 15 pages, the turbulent eight-week process of writing the Senior Thesis consists of many steps, from research to editing. In summary, the paper requires students […]
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Academic essays have always been a significant stressor for students, with their impending deadlines and lengthy word counts. None, however, seem to top the infamous Senior Thesis. With a required 15 pages, the turbulent eight-week process of writing the Senior Thesis consists of many steps, from research to editing. In summary, the paper requires students […]
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On Friday, Jan. 12, acclaimed author and storyteller Ibi Zoboi visited Kingswood Oxford as the 41st annual Baird English Symposium Author. Students in the Senior Symposium class spent the fall semester exploring and celebrating her works and enjoyed a private dinner and masterclass with Zoboi during her two-day visit. Senior KO News editors and Symposium […]
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Coming off a successful 2022-2023 season with an 11-8 record, the varsity girls basketball team looks to build off of their success in the 2023-2024 season. Led by Head Coach Quinn O’Brien and Assistant Coach Judy Bailey, the girls are aiming to develop and improve, especially after having no seniors last season. Although the team […]
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This conversation has been edited and abridged for clarity and includes interviews with seniors from the Symposium class and Symposium teacher Anastasia Sullo. Emma Barringer and Ashley Buckingham: What made you decide to apply for the Symposium? Ilianna Brett: “Seeing the classes from last year and, especially because of Mr. Martino being the Symposium teacher […]
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The girls varsity tennis team has continued their strong season with an overall record of 16-3, including post-season matches. This record not only shows the team’s strength and high level of competition, but this record is the highest ever achieved for the girls varsity tennis program at KO. Now, as they wrap up their stellar […]
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On Friday, May 26, students, faculty, and family gathered to celebrate the graduation of the Kingswood Oxford class of 2023 at the 111th Commencement Ceremony. English Department Chair Catherine Schieffelin delivered the commencement address, which focused on the importance of mentorship and growth. At 10:30 a.m., the program began with the procession of trustees, administrators, […]
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A quintessential part of the private school experience is following a different class schedule than you would if you went to a public school. This is certainly the case at Kingswood Oxford, where currently, students follow a 10-day rotating block schedule, with eight total class slots and four to five periods per day. However, next […]
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A passionate player, coachable athlete, and friendly teammate, senior Captain Will Jacobs is an outstanding member of the boys varsity tennis team. With many years of experience, Jacobs avidly contributes to the team both athletically and socially. Jacobs became interested in playing tennis from a young age. His mother was an avid player herself, which […]
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Throughout her time on the KO News, senior Sophia Brunalli has been a passionate writer tackling complex topics in various articles. She has worked in both the news and investigative departments and has continuously showcased essential school details to the KO Community. Sophia joined the news as a sophomore and worked as an Associate News […]
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