Writing KO's story since 1972
Since its merger in 1969, Kingswood Oxford has been a school that fosters the ideals of vibrant student life, stimulating academics, and competitive athletics. In both the Upper and Middle schools, these factors are considered of the utmost importance. The schools’ schedules set aside time to allow students to develop mentally, academically, and athletically. These […]
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Beginning their season on a high note with victories over Pomfret, Kent, and Hamden Hall, the girls varsity tennis team is poised to accomplish much throughout their season. The team opened their season with a strong match against Pomfret school on April 9, beating them 6-1. They continued their momentum into their match against Hamden […]
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In her third year on the girls varsity tennis team, junior Co-captain Stella Dodd has been an excellent role model, a reliable player, and a coachable athlete. Dodd is an active United States Tennis Association tournament player and has played tennis for a considerable time. Her favorite part about the game is the variety of […]
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The Warren Baird English Symposium at Kingswood Oxford is known for its wide selection of notable authors, poets, and playwrights. Each of the remarkable writers that offer KO words of wisdom and great perspectives leave their mark on the school. This year’s Symposium author, Tracy K. Smith, brought forth clarity and a beacon of hope […]
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On Friday, Feb. 28, KO’s Mock Trial team won their first round of the Civics First CT mock trial competition. The team has two separate groups representing both the plaintiff and defense sides of this year’s case. The plaintiff side won against Xavier High School by 12 points, and the defense beat Mark T. Sheehan […]
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Friday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 29, marked the original dates for the Choral Expo and the Wyvern A Cappella Festival (WIAF). However, on Wednesday, Jan. 19, creative arts Department Chair Todd Millen contacted the entire Kingswood Oxford community regarding the postponement of these events due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases throughout Connecticut. […]
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On Tuesday, Jan. 18, Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Donique McIntosh spoke to the Kingswood Oxford community during an assembly dedicated to Martin Luther King Jr. From topics ranging from microaggressions to hate crimes, she discussed the continued racism in this country and beyond. Dr. McIntosh began by sharing the total number of […]
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On Nov. 9, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the KO college counseiling office hosted a Virtual College Night for Form 5 families. Each year, College Counseling has hosted this event to relay important information regarding the college admissions process. Representatives from Emory University, Tulane University, Union College, and Worcester Polytechnic Institute came to this […]
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On Friday, Oct. 29 at 9:00 a.m., Upper School and Middle School students and faculty gathered near the Senior Green to celebrate the upcoming Halloween holiday with a Fall Festival. During the event, there were various treats to enjoy accompanied by Halloween music. The food served included donuts from Faddy’s and Donut Crazy, which were […]
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On Monday, Oct. 18, at 9:15 a.m., the Form 5 Parents hosted the Black and Red Breakfast in the Mead Dining Hall. This event was a simple time for the Form 5 class to eat breakfast with one another and to interact with peers, advisors, and parents. The Form 5 Parent Representatives organized the breakfast. […]
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