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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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As a three-year varsity player, junior guard Co-captain Aashni Patel plays a key role on the girls varsity basketball team. As a leader of the team, an aggressive player, and an overall team-oriented athlete, Patel’s dedication has been noticed by her coaches and teammates. Patel grew up watching basketball, and through those viewings, she developed […]
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With the winter sports season coming to a close, the girls’ varsity basketball team worked to end their season on a high note. The team spent time refining their skills for their last games of the season and building team chemistry. With a lack of seniors, the team has considered this season only ‘part one’ […]
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Since its conception in 1983, the Warren Baird Symposium program, which invites authors, poets, and playwrights to campus, has been regarded as one of the highlight of the KO experience, and this year’s author, novelist Tayari Jones, left an indelible mark on the community with her humorous and refreshing perspective. On Friday, Jan. 6, Ms. […]
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The girls varsity basketball team continues their strong season by facing up against tough opponents and pushing themselves to succeed. With a current record of 6-4, the team celebrates their successes and emphasizes the aspects of their game on which they need to improve. Recently, the girls played against Miss Porters on Wednesday, Jan. 18, […]
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The award-winning performing arts programs at Kingswood Oxford make it extremely attractive to prospective students. Whether you are a singer, musician, dancer, actor, or actress, KO has a program for anyone interested in the performing arts. However, the performing arts programs at KO did not just appear overnight. Rather, each of these programs has a […]
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