Category: Features

For the past three years, senior Keira Sullivan has brought her creativity, leadership, and commitment to the KO News staff!  Keira’s journey as a journalist began in the fall of her sophomore year when she took English Department Chair Catherine Schieffelin’s beloved journalism class. Keira then joined the staff as an Associate Features Editor, and […]

Are you among the millions of Americans who have fallen victim to phone scams? A recent report from TrueCaller has revealed that over 68 million Americans have lost money in 2022 solely to these fraudulent schemes, with one in three people being targeted at some point. And if you think getting scammed once is bad […]

Being comfortable in your own style and finding what makes you feel the most confident is essential. For freshman Leo Kollen, his fashion and style allow him to express himself while showing off many different styles and colors.  In regard to the different stores that Leo likes to shop at, he finds himself normally drawn […]

Starting in the fall semester of the 2023-24 school year, KO will be offering a new course titled “Introduction to Finance.” Taught by math teacher Sandi Goss, the class will include topics such as investing, economic theory, financial analysis, and so much more.  Over the past few years, Ms. Goss, along with students and administrators […]

As the 2022-2023 school year comes to a close, Kingswood Oxford bids farewell to French teacher Sarah Phillips. After completing her year-long French teaching internship at KO, Ms. Phillips reflected on the many lessons and memories she gained from her experience at KO and how they will serve her well in her future academic ventures. […]

Each May, the festivities of Cup Day, Senior Week, and Commencement remind the KO community that summer is on the horizon. After saying our farewells in June, KO students and teachers all embark on unique journeys during these cherished three months, whether it be traveling, building friendships, chasing adventure, playing sports, or reconnecting with nature. […]

Following his career at KO beginning in 1979, Richard Chiarappa, the music director of the string orchestras, is leaving KO and beginning a new chapter of his life in retirement, consisting of composing some new music and spending time with his family.  When he first came to KO, Mr. Chiarappa conducted the mixed orchestra along […]

When people hear the phrase “one percent,” they may think about being in the top 1% or the 1% of wealth. However, freshman Pratt Blair and sophomores Kaden Rodriguez and Will McClean see a different meaning behind the phrase.  Getting “one percent” better each day is the message that these three KO students are sending […]