Coming from Grand Rapids, Mich., Upper and Middle School Choir Director Thomas Griffith brings welcomed insight and passion for our choral program as he adjusts to life in the Nutmeg State. Mr. Griffith first discovered Kingswood Oxford in January. “[KO] was the first place that popped up on the Google search,” Mr. Griffith admitted. “Whenever […]
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Kingswood Oxford excitedly welcomes Technical Director Paul Merchant to the KO community! Mr. Merchant’s expertise and passion for stage craft and technology are already making strong impacts on students, and we cannot wait to see what else he brings to the school. Mr. Merchant has a rich technical background and abundant experience in construction, cooking, […]
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The KO community is welcoming many new Wyverns to campus this fall, including additions to faculty and staff. One addition is Upper School history teacher Alice Riley! Originally from New Hampshire, Ms. Riley graduated from Kenyon College with a B.A. in History and Art History. Previously, she worked at Greenwich Country Day School for two […]
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This fall, KO is excited to welcome a new addition to the English Department, Upper School teacher Kenneth Hincker, who is filling in for English teacher Michelle Caswell during her maternity leave. Mr. Hincker’s path to the classroom wasn’t a straight line, but rather one filled with curiosity, reflection, and a deep appreciation for the […]
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Throughout her time on the KO News, senior Abbie Schiff has grown from a curious writer into a confident editor and leader. Beginning as an Associate Editor for Opinions and Reviews and later stepping into the role of Managing Editor of Opinions and Reviews, Abbie brought creativity, clarity, and a thoughtful editorial voice to every […]
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Senior Alyssa Tousignant has been an Associate Editor for the Sports and News departments, leaving her mark on KO and the KO News staff. When reflecting on her favorite part of being on the KO News, she explained how she liked to feel involved and make new connections. “ I like reaching out to different people […]
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From Associate Editor to Head Editor of News, senior Curran Dee has steadily grown into a thoughtful, dedicated leader on the KO News staff. Since joining the paper his junior year, Curran has brought curiosity, clarity, and calm to every aspect of the news department, especially during tight deadlines and long production days. As Head […]
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From her first article to her last, senior Ella Wilson has left a lasting impact on the KO News. Bringing wisdom and curiosity since her sophomore year, Ella’s dedication to the craft has been nothing short of inspiring. Beginning as an Associate Features Editor to improve her writing skills, she would soon earn a spot […]
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Senior Francesca Lamattina has spent three incredibly influential years on the staff of the KO News. After taking journalism with English and journalism teacher Cathy Schieffelin the spring of her freshman year, she joined the staff as an Associate Arts Editor the following fall of her sophomore year. Since applying and receiving the position her […]
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Senior Max Huang has been a part of the KO News since his sophomore year, writing as an Associate Editor for Opinions and then becoming Head of Opinions after switching from Head of Reviews. Max has been a great member of the KO News, and we are so grateful for all he has done! Max […]
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