Category: In the Middle

Being new to anything is a challenging experience. It is always going to take time to get used to an environment that is new to you and everyone adjusts at a different rate. This year, the KO community welcomed both new students and teachers. I asked three new Middle School Teachers, French teacher Sarah Phillips, […]

Music is a big part of KO, mainly because the music curriculum has a wide variety of options for students. Todd Millen, the performing arts department chair, helps run multiple bands for students to choose from, including the jazz band. The jazz band is special because it allows many students who play specific instruments to […]

The middle school boys ‘A’ soccer team had a successful 2022 season boasting a 4-1-1 record. In their challenging six-game schedule, this resilient group of boys fought hard in each game. They demonstrated great work ethic during each and every practice, while also enjoying themselves on the field. Highlights of the season included the highly […]

The Middle School’s field hockey team had a great season of growth and development this year. Not only did the team perform better than they had in the past, but they also had many new additions to the roster.  Head Middle School Field Hockey Coach, Meredith Crowther, reflected on the season. “As a coach, it’s […]

Matthew Wiggin, a new (subject) teacher, and Middle School advisor was given the chance to teach acting to middle schoolers. “I discovered my love for performing when I saw the ballet Giselle in NYC,” Mr. Wiggin said fondly.  The new elective, available to eighth-graders in the Middle School, took off immediately. Acting is the most […]

The Kingswood Oxford Middle School football team had a less-than-ideal season this year, competing in two games their entire season. The lack of games prevented this talented group of young men from showing their skills and competitiveness. Eighth-graders Colton Zahner and Nicholas Seymour, shared their disappointment with the lack of games played, however, they still […]

After two tough years battling the effects of COVID-19, the Middle School A baseball team has finally picked up where they left off, at the top of the league and dominating once again with a 4-3 record. The team has been fortunate enough to return to baseball after the two-year stretch with no spring sports. […]

This year’s middle school track and field team has taken a different focus. This spring season, instead of running and jumping hurdles, Head Coach Kelly Anstead decided to let the middle schoolers play games.  Over time this program has changed, according to Coach Anstead. “This wasn’t a decision on my part, it’s just the way […]