Writing KO's story since 1972
The ethical challenges of artificial intelligence (AI) are significant and multifaceted. One key concern is the potential for biased or misleading content generated by AI algorithms, which may perpetuate stereotypes, misinformation, or discrimination. Additionally, with the issue of AI-generated content, ownership and plagiarism arises, as AI systems can replicate existing articles without proper attribution. These […]
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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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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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Whether you are walking down the hallway in Seaverns or a member of the senior Symposium class, the beloved Warren Baird English Symposium has left its mark on each member of the KO community since it began in 1983. The program has since developed into an engaging class for interested seniors and has become an […]
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It’s widely known among Kingswood Oxford students that there is no school on the second Monday of October. Amid the debate of the observation of Columbus Day or Indengious Peoples Day, KO has instead decided to celebrate Nicholson Day. Many students, however, are unaware of the history of this day or its namesake, George Nicholson, […]
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At most independent schools across the country, teaching comes with the added responsibility of coaching one of the school’s various athletic teams. Throughout the years, this requirement has continued to be enforced to promote active participation from its faculty. This past year, however, the coaching requirement for full-time teachers at KO has undergone a significant […]
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As a private school that dates back to the early 1920s, Kingswood Oxford is full of unique traditions and fascinating history. Although these school traditions have evolved over the years and new traditions have been added, many of the unique traditions from the original Kingswood and Oxford schools are still practiced today at Kingswood Oxford. […]
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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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Anyone who has spent any amount of time at KO has likely eaten at the cafeteria at least once. Between optional paid breakfasts, lunch, and special events that require food, Sage Dining and its staff are in charge of all culinary experiences on campus. Staffed by members of Sage Dining, the group is responsible for […]
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Tracy K. Smith, in her final speech as U.S. Poet Laureate, discussed at length the commodification of learning and language in today’s world. One target of her critique: student surveys. “Rate your professor,” she sarcastically yet thoughtfully intoned: “Did she make the material relatable and easily digestible, or did you have to work to learn […]
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