On Tuesday, Feb. 11, Head of School Tom Dillow, along with the Senior Leadership Team, presented the 2025 State of the School Address in Roberts Theater. The evening began with a reception at 5:30 p.m., followed by the start of the program at 6:15 p.m. This night was the fifth annual State of the School […]
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On Tuesday, Feb. 11, students taking Spanish 3 Honors visited downtown Hartford to view different murals. Spanish teacher Kathleen McLean first thought of this field trip when her class read “La Calaca Alegre” by Carrie Toth. The book takes place in a Mexican-American neighborhood with vibrant murals and galleries. Ms. McLean wanted her class to […]
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On Friday, Feb. 21, KO seniors gathered in the Leadership Center to celebrate the 100-day countdown to graduation. The Leadership Center was decorated for the special occasion: on the back stairs there was a giant golden “100” sign helping to mark the milestone, and at each table there were celebratory black and red decorations, along […]
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Are you on the right side of history? How do you explore both sides of the story? What does the truth entail? “Where will you stand when the flood comes?” The Tony-award winning musical, “Parade,” pushes audience members to ask these questions of themselves and reflect on not only their past, but the history of […]
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Over winter break this year, students at KO had the chance to relax, enjoy spending quality time with their friends and family, and catch up on some much-needed sleep. However, lots of our Wyverns had the opportunity to travel the world this break and explore places as far as Chile, Germany, and Aruba. Senior Daniela […]
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For the first time, KO has earned recognition from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association as a “Safe Sport School.” This is a major accomplishment that demonstrates KO’s commitment to providing its athletes with the resources and facilities necessary to maintain optimal health throughout the competitive sports seasons. The recognition is awarded in two categories: first […]
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On Friday, Jan. 10, the Kingswood Oxford varsity hockey team faced off against the Harvey School during Hockey Night. Family, friends, and teachers cheering the team on created a fun and supportive atmosphere. Hockey Night is an annual tradition that began in 2000 to honor former student Ryan Gordon ’05. While at Kingswood Oxford, Ryan […]
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On Tuesday, Jan. 21, KO’s very own Black Student Union hosted a Martin Luther King Jr. assembly, marking the first year that this annual event was student-led. This year, BSU leaders junior Riley Anderson and seniors Joella Asapokhai and Zaire Ramiz wanted to partner with the DEIB team in order to promote equality from within […]
Read MoreKO’s Mock Trial team has reason to celebrate as it advances in the wildcard pool following an intense and rewarding season. Despite a tough start, the team’s persistence and collaborative spirit paid off, securing a wildcard spot for the upcoming trials in February. This year’s competition involved an exciting and complex case centered around the […]
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On Thursday, Jan. 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., faculty in the Alumni Relations and College Counseling offices worked together to host a Young Alumni Luncheon for recent KO graduates. This event provided an opportunity for students from the classes of 2020 to 2024 to return to campus, where they saw the Community Commons […]
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