Oak Hill Blog

July 28, 2021

Back to school checklist: Boarding school edition

It’s that time of the year! Pencils, backpacks, calculators, oh my… For many students, this year will be their first year at a boarding school. Supplies will vary depending on the school. However, the most common and recommended supplies include but are not limited to: PencilsBall point pensErasersHighlightersIndex cardsSticky notes… Read More
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July 23, 2021

Faculty Feature Friday: Martha Dacons

There is no universal way of learning; we all have our own unique ways of absorbing information. Growing up, it’s important to nurture our children’s different learning styles to promote confidence in the classroom. Learning specialists like Mrs. Martha Dacons help our students reach their full potential. Mrs. Dacons… Read More
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July 21, 2021

What’s boarding school like in the U.S.?

What comes to mind when you hear “boarding school”? For some, it’s representative of what’s watched on television. Halls filled with drama. Teenagers from elite families who are constantly in trouble. While this may be entertaining to watch (looking at you, Gossip Girl), it isn’t accurate. Not for most boarding… Read More
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July 21, 2021

How to prepare for studying in the U.S.

Studying in the U.S. Studying in the U.S. allows students the opportunity to develop their professional and academic skills while experiencing different world views and establishing international connections. There are many advantages to studying abroad when receiving a higher education; these same advantages apply when going to boarding school. Read More
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July 16, 2021

Faculty Feature Friday: Aaron Butt

Maintaining a community-driven boarding school requires a Director of Student Affairs who understands students’ needs. That’s why we are blessed to have Mr. Aaron Butt. Mr. Butt grew up near Charlottesville, Virginia, and received a B.A. in English from the University of Virginia. He taught English at Fork Union Military… Read More
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July 14, 2021

How boarding school is the “invisible bridge” to college

When you think of boarding school, what do you picture? For some people, they think of the stereotypes perpetuated by popular culture: restrictive, cold environments that only focus on studying and discipline. For Oak Hill Academy and many other boarding schools, this couldn’t be further from the truth. During our… Read More
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July 9, 2021

Faculty Feature Friday: Rhonda Bowen

Introducing the wonderful Mrs. Rhonda Bowen! Rhonda Bowen is the Director of Financial Affairs at Oak Hill Academy. Her qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and a Bachelor of Arts in English Education from Emory & Henry College. Early OHA days. Mrs. Bowen started her journey at… Read More
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July 7, 2021

OHA partners with Jed Foundation to support student emotional health

By all accounts, teens and young adults today are experiencing increasing mental health challenges.  Rates of anxiety and depression are growing, and the pandemic has only exacerbated these trends. Sadly, suicide is the second leading cause of death in this age group.  Virtually all teens are dealing with… Read More
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July 2, 2021

Faculty Feature Friday: Ronni Wood

Ms. Ronni Wood engages students by making learning fun! As an English teacher at Oak Hill Academy. her accreditations include a Bachelor of Arts in English from Concord University and a Master of Arts in Liberal Studies from East Tennessee State University. Ms. Wood started her journey at Oak Hill… Read More
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June 25, 2021

OHA art teacher showcases thesis exhibit

Mr. Dennis Wymer has been teaching art at Oak Hill Academy for 5 years, inspiring students to trust their creative instincts and develop their own artistic voice. Recently, Mr. Wymer has earned his Master’s of Fine Arts in painting at the Savannah College of Art and… Read More
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