Oak Hill Blog

September 6, 2023

Warrior club initiative

At Oak Hill Academy, we are excited to be starting our new club initiative this fall! This initiative is focused on furthering student interests by way of small-group meetings with mentorship from faculty and staff. Program Goals: Solidifying our club program 100% Student involvement Student engagement with adults We… Read More
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August 23, 2023

Introducing Oak Hill Academy’s new warrior wellness center

This year Oak Hill Academy created a physical space dedicated solely to our students’ wellness needs: the Warrior Wellness Center. Conveniently located within the heart of our academic building, this initiative reflects our unwavering commitment to nurturing the holistic wellness of our student community.Why did we do this?Well, as a… Read More
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August 11, 2023

Back to school theme at Oak Hill Academy

Pencils and notebooks are lining the front and center shelves of many stores, signaling our imminent return to school. As we stand on the cusp of the new academic year at Oak Hill Academy, we are thrilled to unveil our inspiring theme for 2023-2024: #Care. This theme seamlessly aligns with… Read More
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July 21, 2023

Dual enrollment courses offer double benefits

No doubt there are many facets of college preparedness, including social readiness, personal maturity, and emotional stability. But all would agree that academic preparation is a key to success at the university level. As a boarding school, Oak Hill Academy effectively prepares young people for what awaits them after high… Read More
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June 20, 2023

Alumni: The fruit of our work

Alumni are particularly important to us here at Oak Hill Academy. It’s easy to understand why when you consider that this coming school year will mark our 145th year. That’s a long time, with new students arriving and old students graduating each year since 1878. Our historic past led us… Read More
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May 18, 2023

Community in the Oak Hill classroom and beyond

It is no secret that here at Oak Hill Academy, we are incredibly proud of our talented and highly qualified faculty members. With advanced degrees in their fields of study and an enthusiastic commitment to education, our faculty take center stage when it comes to building… Read More
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May 12, 2023

Transformation: The core value we wait for

At Oak Hill Academy, our core values are community, moral courage, responsibility, and transformation. These concepts provide the framework for what we do, how we build, and where we go. Each depends on the others, and all are integral to our school’s mission. Transformation takes time and can’t be measured… Read More
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April 27, 2023

Warrior Wellness takes center stage

Here at Oak Hill Academy, we place great emphasis on the mental and physical wellness of our students. That’s why, for the second year in a row, we held a Health Awareness Week here on campus. While an integral part of our curriculum is to teach our students healthy habits… Read More
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April 15, 2023

Oak Hill creates dedicated gym space for female students

As a boarding school, our commitment to educating the whole student extends well beyond the classroom. Thanks to the great work of our Residential Life program, Oak Hill Academy creates an environment in which students can grow and flourish in all aspects of their lives, around… Read More
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April 4, 2023

Oak Hill parents on what sets our boarding school apart

At Oak Hill Academy, parents and families are an integral part of our tight-knit community. As educators, we understand that sending your child to boarding school is a momentous decision. In many ways, it is a leap of faith. So from the moment parents reach out to learn more about… Read More
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March 13, 2023

The road ahead: Students forge their paths with help of College Lab

As a college preparatory school, Oak Hill Academy continually strives to prepare students for the next step after high school. One of the ways we do this is through our College Lab—a dedicated space in the academic building where our college counselors provide guidance to students. Read More
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March 1, 2023

Step foot on The Hill: Take a personalized campus tour

Parents and students alike agree—there is nothing quite like visiting the Oak Hill Academy campus in person. While you can learn most everything you need to know about our school at a virtual open house, we highly encourage individual tours for the most vibrant picture of life at Oak Hill. Read More
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February 17, 2023

Soak up the summer sun at Oak Hill Academy

As winter draws to a close, we on The Hill are looking forward to warmer days ahead, and what better way to shake the frost than to make summer plans! Oak Hill Academy is pleased to announce that registration is open for Summer Session. As in years past, our summer… Read More
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January 27, 2023

Staying connected to Oak Hill alumni—the fruit of our work

When you step foot on The Hill and join our student body, you become part of the Oak Hill family. And that connection doesn’t end when you graduate—our Oak Hill alumni remain an important part of our community. A long history As we mark our 144th year, Oak Hill is… Read More
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January 13, 2023

Oak Hill introduces women’s speaker series for students

As a co-educational high school, Oak Hill Academy is home to young men and women who are experiencing some of the most fundamental growth and development of their lives. Adolescence is a formative time period, and as a small-by-design boarding school, Oak Hill is proud to… Read More
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December 21, 2022

Holidays on The Hill

Hot cocoa by the fireplace. Picking out the perfect tree and decorating it with your family. Watching your favorite Christmas movie. Every year, our annual traditions bring us comfort and joy during the holiday season. It’s no different here at Oak Hill Academy, where year after year, we celebrate the… Read More
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