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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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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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September 8, 2022

Why Are Virtual Open Houses Important?

Parents and families know better than any of us that finding the right fit for boarding school is a labor of love. Each child has unique needs, and while visiting a school is the best way to get to know the environment, it isn’t always possible to tour every campus… Read More
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April 23, 2022

Parents’ Days on the Hill

It’s tradition at Oak Hill Academy to have Parents’ Days each spring. The purpose of Parents’ Days is to promote the Oak Hill community and celebrate each other. This year, Parents’ Days consisted of various events. On Thursday, students had the opportunity to explore a career fair to learn about… Read More
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March 30, 2022

Our teens aren’t perfect, but are they “troubled”?

Oak Hill Academy is a coeducational, boarding high school for students in grades 8-12, all of whom are going through their adolescent years. As such, we regularly receive the question: “Do you work with troubled teens?” The answer to this sensitive question depends on your definition of the phrase “troubled… Read More
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March 17, 2022

Emphasizing spiritual and mental wellness

To be well means taking care of yourself in all aspects: physically, mentally, emotionally, socially, and spiritually. At Oak Hill Academy, we are committed to the wellness of our students. This year’s theme of #WarriorWellness has helped us to integrate daily activities that promote not only… Read More
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February 3, 2022

Oak Hill welcomes new horsemanship teacher, Fran Jones

Oak Hill Academy has a proud equestrian tradition, and we know that the benefits of horseback riding are limitless. Equestrian programs build confidence, promote emotional and physical strength, and improve responsibility and empathy among children, adolescents, and adults alike. And as with our academic program, it… Read More
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January 21, 2022

2022 Greeting from Head of School, Dr. Groves

Again and again, Bob Seeger’s song “Like a Rock” echoed during the NCAA Basketball Tournament commercials. Again and again, “Like a Rock … as strong as I can be.” Chevy trucks may have purchased the rights, but eventually the 30 second ad earned the mute button from me! I get… Read More
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December 16, 2021

Study skills highlights

At Oak Hill Academy, our learning environment is built around one-on-one instruction in small classes. This structure helps students improve their focus during class time. We also know that studying is a learned skill, and so we provide extra support to help students build their study… Read More
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