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January 5, 2026

How Oak Hill Academy Supports Students Every Step of the Way

Returning to boarding school after winter break isn’t just about unpacking bags and finding your class schedule again. It’s a transition, one that Oak Hill Academy approaches with intention, structure, and care. After time away from campus, students are stepping back into a full school schedule,… Read More
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January 17, 2024

How Do Parents Feel About Oak Hill Academy?

Unlike a public school or larger private school environment, Oak Hill Academy is small enough to offer your student personalized attention meant to support their specific learning needs. The average public school class size in Virginia and North Carolina is 21 students, while at Oak Hill Academy our average… 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… 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… Read More
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April 16, 2021

Principal names new Student of Distinction

Semaj E. ’21 OHA Principal Todd Giszack announced today that Semaj E. has been named a “Student of Distinction.” Semaj is a senior from Lanham, Maryland. Mr. Giszack cited the following recommendations from the staff. Semaj is a good natured, hard-working team player. He earns good grades, follows the rules,… Read More
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April 7, 2021

Oak Hill Community comes together to “Race for a Cause”

  On Saturday, April 3, the Oak Hill community participated in a “Race for a Cause” to prevent child abuse. The race involved students, faculty, and OHA families.   About the race The race was organized with help from Mrs. Martha Dacons, Oak Hill’s… Read More
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April 5, 2021

OHA Principal names new Student of Distinction!

Arthurline M. ’22 OHA Principal Todd Giszack recently announced that Arthurline M. is our newest “Student of Distinction.” Some of the comments attached to her multiple recommendations included the following: Arthurline is a hardworking, pleasant, and likable young lady.  She is always helping others in the classroom and the dorm. Read More
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March 24, 2021

March 2021 update from student affairs

OHA’s Director of Student Affairs welcomes spring and offers words of encouragement for the final push. River runners Spring officially arrived this past weekend, and we are finally seeing its signs here on “The Hill.” The daffodils are blooming, the weeping willows are greening, and the forsythias are budding yellow. Read More
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March 23, 2021

Oak Hill Academy now enrolling for Summer Session 2021

Oak Hill Academy is now enrolling for the summer 2021 session, which begins Sunday, June 27, and ends Saturday, July 24. New students submit an enrollment application. Current students do not submit a new application; instead, complete a course selection sheet. Why summer session?… Read More
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