The Happy Kid Project

Audio postcards from Oak Knoll's Lower School as our youngest learners celebrate Computer Science Education Week. Gain an audio glimpse into our PK-6 classrooms as students delve into the world of coding, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

Oak Knoll's Writing Center provides a unique opportunity for middle and high school students to take on leadership roles while supporting their peers. Hear how the Writing Center increases student confidence, leadership skills, and academic excellence in a safe and supportive space.

Hear how Oak Knoll instills a sense of service in students, connecting their own experiences and the needs of the wider world. We sit down with Michele Van Kalsbeck, Oak Knoll's Director of Campus Ministry and Theology Teacher, about our annual day of service. During this episode, she talks about using this day as an essential jumping-off point to remind students that being in service is a mindset...

From Peer to Leader: We talk with Oak Knoll senior Laura R. '23, Peer Leader Head Coordinator, about how the program promotes social and emotional health and leadership skills in students.

Oak Knoll invites members of the community to join us on campus for the 29th Annual Royal Boutique on November 3-5, 2022. More than 35 vendors from around the country participate, including homegoods, jewelry, holiday decor and gifts, and more.

Oak Knoll welcomed Richard Uniacke, President of Bridges Outreach , to talk about how students can get involved in the fight to end homelessness, stand out and give back in a meaningful way, and support the organization's overall mission by participating in the upcoming Streets 2 Homes 5K event .

We chat with rising senior Zahra Jones '23 ahead of the 2022-23 school year about the many ways students can get involved at Oak Knoll.

A special Mental Health Awareness Month episode featuring a recent presentation on student-athletes and the pressures associated with competing in competitive sports. Featuring: Dr. Kelly Childs, Oak Knoll School Athletic Director; Dr. Melissa Maskery, Oak Knoll's Athletic Trainer; Christine Mahoney, Oak Knoll's Upper School Counselor; and Dr. Ashley M. Zultanky, a Certified School Psychologist an...

Melissa Miller, Oak Knoll's Director of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Justice sits down with Desiree Mitchell '23, Oak Knoll junior and leader of the Black Scholars Club, discussing the importance of February's Black History Month and celebrating Black history all year-round.

Regina Cherill, Oak Knoll's Lower School Science Teacher for grades 4-6, talks about the importance of weaving social and emotional learning into the science and math curriculum.

After unveiling the school's new confidence-building signature program, EmpowHER, this fall, we caught up with Upper School Division Head Kathryn McGroarty to discuss the confidence gap in middle school girls and how Oak Knoll is empowering students.

In Part II of Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child's "Parenting During the Pandemic" series, Dr. Jennifer Butler-Sweeney, Upper School psychologist, discusses tactics parents can use to address the social and emotional impact of COVID-19 on middle and high school students.

This special bonus episode of the Academically Speaking podcast brings together several Oak Knoll School alumnae who are celebrating milestones during this year's virtual Reunion, taking place on April 24-25, 2021 . Listen to these special alumnae as they relive, remember and reconnect on shared memories from Oak Knoll. Note: This episode was recorded following social distancing rules via Zoom. Pl...

This special four-part parenting podcast will cover all your burning questions about how to best protect and support your child's mental health, their social life and development, and the ins-and outs of virtual learning during the pandemic. Part I features Melissa Nelson, Oak Knoll's Lower School Guidance Counselor, who talks about the pandemic's impact on the mental health of our youngest learne...

Oak Knoll senior Lizzie Athaide '21 talks remote and in-person learning during COVID-19, her plans post-graduation and how she has navigated leading the school as student body president during these uncertain times.

We talk with Kelly Dun, Oak Knoll's Director of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid, to discuss the process of applying for financial aid, misconceptions about the process and how to get started. Learn more about financial aid process at Oak Knoll .

Community service is at the heart of Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child's mission. In Episode 6, we sit down with Michele Van Kalsbeck, Upper School Theology teacher and Campus Ministry member, as she describes the changing ways Oak Knoll continues to prioritize service during the pandemic.

Upper School Division Head Kathryn McGroarty joined Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we sit down with McGroarty as she discusses the benefits of the all-girls' Upper School environment and the pandemic's impact on teaching, academics and the future of education.

When schools returned to session in September 2020, many opened remotely, some used a hybrid model and, if they were lucky, the school opened for on-campus instruction. During this special BONUS EPISODE of the Academically Speaking podcast, we talk with Kelly Dun, Oak Knoll's new Director of Enrollment Management and Financial Aid, about how the admissions team is bringing the campus to life for p...

We are joined by Oak Knoll Athletic Director Dr. Kelly Childs as she discusses navigating athletics during a pandemic and prepares for athletes to return to the playing field this fall.

We sit down with Oak Knoll's new Lower School Guidance Counselor Melissa Nelson on re-entry anxiety in children as they return to campus this fall under COVID-19 restrictions.

Oak Knoll School administrators sit down to answer parent-submitted questions regarding the school's fall 2020 reopening plan.