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List of 20 news stories.
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Oakcrest names annual day of service after alumna and faculty member, Anna Diederich '17
Alumnae parent and faculty member, Mrs. Jennifer Kilmer (Christina '16, Michelle '18, Julie '19, Rosie '25) announced at the March 26 student-led assembly that the annual all-school service day will be permanently named the “Anna Diederich Day of Service” in honor of alumna and faculty member, Anna Diederich '17, who passed away in 2023.Read More -
Oakcrest basketball coach leads basketball program to success
After years of being involved in basketball at many levels, Arlington native Alex Eisenberg finally received the opportunity to be a high-school head coach this past season.Read More -
Science Olympiad at UMW Provides Winning Formula for STEM Students
Hundreds of young students from across the state descended on the University of Mary Washington campus last Saturday to test their skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) as part of a Virginia Science Olympiad (VASO) competition.Read More -
Local swimmers, one diver win Virginia’s private school championships
Read MoreCounting swimmers, a diver and a relay team, there were four champions from local schools at the recent private school state meet in Stafford. -
Oakcrest Announces 2025 National Merit Finalist
Read MoreOakcrest School is pleased to announce the recognition of senior Zosia C. ’25 as a Finalist in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Competition. -
Junior Class Raises $1,100 for Charity Partner, Chalco Girlstown in Mexico
Read MoreOakcrest students stepped up their game last Friday, raising over $1,000 for the school’s charity partner, Chalco Girlstown in Mexico. -
Oakcrest Teacher Institute: The Joy of Teaching
Read MoreLast summer, Oakcrest School launched its Teacher Institute, a professional development program for new and returning teachers. The two-week summer Institute was followed by additional training workshops throughout the academic year, providing ongoing formation for Oakcrest faculty. -
Oakcrest Hosts Montrose School for Respect Life Conference
Read MoreOn January 25, the day after the March for Life, the Oakcrest Respect Life Club hosted a pro-life conference with Montrose School, our sister school in Boston, Massachusetts. The workshop was a culminating event which helped all of the students consider and reflect on ways that they could build a “culture of life”. -
Oakcrest students selected for District XII Honors Orchestra, Chorus and Band
Read MoreAfter highly competitive auditions over the past months, four Oakcrest students were selected to participate in District XII Honors Orchestra, Honors Chorus and Band. -
Roll Over, Beethoven: This Catholic Girls School is Shaking Up Radio Station’s Classics Countdown
Each year the classical radio station in Washington, D.C. WETA (90.9) hosts the annual Classical Countdown. Listeners vote on their top three favorite classical pieces and then the top 100 pieces are played the week of Thanksgiving.Read More -
In the Footsteps of Dante
For the first time in school history, a dozen Oakcrest students, led by History teacher Mrs. Aimee Maturi and Middle School Director and Latin teacher Ms. Laurie Duncan, will embark “In the Footsteps of Dante” through Rome and Florence.Read More -
Junior Ring Ceremony for the Class of 2026
The junior ring ceremony is a longstanding Oakcrest tradition, bringing the class together to reflect on the Oakcrest experience and step into the role of upperclassmen leaders within the school. The Class of 2026 was recognized in their Junior Ring Ceremony on October 23.Read More -
Upper School Theatre Production of "Beauty and the Beast"
“Be Our Guest” at the upcoming Upper School Production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. With an incredible cast and crew of more than 50 students supported by our wonderful faculty, this show is sure to be one to remember.Read More -
Oakcrest Launches Teacher Institute for Faculty Formation
The Oakcrest Teacher Institute was launched in August 2024 to provide new and returning faculty with the training and tools necessary for a successful school year. The Teacher Institute hopes to offer a cohesive picture of an Oakcrest education from the perspective of the educators.Read More -
Oakcrest School announces charity partnership with Sisters of Mary World Villages for Children at Chalco Girlstown Mexico
Oakcrest School is pleased to announce the school charity for the 2024-2025 School Year, Chalco Girlstown in Mexico.Read More -
Tickets SOLD OUT for Disney's "Beauty and the Beast"
Oakcrest School is pleased to announce that the ticket sales have opened for the Upper School Production of Beauty and the Beast.Read More -
Oakcrest announces National Merit Semifinalist and Commended Scholars
Oakcrest School is pleased to announce the recognition of four students in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.Read More -
Oakcrest School announces "Beauty and the Beast" Cast
Oakcrest School is pleased to announce its Upper School Theatre production of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.Read More -
Oakcrest School Graduates the Class of 2024
Read MoreWith great joy, Oakcrest School announces the graduation of the 38 members of the Class of 2024. In a beautiful commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 8, the number of Oakcrest alumnae rose to 1,051 since the school’s founding in 1976 in Washington, D.C. -
Lead Days prepare seniors for life beyond Oakcrest
After the completion of the high school years, uniforms are tucked away and life after Oakcrest begins. Now what?Read More
Lead Days, a two-day series of workshops for seniors, seek to prepare students for the future with practical tips and advice for all areas of life.
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Oakcrest names annual day of service after alumna and faculty member, Anna Diederich '17
Alumnae parent and faculty member, Mrs. Jennifer Kilmer (Christina '16, Michelle '18, Julie '19, Rosie '25) announced at the March 26 student-led assembly that the annual all-school service day will be permanently named the “Anna Diederich Day of Service” in honor of alumna and faculty member, Anna Diederich '17, who passed away in 2023. -
Oakcrest basketball coach leads basketball program to success
After years of being involved in basketball at many levels, Arlington native Alex Eisenberg finally received the opportunity to be a high-school head coach this past season. -
Science Olympiad at UMW Provides Winning Formula for STEM Students
Hundreds of young students from across the state descended on the University of Mary Washington campus last Saturday to test their skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) as part of a Virginia Science Olympiad (VASO) competition. -
Local swimmers, one diver win Virginia’s private school championships
Counting swimmers, a diver and a relay team, there were four champions from local schools at the recent private school state meet in Stafford. -
Oakcrest Announces 2025 National Merit Finalist
Oakcrest School is pleased to announce the recognition of senior Zosia C. ’25 as a Finalist in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Competition. -
Junior Class Raises $1,100 for Charity Partner, Chalco Girlstown in Mexico
Oakcrest students stepped up their game last Friday, raising over $1,000 for the school’s charity partner, Chalco Girlstown in Mexico. -
Oakcrest Teacher Institute: The Joy of Teaching
Last summer, Oakcrest School launched its Teacher Institute, a professional development program for new and returning teachers. The two-week summer Institute was followed by additional training workshops throughout the academic year, providing ongoing formation for Oakcrest faculty. -
Oakcrest Hosts Montrose School for Respect Life Conference
On January 25, the day after the March for Life, the Oakcrest Respect Life Club hosted a pro-life conference with Montrose School, our sister school in Boston, Massachusetts. The workshop was a culminating event which helped all of the students consider and reflect on ways that they could build a “culture of life”. -
Oakcrest students selected for District XII Honors Orchestra, Chorus and Band
After highly competitive auditions over the past months, four Oakcrest students were selected to participate in District XII Honors Orchestra, Honors Chorus and Band.
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