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The Pines Cleanup Service WeekendMarch 11, 2026 - 5:44 pm
OGS 50th Featured in Ojai Magazine ArticleMarch 10, 2026 - 6:32 pm
50th Anniversary Weekend RSVPMarch 6, 2026 - 5:24 am
India Night 2026February 27, 2026 - 2:49 pm
Day of Reading Puts the FUN in Fundraising!February 20, 2026 - 12:16 am
Last weekend, a group of our high school and 8th grade students backpacked up Horn Canyon to The Pines campground on Friday evening and spent time continuing to restore the campground—pulling weeds, cutting back brush, leveling tent areas, and helping with general camp maintenance.
On Saturday afternoon, a group hiked up to the ridge and towards Chief’s Peak, enjoying incredible views of the Ojai Valley, and all the way out to the Channel Islands.
We headed back to town on Sunday morning with tired bodies, but energized souls.
It was a rewarding experience, a great adventure, and a lot of fun. We’re grateful for the students’ hard work and adventurous spirit, and we look forward to more opportunities for trips like this in the future.
Thanks to everyone who participated and supported!
#communityservice #backpacking #lospadresnationalforest #friendship #nature #theartoflivingandlearning #oakgroveschoolojai
"More than 50 years ago, in the spring of 1975, Fred Hall, then editor of the Ojai Valley News, asked philosopher Jiddu Krishnamurti a simple but pointed question: In a valley already full of public and private schools, why start another one?"
We are so grateful to Ojai Magazine for featuring our 50th Anniversary in this compelling article written by Kerstin Kuhn. Enjoy the full article by picking up your very own copy or enjoy the full article online here by visiting the Lizard Blog (linktree in bio).
@ojaivalleynews @ojaifoodwriter #50yearsofoakgrove #theartoflivingandlearning #jkrishnamurti #education #ojaischools #ojaicalifornia
Oak Grove School warmly invites you to RSVP and join us for an unforgettable weekend dedicated to connection, reflection, and celebration, honoring all those who have played a vital role in shaping our vibrant community over the years. The 50th Anniversary Weekend of May 16-17 includes special events on campus and a farm dinner Saturday evening with a family-style meal, music, speakers, dancing, and connection. For those coming from out of town, be sure to check out the special rates from nearby accommodations. 🎉🦎🎶❤️
Details & RSVP @ oakgroveschool.org/50 (linktree in bio)
#50yearsofoakgrove #celebration #community #alumni #theartoflivingandlearning
#oakgroveschoolojai #grateful
Spring snacks ☀️ 🌱
#gardenclass #foraging #minerslettuce #snapdragonflowers #sourgrass #yum #theartoflivingandlearning #healthyliving #nature
2 days ago
First Day of School 2025
Blog, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student PerspectiveFrom joyful skips to heartfelt hugs, and high-fives flying everywhere, it was wonderful to see the community together again. This year is extra special as we celebrate Oak Grove’s 50th anniversary — a milestone that makes today’s beginning even brighter.
Why We Give
Blog, Giving, Parent PerspectiveOur time here is limited, but perhaps if we can help the school to thrive in our own way, then we can trust that our small gifts will be amplified through the larger efforts of the community.
VC Star Article: Supporting Children to Build the Struggle Muscle
Head of School, NewsSolving problems is how children build competence – both in the classroom and in life. The aim of a healthy life is not to eliminate hardship but to develop the skills and inner resources to meet it.
High School Visits World Expo in Japan
Blog, High School, News, Student PerspectiveThe High School World Expo trip to Japan created memories and insights that will continue to shape students’ lives for years to come.
Alumni Profile: Maia Friedman ’05
Alum, BlogFor Maia, Oak Grove offered a dramatic shift: a smaller, creative, and deeply supportive environment where individuality was not only accepted, but celebrated.
Inner Inspirations
Blog, Early Childhood, Outdoor Education, Parent EducationChildren learn continuously, drinking in the world through their senses, then work to make sense of their experiences.
Alumni Gathering, Spring 2025
Alum, Blog, Events, NewsThank you to all our former students, staff, and friends of Oak Grove who joined us at our 2025 Alumni Gathering on campus.
High School Graduation 2025
Alum, Blog, News, Parent Perspective, Staff & Faculty, Student PerspectiveFamilies, staff, alumni, and friends gathered to commemorate the class of 2025. Enjoy video of the commencement ceremony and photos from the day.
Student Newspaper, Spring 2025 Edition
News, Student PerspectiveOur student newspaper includes student articles, essays, and opinion pieces, including submissions on local government, the environment, local theater, sports, science, and more. Find poetry and artwork from across all grade levels and enjoy student riddles and games!
An Oasis?
Head of School, NewsCertainly, this is a place where the children are seen and known, a place where adults and children ask meaningful questions together and individually without the limits of an answer. But is this an oasis?