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On the Threshold of Adulthood

The work of liberation calls us to listen deeply, learn continuously, & dismantle racism & the structures that perpetuate inequality and oppression.

Are We Bored Enough?

Blog, Head of School, Outdoor Education, Parent Education, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

Research continues to affirm that quiet, unstructured moments, even moments that feel boring, are not empty. They are essential.

Trust in Human Consciousness

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Is Oak Grove a bubble, removed from the “real world”? It’s an important question, and one worth looking at carefully.

This year, as we mark our 50th, we chose the theme The Art of Living and Learning. Krishnamurti said that true learning begins with direct observation of “what is,” free from judgment or distortion – a clear attention unclouded by fear, comparison, or the pressure to become.

Rooted in Dignity

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Written in the center of the display is the question, “How can I become a voice for kindness and fairness when someone is being treated unfairly?”

Reciprocity

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When done in balance with the quiet reciprocity of all beings, the ecosystem may move beyond survival; it may thrive.

Gratitude is Humbling

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Helping children to build the muscle of gratitude can also aid in a sense of humility – when we can see how interdependent we are on others for everything we have, everything we are, from the most basic level.

NYC Visit

Alum, Blog, Head of School, News

This month I traveled to New York City, meeting with alumni and longtime Oak Grove donors. Seeing how our alumni carry Oak Grove into the world, I am reminded of the deep roots our school has nurtured over fifty years.

Happy 50th Birthday, Oak Grove!

Alum, Blog, Events, Head of School, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

What began 50 years ago, with just a few children and teachers sitting cross-legged in the grass, has blossomed into a vibrant, thriving community.

VC Star Article: Supporting Children to Build the Struggle Muscle

Head of School, News

Solving 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.