Staff & Faculty Archives

First Day of School 1975

Alum, Krishnamurti, News, Staff & Faculty

David Moody reflects on first day of Oak Grove School, September 15, 1975 at 8:30, on the upper portion of the back lawn at Arya Vihara, in the east end of the Ojai Valley.

Annual Report 2024-25

Alum, Blog, News, Parent Perspective, Staff & Faculty

More than just the financial numbers, our Annual Report is a magazine-style publication filled with stories, letters, news, and donor gratitude.

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.

First Day of School 2025

Blog, Events, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

From 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.

High School Graduation 2025

Alum, Blog, News, Parent Perspective, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

Families, staff, alumni, and friends gathered to commemorate the class of 2025. Enjoy video of the commencement ceremony and photos from the day.

Why Oak Grove School? Panel Discussion

Blog, Events, High School, Krishnamurti, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

This year’s 2025 KFA May Gathering panel discussion about Oak Grove School featured a Q&A session with attendees and virtual viewers.

Oak Grove Inquirer, Winter Edition!

Blog, News, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

Student articles, essays, and opinion pieces include 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!

A Run for Mayor

Alum, Blog, High School, News, Staff & Faculty

Oak Grove’s current High School Social Studies teacher Andy Gilman, a long-standing community leader in Ojai, has won his candidacy for mayor of Ojai!

Video: A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World

Blog, Krishnamurti, News, Outdoor Education, Parent Education, Staff & Faculty, Student Perspective

Each year, a guiding theme for the year is chosen. This theme provides opportunities, throughout the year, for our entire school community to reflect on a specific topic of discussion.

Age & Stage Meetings

Blog, News, Parent Education, Staff & Faculty

Ali Danch, our Director of Pastoral Care, School Counselor, and Parent Education Coordinator, talks about our recent and upcoming Age & Stage meetings.