Oak Grove Inquirer, Spring 2024

Flip through the thirteenth edition of The Oak Grove Inquirer.

Student articles, essays, and opinion pieces include submissions on food production, our environment, local restaurants, school sports, rocket launches, and more. Find poetry and art from across all grade levels and enjoy student riddles and games!

Recent Blog Posts:

Day of Reading Votes Raptor Center

Blog, Events, Giving, News, Student Perspective

Ahead of this year’s Day of Reading launch, Oak Grove students voted to support the local non-profit Ojai Raptor Center.

Parent Ed: Data to Dialogue

Blog, Events, News, Parent Education

A Parent Ed tech-talk to shine a light on youth mental health and discuss ways to support families and children in our modern tech culture.

MLK Day 2026

Blog, Events, News

Oak Grove’s Martin Luther King, Jr. all-school assembly, Lizard Group activities, and celebration in downtown Ojai provided thoughtful moments for our community to reflect on the values Dr. King championed: unity, progress, and shared responsibility.

As Our Circle GrowsApril 28, 2026 - 2:07 pm
Trust in Human ConsciousnessApril 28, 2026 - 1:08 pm
Difficult ConversationsApril 26, 2026 - 10:30 pm
The Art of Living & LearningApril 19, 2026 - 5:08 pm
A Visit Through Fresh EyesMarch 26, 2026 - 5:39 pm

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This weekend Oak Grove School
welcomes the KFA Annual May Gathering. We hope to see you on campus for one of the many offerings.

Learn more: https://www.kfa.org/may-gathering-2026/
#theartoflivingandlearning #oakgroveschoolojai
#krishnamurtifoundationamerica #educationandthesignificanceoflife

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This weekend Oak Grove School
welcomes the KFA Annual May Gathering. We hope to see you on campus for one of the many offerings.

Learn more: https://www.kfa.org/may-gathering-2026/
#theartoflivingandlearning #oakgroveschoolojai
#krishnamurtifoundationamerica #educationandthesignificanceoflife

🌿 Nature is the best teacher! Our High School East–West Psychology class recently had the privilege of immersing themselves in the lush beauty of Taft Gardens, Ojai’s 264-acre hidden gem.

In this wildlife sanctuary, students explored Ecopsychology: the study of how our minds and the natural world are deeply related. Research suggests that just two hours a week in nature significantly boosts well-being, and our students put that to the test! 🌎

To explore ancient Eastern philosophies of interconnectedness, beauty, and harmony, the class conducted a sensory awareness exercise. By pausing to notice the sights, sounds, smells, and textures around them, students observed the immediate shift in their own inner states. 🌱

Here are a few reflections from the exercise:

💬 "To me, nature is medicine. Just like how some people go to a temple during hard times, or even on regular days. Nature reminds us of what’s true and reconnects us to our purpose."

💬 "I feel connected to the place because of the serene energy it exudes."

💬 "When we crossed over the little river, I instantly became aware of my surroundings, it almost felt magnetic."

By learning to notice the small details around us, we are invited to notice the subtle movements within.

📷 Select photos by 9th grade student Novella

#EastWestPsychology #Ojai #EcoPsychology #OutdoorLearning #MentalHealth #StudentLife

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🌿 Nature is the best teacher! Our High School East–West Psychology class recently had the privilege of immersing themselves in the lush beauty of Taft Gardens, Ojai’s 264-acre hidden gem.

In this wildlife sanctuary, students explored Ecopsychology: the study of how our minds and the natural world are deeply related. Research suggests that just two hours a week in nature significantly boosts well-being, and our students put that to the test! 🌎

To explore ancient Eastern philosophies of interconnectedness, beauty, and harmony, the class conducted a sensory awareness exercise. By pausing to notice the sights, sounds, smells, and textures around them, students observed the immediate shift in their own inner states. 🌱

Here are a few reflections from the exercise:

💬 "To me, nature is medicine. Just like how some people go to a temple during hard times, or even on regular days. Nature reminds us of what’s true and reconnects us to our purpose."

💬 "I feel connected to the place because of the serene energy it exudes."

💬 "When we crossed over the little river, I instantly became aware of my surroundings, it almost felt magnetic."

By learning to notice the small details around us, we are invited to notice the subtle movements within.

📷 Select photos by 9th grade student Novella

#EastWestPsychology #Ojai #EcoPsychology #OutdoorLearning #MentalHealth #StudentLife

Registration is open for our 2026 Summer Camps. Check out the exciting variety of offerings for ages 3-18! ☀️🎉 (linktree in bio)
oakgroveschool.org/programs/SUMMER
#ojaisummercamp #oakgroveschoolojai #prekthru12 #fun #learning #creativity #friends

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Registration is open for our 2026 Summer Camps. Check out the exciting variety of offerings for ages 3-18! ☀️🎉 (linktree in bio)
oakgroveschool.org/programs/SUMMER
#ojaisummercamp #oakgroveschoolojai #prekthru12 #fun #learning #creativity #friends

Thanks to Vitalant all who were able to come out Saturday and give blood in honor of Ruby Doss `15 and her one-year anniversary of needing five blood transfusions to save her life during childbirth. What a way to give back @rubydossequine !

Find a blood drive near you @vitalantca

#everydropcounts #blooddrives #gratitude #oakgrovealumni

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