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“A light to oneself, a light to the world”

Our Theme for the 2024-25 School Year

Each year, Oak Grove selects an annual theme based on the teachings of our founder, J. Krishnamurti, as a provocation for classroom inquiry, professional development for staff, weekly K Discussions, and as inspiration for events like the Annual Fundraising Tea. Our theme for the 2024-25 school year is “A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World.”

“One must be free to be completely a light to oneself. You understand? A light to oneself. And this light cannot be given by another, nor can you light it at the candle of another. If you light it at the candle of another it is just a candle, it can be blown out. But whereas if we could find out what it means to be a light to oneself then that very investigation of it is partly meditation.”

— J. Krishnamurti
Saanen, Switzerland 1976

Theme Week

Each Spring, Theme Week is an opportunity for us, as a community, to circle back to the theme and to, perhaps, deepen our exploration into the intent of the school and the teachings of Krishnamurti.

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J. Krishnamurti – Saanen 1976 – Public Talk 7

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Among the many intriguing articles in this month's edition, we appreciate the thoughtful feature written by Karen Lindell and published in Ojai Magazine.
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At Oak Grove School in Ojai, California, we often share moments of silence with our students, from preschool through 12th grade, as a whole community, in small groups, and individually.
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On August 28,1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his most famous speech, “I Have a Dream.”
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Solving problems is how children build competence 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.

Each challenge becomes an opportunity to refine our problem-solving abilities and strengthen our coping mechanisms, so that when difficulties arise, we can continue forward without being paralyzed by struggle. By normalizing everyday problems, we help children see that challenges are not detours from life’s path — they are the very ground upon which the path is forged. 

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Good vibes and warm water for this week's Middle a Good vibes and warm water for this week's Middle and High School Fall Camping trip. Welcome home Lizards! ☀️🦎🎉 ⛺️

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While visiting the World Expo in Japan this summer While visiting the World Expo in Japan this summer,  high school students had the opportunity to spend time in Nara Park with the Sika deer, who have coexisted with people for over 1,300 years and are considered divine messengers. 🇯🇵 🦌

Find the full article about our high school World Expo trip by clicking over to our blog (link in bio). 

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High School students created a set of community ag High School students created a set of community agreements after reflecting on the following questions:

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2) What will I contribute to the high school community?
3) What do I need from others to feel safe at school (emotionally, physically and mentally)?

Simplified into a word cloud helps visualize words/phrases that were shared more often while recognizing every voice as equally significant. Inquiring into and reflecting on these questions together is one step toward creating an atmosphere in the school where teachers are learners and students are seen and heard, as we begin a new school year together.

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