A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World
Our theme for the 2024/25 school year
Each year we choose a school theme as a way to frame our ongoing inquiry into the intent of the school as articulated by our founder, J Krishnamurti. The following is a short video based on this year’s theme, “A Light to Oneself, A Light to the World,” produced for our Annual Fundraising Tea.
Recent Blog Posts:

Garden Dispatch: Connection to the Earth
Blog, Garden, NewsAs winter whispers in, we’re reflecting on a vibrant season in our school garden—a space that’s blooming with creativity, learning, and connection to the earth.

Reciprocity
Blog, Head of School, NewsWhen done in balance with the quiet reciprocity of all beings, the ecosystem may move beyond survival; it may thrive.

Student Newspaper, Winter 2025 Edition
News, Student PerspectiveEnjoy student articles, essays, and opinion pieces on policy, local surf spots, the environment, freedom of expression, sports, a teacher interview, and more. Find poetry and artwork from all grade levels and enjoy student riddles and games for our younger audience!

High School Winter Showcase 2025
Arts, Blog, Events, High School, HS Showcase, News, Student PerspectiveFeaturing creative work from high school elective classes, including studio art, ceramics, woodworking, photography, dance, and music.

Annual Fundraising Tea
Alum, Blog, Events, GivingThank you to all parents, volunteers, students, teachers, staff, board members, and alumni for coming together to make our Annual Fundraising Tea a success.

The Art of Living & Learning
Head of School, NewsThis 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.

Gratitude is Humbling
Blog, Head of School, NewsHelping 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.

High School Info Night 12-2-25
Blog, Events, High School, News, Parent EducationJoin us on Tuesday, December 2nd for an adult-only rotation through classes to meet our faculty, learn about the curriculum, and Discover Oak Grove High School.

Why We Give
Blog, Giving, Parent PerspectiveIn today’s fast-paced, screen-filled world, Oak Grove stands out as a breath of fresh air: a low-tech space focused on outdoor learning, mindfulness, and real connections.
