Boarding School Archives - Oak Hill Academy

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February 2, 2026

Inside Oak Hill Academy Girls Basketball: Developing Elite Student-Athletes

For decades, athletes have come to Oak Hill Academy for one reason: clarity. Life on The Hill is intentionally simple, free from distraction and built around purpose. Days are structured, priorities are clear, and student-athletes are given the space to train, compete, and grow both on the court and… Read More

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December 17, 2025

NeXT’s Game of the Week Pits Oak Hill Against Faith Family in Classic Clash of Offense Against Defense

Two of the EYBL Scholastic League’s best teams will face off at the National High School Hoops Festival in Hyattsville, Md., when No. 18 Oak Hill Academy takes on Faith Family Academy on Saturday, Dec. 13. The game will tip off at 2:20 p.m. EST. Read More

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December 17, 2025

Oak Hill Academy Announces the Return of Its Elite Girls Basketball Program for the 2026–2027 School Year

Oak Hill Academy is thrilled to announce the relaunch of its elite Girls Basketball Program for the 2026–2027 school year, marking the return of a powerhouse tradition and ushering in a bold new era of opportunity, development, and national-level competition. A Legacy of Excellence Returns Oak… Read More

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November 15, 2025

Supporting Mental Health at Boarding Schools: Oak Hill Academy’s Holistic Approach

At Oak Hill Academy, we understand that the high school years are a time of tremendous growth—intellectually, emotionally, and personally. For students living away from home, those years also bring unique challenges: learning independence, managing responsibilities, and discovering who they are While Oak Hill is not… Read More

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November 1, 2025

How Oak Hill Academy Prepares Students for Standardized Tests

At Oak Hill Academy, college readiness means empowering students with the tools, mindset, and habits needed for long-term success. Through a combination of academic excellence, a rigorous college prep curriculum, and comprehensive test preparation, Oak Hill helps students approach standardized exams—like the SAT, ACT, and AP tests—with… Read More

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October 15, 2025

The Blue Ridge Advantage: How Oak Hill Academy Turns Nature Into a Pathway for Student Success

At Oak Hill Academy, the Blue Ridge Mountains are more than a scenic backdrop—they are central to the student experience. Surrounded by rivers, forests, diverse wildlife, and extraordinary geological landscapes, our boarding school offers perhaps the best outdoor classroom in education. For high school students… Read More

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October 1, 2025

A Fall Day in the Blue Ridge: Student Life at Oak Hill Academy

Oak Hill Academy is in a beautiful location in the picturesque Blue Ridge Mountains on the border of Virginia and North Carolina. It offers the perfect blend of peaceful natural surroundings with a very active and exciting campus life, where students grow academically, socially, and personally. Autumn is one… Read More

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September 2, 2025

Empowering Female Athletes: Inside Oak Hill Academy’s Girls’ Sports Programs

Girls’ sports are an essential part of Oak Hill Academy’s athletic identity. As a boarding school for girls and boys, we believe the lessons learned through athletics are as profound and lasting as any material taught in the classroom. Leadership, overcoming adversity, patience, the… Read More

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August 21, 2025

Back-to-School Guide: Boarding School’s First 30 Days

Families who consider boarding school for their student are often seeking a meaningful opportunity for growth and positive change. Whether it’s developing stronger study habits, finding a supportive new friend group, exploring extracurriculars not available at home, or building interpersonal skills through shared living with peers from… Read More

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August 7, 2025

New Tax Rule Rewards Giving to Boarding Schools

At Oak Hill Academy, we’ve always believed that giving—no matter the size—is powerful. Every gift strengthens the foundation of a school community built to guide young people toward independence, confidence, and lifelong success. Across the United States, independent schools like… Read More