Meet our Student Leaders

Charlotte Eberle is from Burlington, Connecticut, and has been attending Kingswood Oxford since her freshman year. Aside from being a Senior Prefect, she is a chair of speech and debate for KO’s Forensic Union Club. She has also been a part of Shield and Dragon as a student ambassador giving tours and attending interviews in order to aid families and prospective students over the past three years. Regarding Kingswood’s athletics, she is a four-year member of the track and field team, as well as the swimming and dive team.  Additionally, she is a two-year volleyball player. Charlotte loves the athletic community KO provides but also is engaged in the arts. She’s done combined choir for four years and KO’s select female choir, Voce Novissima, for three. Outside of school, you will often see Charlotte going on walks with her friends, rock climbing, listening to music, or volunteering with animals. She aspires to do work in the medical field or a profession geared towards helping people and the community. Charlotte will be starting a club in honor of the One Love Foundation this year which promotes conversations around healthy relationships, communication, and warning signs.  Her favorite dining hall meal is the chicken tenders and her free period spot is Lower Roberts.  She wants everyone to feel comfortable with reaching out if you need a friendly smile, helping hand, or any support.

Mckenzie is in her fourth year at KO. She plays on the varsity field hockey team. As a lover of the arts, she performs in the winter musical and sings in Outlook, KO’s select choir for mixed voices, and Oxfordians, KO’s select soprano-alto a cappella group. Mckenzie is a tour guide for Shield and Dragon and is the managing editor of the web for the KO News, KO’s student-run publication. Outside school, Mckenzie enjoys reading, listening to music, and walking around West Hartford with her friends. She also writes songs, sings, and plays piano for her band. This past summer, Mckenzie worked as a camp counselor, drank kombucha, and spent as much time as possible with her friends and family. 

Jhanvi Daddala is in her fourth year at KO. She serves as an executive member of KO’s tour guide group, Shield & Dragon, and is a writing tutor in the Upper School. An avid musician, Jhanvi is a member of both Outlook (KO’s select all-voice choir) and Oxfordians (KO’s select soprano-alto a cappella group) and plays the piano, violin, and flute outside of school. Additionally, Jhanvi is a part of both the volleyball and tennis teams at KO. During the winter sports season, she participates in Wyverns Helping Wyverns, a program in which high school students tutor members of KO’s Middle School. Outside school, Jhanvi spends her time playing at Husky Volleyball Club, volunteering at a local hospital, getting boba with her friends, and listening to Taylor Swift. This summer, Jhanvi participated in a medical research camp at UMass Amherst, shadowed a local pediatrician, and worked at Chipotle. 

Maggie Dwyer is in her fifth year at KO. She is on the Executive Committee of Power of Women, one of the largest clubs at KO, and enjoys writing for their monthly newsletter. She is also a leader of KO’s Math Team, a peer tutor, and a member of the Science Bowl club. She loves swimming, running, and listening to Spanish music. Outside of school, Maggie enjoys making sculptures, volunteering at the nursing home in her town, and getting coffee with friends. This summer, Maggie worked out in Martha’s Vineyard and spent lots of time with her family. 

Jacob is in his sixth year at KO. He plays for the varsity basketball team, sings with Crimson 7, and is the senior class president. Jacob loves sports and is always excited to play whatever game others enjoy. He spends his free time with his friends and family, and enjoys playing basketball, listening to music, and playing golf. This past summer, Jacob was a camp counselor in Maine. He is one of the friendliest faces on campus!

Garret is in his third year at KO and partakes in several clubs at KO, such as Crimson 7, the all-boys a capella group, the Mock Trial team, and Student Government. Garret also is a member of the varsity soccer team and plays baseball in the spring for fun. While over the summer, Garret was a camp counselor at Camp KO for soccer, and he also went to the Outer Banks. While in his free time, you can find Garret playing some of his favorite video games, hanging out with his friends, playing spikeball or volleyball, and jamming out to some music. One project Garret worked on at KO was replacing the old furniture in Lower Roberts with newer and comfier couches and chairs. He loves to make our community a better place!

Alice is in her fourth year at KO. Aside from serving as a prefect, Alice is on the Executive Committee of Shield and Dragon, KO’s tour guide group, which serves as a first welcome to the school for many. She is also the Head Editor of the Arts department on the KO News, combining her love of the arts and writing. She is a cabinet member of Power of Women, a writing peer tutor, and she sings for Outlook, (KO’s select choir for mixed voices) and Oxfordians (KO’s select all-female a cappella choir). Alice enjoys spending time with her friends and family outside of school or curling up on the couch with a good book. This past summer, she marshaled a group of mischievous yet adorable five-year-olds at a summer camp and studied musical theater in NYC.

Manu Narasimhan has been at KO since his freshman year. He is a Math Peer Tutor Leader, Captain of the Mock Trial team, treasurer of Student Government, and the leader of Chess Club. He also is a tour guide, debates in Forensic Union, and loves singing in Crimson 7 (the select tenor-bass a cappella group) and Outlook (the all-voice select choir). Outside of school, Manu spends his free time running on the Farmington trails, watching NBA games, and missing most of his shots on his driveway basketball hoop. This past summer, Manu worked at a local law firm and studied American history and government in D.C. Manu loves the color red, playing chess, and political discourse.

Rajan Patel has been at KO since his sophomore year. As a dedicated member of the KO community, Raj enjoys spending his time helping his fellow Wyverns as the Head Peer Tutor for Math. Furthermore, he is a leader of the KO Bio Club. Finally, to expand upon his leadership abilities, Raj is an active member of Kingswood Oxford’s Lunch and Lead Program, which seeks to bring in influential leaders to speak about their experiences. Raj is a three-sport athlete playing soccer, basketball, and baseball and loves the tight-knit family every sports team at KO forms. Furthermore, he loves the outdoors and is a part of KO’s Fishing Club. Raj is also an avid ping pong player and part of KO’s Ping Pong Club. Outside of school, Raj enjoys spending his time volunteering with the American Red Cross and also is an active Eagle Scout of Troop 19. Raj has also earned his black belt and is trained in Shaolin Kempo. Finally, Raj enjoys spending his time mountain biking and camping with his friends and family. This past summer Raj interned at The Hartford and studied aerospace engineering at Yale.

I’ve been at KO since my freshman year. One thing I can say with confidence is that you will find your people here! Aside from being Head Senior Prefect, my time at KO is spent performing in our plays, musicals, dance showcases, and choral concerts. Outside of school, I hike, bake, write, listen to a lot of music, dance, and have been trying to perfect my friendship bracelet skills (if you want one let me know). You’ll also see me on our student government board as our Secretary, performing with our Soprano-Alto a capella group Oxfordians, or talking in Forensic Union, our speech and debate club. I am all over campus all the time, but I’m always around and always here for you! 

Overall, I want you to know that you’re in the right place. You’re going to spend the next four years of your life in a place that loves you, emphasizes your skills, and works on the areas you need help. You’ll find new friends, pursue your dreams, and figure out what it means to be a KO student – to conquer oneself. Take it all in, and don’t worry! You are loved and supported endlessly.

Frank Pu is a KO international student from China, entering his fourth year at KO. Frank is the co-chair of the speech and debate of the Forensic Union, Speaker of the Student Government, and leader of the Dance Club. During his time at KO, Frank finds his interests in dancing (choreography showcase) and musicals. Outside of school, Frank plays traditional Chinese instruments and loves running while listening to music by Taylor Swift. This past summer, Frank volunteered for Camp-KO, danced in NYC, and did fitness in a local gym. 

Luke Roen is in his fourth year at Kingswood Oxford. He is on the Shield and Dragon Executive committee, a co-executive of the Forensic Union, sings in the Crimson 7, a capella group, and select Outlook choir. He is involved in the KO musical and on the golf team. Outside of school, Luke plays piano, loves biking and skiing, and is happy to talk about whatever sitcom you watched over the summer. This past summer, Luke was at a  New Hampshire camp swimming, canoeing, and hiking, taking in the wonderful outdoors. 

Alyssa has attended Kingswood Oxford since her freshman year. Alyssa enjoys being part of a team and plays on the JV girls’ basketball team and the field hockey team. Alyssa enjoys giving back to her community and helping others, and she has led the initiative to bring Connecticut Children’s Medical Center PJ Day to KO. She also plays a big role in Friendship Circle, which brings together toddlers through young adults living with and without disabilities for a variety of Judaic and social programs. Additionally, she is the teen representative on the Mandell JCC Board of Directions, and she is a Co-Leader of CTeen’s West Hartford chapter, which is a Jewish organization that combines fun and friendship with mitzvah observance and Torah study. Within school, she is an Executive Committee member of Shield and Dragon (KO’s select tour guide group); the managing editor for news, sports, and investigative journalism for the KO News; an Executive Committee Co-Chair of Power of Women, and the editor of the organization’s newsletter; part of the Global Online Academy Student Advisory Council; founder and leader of the KOmmunity Outreach Club; events and outreach director of the Thread Fashion Magazine; and is part of Oxfordians (KO’s selective female a capella group). Academically, Alyssa’s favorite subjects are science and math, yet she enjoys learning in all disciplines. This summer, Alyssa took an EMT course and earned her certification to ride on an ambulance, went to Brown for a pre-college program, traveled with her family, and relaxed with friends. Alyssa enjoys many things about KO: the compassionate teachers who are always available, the tight-knit caring community, and the incredible classes that you can take. Her biggest piece of advice for incoming students is to take advantage of all the amazing opportunities that KO offers and don’t be afraid of trying something new because you never know what these opportunities will teach you about the world and yourself. 

Alina Vaughn is in her sixth year at Kingswood Oxford. Alina is excited to play for KO’s girls’ varsity soccer team. She enjoys all things outdoors, including hiking and playing with her dog. Alina is very active and loves to begin some mornings with yoga, or going for a walk or run. Some of Alina’s hobbies include baking – in which she might pursue a career – reading and dancing. She is very family-oriented and looks forward to a good movie night at home. Additionally, she loves to spend time with friends. Alina is a member of Shield and Dragon and is also a part of KO Power of Women. Alina wants to help her advisees feel comfortable being authentic and exploring their interests. 

Abby joined the KO community in her freshman year. She plays JV volleyball in the fall and varsity tennis in the spring. She loves the teamwork and fun involved in both sports. Additionally, Abby is the head photo editor for the KO News, an executive member of Shield and Dragon, and is involved in clubs such as Thread (KO student-created fashion publication) and the Yearbook Club. This past summer, Abby worked as a camp counselor and spent time with her family and friends.

Elias Brandt has been attending KO since 6th grade. As a member of the KO Varsity Swimming and Diving team since Upper Prep, Eli stays active in the pool year-round. Additionally, he is a co-chair of the KOFC (KO Fundraising Committee) and has participated in the KO Bio Club and Green Team (KO’s environmental group). An avid learner, Eli enjoys all of his classes, but he especially likes visual arts, Mandarin, and science classes. Outside of school, Eli practices and competes with two club diving teams in the Hartford area, goes on long road-bike rides with his family and works on independent printmaking projects, which he shares on his social media account and sells on his Etsy store. He can also be found knitting, doing jig-saw puzzles, playing card games, and reorganizing his room. 

Tess Chapman has been attending KO since sixth grade. On campus, Tess is a co-captain of the Mock Trial team, an executive board member of KO Power of Women, and co-chair of Model UN. She also writes for the KO News and is a student tour guide for Shield and Dragon. Off-campus, Tess enjoys reading, exercising, and spending time with her family. During the summer, she works at a shop in Mystic, CT, scooping ice cream and selling candy. When Tess is not working, she can be found swimming or paddleboarding. 

Jordan DiMauro has been at Kingswood Oxford since the 6th grade. On campus, Jordan currently competes in varsity field hockey and track & field but has played multiple other sports during her time at KO. Apart from athletics, Jordan is the editor-in-chief of the KO News and competes on the Mock Trial team. Her favorite subjects are any type of humanities, and she especially loves English and history classes. During the summer, she works as a camp counselor at Horizons in Simsbury, and also works part-time for an aerospace company. Outside of work and school, Jordan enjoys spending time with friends and family, traveling, and competing in AAU track. Jordan is looking forward to meeting and working with the incoming Upper Preppers!

Jolie Flash has been at KO since sixth grade. During her time at KO, Jolie has enjoyed playing many sports and is currently a member of the girls’ soccer and track and field teams at the Upper School. Additionally, she likes to get involved with the school community through clubs such as Forensic Union, KOMAC, A.R.C.H. (Architecture Club as the Founder and President), and Business Club. Jolie enjoys science, math, and music classes as she has always been interested in STEM and the visual arts. Jolie loves music and has been a part of music groups since 6th grade, including band, jazz band, Octopipers, and Oxfordians (women’s a capella singing groups). Jolie has also participated in the musical in the Upper School and considers the arts program her favorite at KO. However, off-campus, she can also be found spending time with friends and family, playing card games, reading, watching Netflix, or drawing. 

Annabelle has been attending KO since 7th grade. Annabelle has enjoyed playing for KO’s JV and Varsity soccer teams and is excited to be captain of the Varsity Girls’ Squash team this year. She has also been a part of KO’s JV and Varsity lacrosse teams during her freshman and sophomore years at KO. Additionally, she is an executive member of Shield and Dragon, Head of Reviews for KO News, and part of the Leadership Council at KO. Outside school, she likes to play the piano, read, spend time with her family, and walk her dog, Dexter. She also runs her own YouTube channel called Hear For Hope. During her summers, she loves working with children, whether she is at The River School summer camp in Washington DC or even running her own camp from her backyard, where she gets children engaged in games and arts and crafts. She also loves to travel to Florida and Nantucket to visit her family and spend time by the beach. 

Piff has been at KO since 9th grade. During her time at KO, Piff has enjoyed playing many sports and is currently a member of the girls’ soccer, basketball, and track and field teams at the Upper School. Additionally, she likes to get involved with the school community in other ways through clubs such as Forensic Union, KOAC, YWOC, and KO News as a sports photographer. Piff enjoys science, math, and music classes as she is interested in STEM courses and the visual arts. Piff enjoys music and is part of music groups in 12th grade, including Voce and Oxfordians, the Upper School women a capella group.  Outside of KO, Piff works at Camp KO over the summer, competing with her community FRC Robotics team 3182 Athena’s Warriors and tutoring kids at the MC2 program. However, she also spends time with friends and family, playing soccer, reading, watching Netflix, or listening to music. 

Mac has been at KO since the eighth grade. Mac has played various sports, including squash, swimming, flag football, and basketball. He deems himself a competitive mini-golf player, holding the unofficial course record on the indoor course at Lessard Lanes in Plainville. Mac currently plays varsity soccer and varsity baseball for Kingswood Oxford. Mac’s all-time favorite class at KO was Political Ideology & the 20th Century with Mr. Krugman, who helped him to discover his passion for history. Another of Mac’s favorites is any of Ms. Burnett’s art classes (she’s the best!). Mac is the founder & leader of the on-the-rise KO Fishing Club, as well as a member of the student government as senior class Vice-President. Outside of school, Mac works mowing lawns in his neighborhood, reffing youth flag football, and umpiring youth baseball games. Mac also loves to help coach baseball for his little brother Peter’s team, as well as to help with Coach Rad’s winter baseball camp at KO. In his free time, Mac loves to spend his time outdoors playing baseball, fishing, biking, and going on hikes with his siblings and his golden retriever Tucker. 

Lucia Martinez-Castro has been at KO since 6th grade.  Lucia loves being a member of the JV Volleyball team in the fall, and she has played volleyball since she first started in Upper Prep.  Off the court, she focuses on her art, and she has taken an art class every semester she has been in high school, as well as doing after-school art during the winter and spring sports seasons.  Lucia is also a member of Shield and Dragon, where she gives tours to prospective students, and additionally, she loves to sing.  In middle school, she was a member of Octopipers, a girl’s acapella group, and she is currently a part of Oxfordians, the a capella group in the high school.  When not at KO, Lucia loves to read, crotchet, and hang out with her friends and family.  This past summer, she took a two-week program in Chicago where she learned to oil paint and spent a month in Spain visiting her family.  

Brady has been at KO since 7th grade. During his time at KO, Brady has enjoyed playing many sports and is currently a member of the varsity baseball team in the Upper School. Additionally, he likes to get involved with the school community through clubs such as the Business Club and Shield and Dragon (KO’s tour guide group). Brady can also be found in the classroom enjoying history, math, and science, as he has always been interested in all types of studies, including economics and political science. Outside of school, Brady works at Camp KO during the summer and winter as a volunteer counselor for baseball. Also, he can be found spending time with friends and family, exercising, playing baseball, or doing anything active.

Sattah lives in Windsor, CT, and has been at KO since Upper Prep. During her time at KO, Sattah enjoys both the athletic and arts programs. She plays soccer at KO, runs for the track team, and performs in the Winter Musical. Sattah plays the flute in the concert band and is a part of the women’s  a cappella group, the Oxfordians. She also found her passion for dancing when she joined the Choreographer Showcase in Form 4. While you might see Sattah around campus with her camera taking pictures of her friends and athletic games for the school, you will often find her in the dance studio dancing, singing, or even doing homework! The dance studio is her safe place where its tranquility allows her to express herself and concentrate. Recently, Sattah has been the Secretary of Student Government in her sixth year at KO. Outside of school, Sattah loves to hang out with her friends, travel with her family, watch shows with her dog, Appa, and participate in soccer practice since she plays year-round at Sporting CT. For the past three summers, Sattah has volunteered at Camp KO for soccer camps and helped kids develop their soccer skills. She is extremely excited to welcome and help all the Upper Preppers adjust to their first year at KO!

Eve has attended Kingswood Oxford since the 6th grade. On campus, she spends her time playing volleyball, connecting with friends, and managing the track and field team. Off-campus, she uses her free time to be in nature with her family and friends and dedicates time to pursue her love of visual arts. Over the summer, she worked as a baker at Rosedale Farm and Vineyard, as well as prepped for the upcoming academic year.  As a faculty child, Eve knows the ins and out of the middle school experience and is open and excited to help the incoming Upper Preppers in their journey this school year! 

Hailey Williams lives in Vernon, CT and has been attending KO since her freshman year. Hailey enjoys staying active, playing on the varsity volleyball, basketball, and softball teams at KO. Additionally, she likes to get involved with the school community through clubs such as Green Team, Kingswood Oxford Fundraising Committee, and Shield and Dragon (KO’s tour guide group). Hailey can also be found in the classroom enjoying science, math, and art classes, as she has always been interested in the visual arts. Hailey discovered her passion for science during her Forensic Science class sophomore year. Outside of school, Hailey works at Camp KO during the summer as a volunteer counselor for the CSI program and volunteers as a peer minister leader at her local church. When not in school, she likes to play on her club softball team, read books, watch her favorite teams on TV, and play with her younger brother, Henry. Hailey is so excited to meet and get to know her new Upper Prep advisees and is looking forward to her senior year!