Parent Association - Kingswood Oxford

Parent Association

Connecting and Supporting Families

Partnering with families is the bedrock of the KO experience.

 

Building a strong community requires people to share common values and work together to pursue both collective and individual goals. A strong community affirms that every member is important, belongs, and contributes to the common good. As KO’s motto attests, ‘one conquers by conquering oneself’—that is, by strengthening individuals, we strengthen the whole. We lift each other up, elevate each other’s voices, and celebrate our differences. We welcome parents, guardians, and families into our fold—knowing that they enrich our shared experience and animate the inclusive partnerships that define us.

 

As West Hartford’s leading private day school, KO has a robust and active family community, and we always welcome new perspectives and helping hands. The Parent Association meets monthly to discuss various topics. If you can’t make the meetings, there’s always a way to contribute to life on campus, whether through volunteering on one of our event committees, supporting Hewett Fall Sports Day in October, manning concessions and selling KO Swag. . The Zone snack bar during midterms and finals, or attending information social events. We know you lead busy lives, so you can volunteer as much or as little as you like. 

 

We can’t wait for you to be a part of KO. Families are what make our school the special place that it is!

 

You can find out more about the Parent Association by contacting [email protected]

Parent Association Meeting Dates 2025-2026

9/30 – PA Meeting – Lisa Loeb and Ann Sig talked about Impact 8-9 a.m.

10/28 – PA Executive Board Meeting 7-8 p.m.

10/30 – PA Meeting – Dan Gleason and Kathleen McLean will discuss Community Partnerships and Service Learning 6:30-7 p.m.

11/18 – PA Meeting 8-9 am 

12/2 – PA Executive Board Meeting 7-8 p.m.

12/4 – PA Meeting – Rich Mutts will talk about DEIB 6:30-7 p.m.

1/13 – PA Meeting 8-9 am

2/3 – PA Executive Board Meeting 7-8 p.m

2/26 – Tentative – PA Meeting – Parent Education TBD 6:30-8:00 p.m.

4/14 – PA Meeting – Jami Silver & KellyAnstead will discuss Roberts Center for Leadership 8-9 a.m.

4/28 – PA Executive Board Meeting 7-8 pm

TBD May/June – PA Meeting KO Speaker 6:30-7 p.m.

 

 

Parent Only Socials

 

 

8/28 – Annual Wine and Cheese Social 
10/18 – US Parent Happy Hour (F3/4 – Zohara & F5/6 – Sparrow) 7:30-945 p.m.
10/30 – Trivia Wars 7-8:30 p.m.
11/13 – Book Club – Foster by Claire Keegan 6:30 p.m.
12/4 – Winter Wreath Making  7-8:30 p.m.
TBD Jan – Book Club – Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan 6:30 p.m.
2/6 – CKO  “I  KO!” 6:30-11:00 p.m.
4/17 – MS Parent Happy Hour (During MS Dance)
TBD April – Parkville Market Parent Social 
TBD May/June – End of Year Parent Social 7-8:30 p.m.

KO Faculty Staff Appreciation

 

 

8/22 – Welcome Back Breakfast
10/30 – Faculty and Staff welcome to join Trivia Wars 7-8:30 p.m.
11/3 – Popcorn/Soda Pop Bar during Professional Development Meetings
2/17 – Coffee Cart during Professional Development Meetings
6/10 – End of Year Event  

Family Friendly Events

 

 

10/10 – MS Hewett Games (Concessions) 3-4:00 p.m.
10/17 – Diwali Celebration 5-7:00 p.m.
10/17 – US Hewett Volleyball (Concessions) 6-7:30 p.m.
10/18 – US Hewett Games (Concessions) 12-6:00 p.m.
11/6-11/7 – US Fall Play (Concessions) 7:30-9:30 p.m.
1/16 – MS Winter Play (Concessions) 7-9 p.m.
11/20 – Choreographer Showcase (Concessions) 7:30-9 p.m.
2/26-2/27 – US Winter Musical (Concessions) 7:30-9:30 p.m.
5/15-5/16 – MS Spring Musical (Concessions) 7-9 pm & 2-4 p.m.

 

Other Events to get involved in

 

 

12/10-12/11 – M.D. Fox Holiday Fair
12/16-12/18 – The Zone – Exam Week Snacks
6/2 – 6/4 – The Zone – Exam Week Snacks
Form 5 Prom Committee
Form 6 Prom Committee
Form 2 Dance Committee

“For us as parents, we have found a lot of families that are like ours, which is so nice.  That’s important to our family to have those relationships and to know your child’s friend’s parents. It’s not just about the students, but the families as well.”

— Adriana Galeano-Tippner, P ‘24, ‘24, ’25, ’28

Parents at Kingswood Oxford in West Hartford are partners in their child's educational journey
Parents at Kingswood Oxford in West Hartford are partners in their child's educational journey
Parents at Kingswood Oxford, a private school in West Hartford are involved
Parents at Kingswood Oxford, a private school in West Hartford are involved
Parents at Kingswood Oxford, a private school in West Hartford are involved
Parents at Kingswood Oxford, a private school in West Hartford are involved

The Crown & Quill Parent Newletter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Discover the latest on-campus happenings from a parent’s perspective. From things to do each month, upcoming events, and the newest tome to read from our PA Book Club, it’s all here.

 

Crown & Quill Newsletter: March Issue

 

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Admissions Events

10.25
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE  

10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Prospective Middle School students and families can visit to learn more about academics, athletics, and arts at KO! Hear why ‘Middle School matters’ to us at KO, and meet teachers, coaches, and current students. Register through your Ravenna account.

 

10.20, 11.17, 12.08
KO LIVE: INSIDE THE UPPER SCHOOL

5:15 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. Optional Tour

5:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Reception

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Program

Step inside Kingswood Oxford for an inspiring evening where learning comes to life. You’ll meet current students who are pursuing bold goals, expanding their perspectives, and discovering their passions across every discipline. Connect directly with our department chairs, chat with student-athletes, explore vibrant student clubs, and experience the creative energy that makes our Upper School community thrive. Register through your Ravenna account.

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