OH! is for Oak Hill

Captivating Chemistry Demonstration

2011-10-25T08:49:00.009-04:00

Mrs. Eagy has been capturing students' attention with a variety of demonstrations in chemistry this year. Her latest demonstration involved a colorful, foaming compound formed by a chemical reaction often called 'Elephant's Toothpaste'. Similar to a well known reaction between vinegar and baking soda, this demonstration is a bit more reactive and impressive. Materials1 16 oz. plastic soda

Oak Hill Senior Named Commended Student

2011-10-07T14:33:00.000-04:00

Oak Hill Senior Andrew St.Jean has been named a commended student in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. He has been presented with a Letter of Commendation from Oak Hill and from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2012 competition by taking the 2010 PSAT (PSAT/NMSQT). "The

School Lunches- What to Pack

2011-08-22T06:00:00.001-04:00

Backpack - check.Uniform - check.Shoes - check.Lunch - . . . It is no new problem trying to pack something for lunch that your child will eat and enjoy and that won't be difficult for you to prepare. Along with all the excitement September brings comes the monotony of packing lunches. We have a few ideas to help you start your ten months of brown bag lunches off with a smile. Make the

Making Memory Jars

2011-07-08T13:00:00.001-04:00

Children are constantly collecting things that many may call junk: bottle caps, rocks, movie ticket stubs. . . the list goes on. Who can fault them though? We have all been there age and have done the same; some of us still do. At some point the miscellaneous objects just seem to be trash but not to the collector. Here is a solution- Memory Jars.Throughout the summer while visiting family,

Twinkle, Twinkle in a Jar

2011-06-29T18:00:00.001-04:00

Have you begun to hear those dreaded words yet? "I'm bored," with a heavy sigh. School has been out for just a few weeks but keeping inquisitive minds busy is not always easy. For some inspiration just have a look around you and perhaps in the school library.Even though the school year is over, the books are still here. And as long as the office is open, you can stop by to find one that may

Stars of America!

2011-06-11T08:39:00.001-04:00

Stars of America isn't your ordinary talk show. Oak Hill Christian School's fourth and fifth grade class received exclusive privileges to meet eleven top celebrities. These world-renowned stars were Christopher Columbus, Queen Isabella, John Smith, Priscilla Mullins, Paul Revere, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, Martha Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and the ever-stylish Dolley

Read Any Great Books Lately?

2011-05-31T13:01:00.005-04:00

by Margaret St. Jean, Omnibus Teacher Middle and High Schools 80 year old biologist E.O. Wilson has just published his first novel, Anthill, the most recent development in a long career. Though Wilson has won the Pulitzer prize for his non-fiction articles on the life of the ant, he felt it was important to use fiction as a vehicle for

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory

2011-05-18T09:41:00.012-04:00

What a wonderful performance Monday night! Miss Heerema, Mrs. St. Jean, the Murphy Family, the Thoburn Family, all the cast and stage crew, and so many others behind the scenes, outdid themselves. The audience was filled with laughter and smiles from start to finish. The costumes, props, and refreshments were so creative and fun! Look for pictures soon on facebook. Thanks to your hard work

ESL Botany

2011-05-17T11:54:00.002-04:00

A fun way for our ESL students to learn English is to participate in the Science curriculum offered here at Oak Hill. Through Botany the students perfect their observation skills and with that comes a long list of adjectives. They are learning groups of English words like colors, sizes, shapes, textures, sounds, directions, and scents. The students probably do not even realize the number of words

PSAT Qualifying Test

2011-04-29T08:41:00.001-04:00

Congratulations to Andrew St.Jean, a junior here at Oak Hill. Andrew has met the requirements to enter the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. Nationwide, 1.5 million students take the PSAT in fall of junior year. Andrew is one the 50,000 highest-scoring participants. These high performers have shown outstanding academic potential. In September, 2011, 16,000 of these students will be

Oak Hill Biology

2011-03-10T09:50:00.013-05:00

The Lord has blessed this earth with millions of interesting species, with more and more discovered every day. This creates a dilemma for scientists: how do we classify these species for further study? This classification system is called Taxonomy that had its early beginnings with Aristotle and was altered over the centuries to our modern system of Taxonomy. With this in mind, the students were

A Fable of a Brownie Bake-Off and Bake Sale

2011-02-24T09:31:00.023-05:00

A lass, not given to much speech, entered in contest with other ladies of varying ages. Most feared one contestant who was of favorable reputation in the culinary arts. The lass however made no mention of her opponents but worked unassumingly on her confections.The day of the contest came. The baked entries were sampled and studied and tested. When the results were announced, many were

OHCS Senior Awarded Scholarship

2011-02-16T16:37:00.004-05:00

Oak Hill Senior Adam Thoburn has been named a Saint Andrews Scholar. This competitive award is given by New Saint Andrews College which is a classical Christian liberal arts college. In order for a student to be eligible for consideration he must have an outstanding academic record (3.75+ GPA), standardized test scores (1300+), a distinguished records of awards, honors and church or community

Geometry- More Than Math

2011-02-15T12:53:00.014-05:00

Many may think studying mathematics is not essential in a classical model education. So why teach it and at an advanced level for some students? The orderly process of mathematics (especially geometry) relates to many disciplines of logic and compliments a variety of careers.While studying geometry, students learn the difference between inductive and deductive reasoning. Mr. Carl Thoburn (known

Mrs. Culver's 2nd and 3rd Grade Greek Event

2010-12-10T12:29:00.008-05:00

This year the second and third grade is studying ancient Greece and Rome in history class. In addition to other concepts, we studied Greek mythology and the first Olympic Games. As a culminating activity, we had a Greek day. The students came to school in Greek outfits. We began our event with a feast of delicious Greek food such as stuffed grape leaves, cheese triangles, and Greek pasta salad.

Miss Mills Logic Class

2010-11-19T09:54:00.005-05:00

Why Study Logic?The most important reason we should study logic is because God has commanded us to not only love Him with all of our hearts, souls, and strength, but also our minds (Matthew 22:37; Mark 12:30). In Acts 17: 2-4, Paul the apostle went to the synagogue and reasoned with the people out of the Scriptures, the fruit being that many were persuaded and believed in Jesus Christ. Students

A Time for Everything in Mrs. Murphy's K3 Class

2010-11-19T09:53:00.004-05:00

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven." Ecclesiastes 3:1A Time for . . .~Birthdays~Mr. Michael Murphy signs in Chinese.We celebrate together.~Poetry~"Celery"Celery raw develops the jaw,But celery stewed is more quietly chewed.– Ogden Nash ~Science~ Treats from Mrs. Joss’ Botany Garden,Yum! Yum!"Today is 70 degrees and rainy."~Library~

A Blessing in Diversity

2010-10-25T08:35:00.008-04:00

As people read (or hear) the account of the Tower of Babel found in Genesis 11 they usually come to the following conclusion: "God punishes the people for building a tower in defiance of Him." His penalties were (1) confounding their common language and (2) scattering them abroad from thence (the location of the construction of the tower) upon the face of all the earth. What many people do not

Oak Hill Senior Named Commended Student

2010-09-24T14:16:00.002-04:00

Headmaster Robert Thoburn, Jr. today presented Paul St. Jean with a Letter of Commendation from the school and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Paul was recognized for his performance in the 2011 national Merit Scholarship Program.About 34,000 students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2011

God First, then Game: The Recipe for a Stellar Team

2010-09-01T12:41:00.003-04:00

“What time is it? Game Time!” This familiar phrase can be heard in exchanges between the exited participants of this year's Varsity Boys Soccer Team. It is a phrase that gives words to the enthusiasm of the new soccer season. Yet these boys already know that as in any true sport, soccer is much more than a mere playtime. With practices already begun, all of the Oak Hill athletes understand

Miss Sarah Fluegge's Class - Journey Through Africa

2010-05-18T10:05:00.015-04:00

Red and yellow black and white... You name a color and it could be found in our classroom last week! When we started our journey through Africa 6 weeks ago, I knew the children would be excited to learn about all the amazing animals that are unique to this part of the world. They also got excited when we started to learn how to count to 10 in Swahili. Surprisingly though, I think the most

Mrs. Murphy's K3 Class

2010-04-28T09:49:00.022-04:00

Everyday is offers a chance to not only learn but to have fun!Working hard inside. . .Everyday is offers opportunities to learn and have fun!Having fun outside!Enjoying God's Creation in winter. . . and in Spring.Exploring God's World in many ways. . . ScienceGeographySingingand Eating!A special thank you to all the parents who help make the learning and celebrating easier in our classroom.

PE Rainy Day Blues by Carrie Fluegge

2010-04-15T08:08:00.004-04:00

"Rain, rain go away, don't come again another day,"cry the students in dismay"But why," says the rain,"after I come, everything looks clean.""True, true, but it makes us blue.""How so?" asks the rain"When you come, you cause us painFor we must be indoors, which is our bane.""Why the indoors do you so dislike?""We have to stretch and bend for 40 minutes time. Our excercise is more fun when we're

Oak Hill Science

2010-04-09T10:38:00.017-04:00

Children possess a natural curiosity. I am constantly asked how things work or why something is the way it is. While I may not have all the answers, I try to encourage their curiosity by delving deeper into finding the answers. If man had no questions, or never said, "I wonder why, how, or what causes that?" there would be no need for science. Science's main existence is to answer, or try to

Oak Hill Voice Ensemble

2010-02-04T08:34:00.017-05:00

The December 2009 Christmas Presentation at Truro Church was a blessing! Watch a couple of the performances below. The ensemble will perform again at our 2010 graduation ceremony.Adam Thoburn and Ana KeyVocal Ensemble

Mrs. Wethered's 1st Grade Class

2010-01-25T09:05:00.005-05:00

The first graders at Oak Hill continue to have a busy year! In math we are currently learning subtraction using “wrap-ups”. These are a favorite with the students! Science is one of our most fun subjects, especially when we do experiments. We recently studied how God created plants and made our own “bag biome”! Look in our windowsill to check out our plants’ progress.A visit back to colonial

The Greatest Grammar Company

2010-01-21T14:29:00.012-05:00

This year's second and third graders unanimously agree on the perfect field trip; a romp (or crawl) through the pyramids of Egypt. Certain subjects, such as History and Science, naturally arouse a child’s desire to explore. This exploration manifests itself not only through physical travel, but through stories, pictures, and projects. Can Grammar arouse this desire? I propose that it can. But

Mrs. Trefzger (K4)

2010-01-07T13:25:00.001-05:00

January, 2010Ah, young childhood, when the mind is first opening to the light of the sun and the God-flung beauties of its surroundings, when it can smile with delight at a sudden new understanding, or exclaim with Robert Louis Stevenson, The world is so full of a number of things, I think we should all be as happy as kings!“Do you want to try to count backwards with your eyes closed?” “Oh,

Much Ado About Something

2009-12-10T08:28:00.002-05:00

The second ‘book’ my high school Omnibus class read this year was actually Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. Some of my students were able to see the play performed in Staunton, VA at the American Shakespeare Center’s replica of the Blackfriar Playhouse. All of my students memorized Benedict’s famous Act 2, Scene 3 speech because, of course, the play was intended to be seen and heard. Paul St

Mrs. Weathers Class

2009-11-24T07:57:00.002-05:00

Mrs. Weathers Class celebrated Thanksgiving with a feast!Students made costumes in class to wear for the big day. There was so much food that they invited other students and staff to join in on the fun. By the end of the feast, everyone was thankful, full, and looking forward to the upcoming break. Many thanks to the parents that prepared food and came to help with our class lunch. Have a

Our Africa Party Was a Great Success!!!

2009-06-11T09:54:00.014-04:00

Mrs. Murphy's K-3 class recently finished their study of the continent of Africa. The class concluded their tour of this wondrous continent with an African party.They sang an African song while banging the drums, shaking the bells and parading around their room.The class talked about their favorite animals from Africa, read some poems about animals, and of course, colored.Each child picked an

OHCS Drama Club to Perform "Alice In Wonderland"

2009-04-30T00:26:00.006-04:00

This is the second year the school drama club is set to perform. This year students of all grade levels will entertain young and old with their version of "Alice in Wonderland."Tickets are only $3 and complimentary snacks are served at intermission. The performance is scheduled for Friday, May 8 at 7:00 p.m. at Truro Episcopal Church in Fairfax, VA. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Here is a sneak

Oak Hill Builds a Victory Garden

2009-04-20T10:15:00.022-04:00

With spring in full swing and our last frost around the corner, we found it a good time to build our Victory Garden. The garden is a raised garden as described by Mel Bartholomew in his book "All New Square Foot Gardening." His idea is based on saving space while still allowing for a very efficient way to garden which proves to be perfect for school projects. Our middle school Botany students

Teacher Moving from Vermont to Work at Oak Hill

2009-04-01T18:46:00.008-04:00

Bethany Heerema has wanted for some time to move south from New England. Soon she will. Having a father who is a preacher in the United Reformed Churches perhaps it is no surprise that she wants to leave that more “liberal” part of the country. Second and third grades will be her class this September and our drama club is hoping to recruit her as its faculty advisor. (Mrs. Brown has worked

Public Humiliation by Michael Murphy

2009-03-17T16:09:00.027-04:00

In the midst of a righteous Puritan colony in Boston there stood a woman holding a child before a throng of pious souls scolding, mocking, and rebuking the adulterous mother. She was already made to wear a scarlet 'A' on the breast of her clothing. Why was she now mocked and ridiculed? She knew that what she had done was wrong. She was sorry for it. Was it right to have her made a public

Why I Choose a Christian School for My Children

2009-02-18T13:52:00.007-05:00

“Why spend a lot of money every year to send your kids to a Christian school when you could send them to the public school for free?” Here’s the way I answer this question. There are eight important reasons.REASON #1: God commands me to diligently teach His Word to my children. "You shall lay up these my words in your heart and in your soul . . . and you shall teach them to your children,

To Be Persuaded

2009-01-23T10:23:00.011-05:00

In college I took an elective class on Emma and Persuasion by Jane Austen. As the class came to an end I had to choose a topic concerning one or both of the books in order to write an essay for the class. I chose to write on whether Anne Elliot, the heroine of Persuasion, should have allowed herself to be persuaded to end her relationship with the man she loved.When my high school students

Reading Charlotte's Web and Learning with Fun!

2008-12-11T08:00:00.006-05:00

The second and third grade students have been reading the book Charlotte's Web by E. B. White. Students read orally and are coached to improve their skills. Completing questions and activities, most are from a a comprehension guide from Veritas Press, students improve their reading comprehension. If you walk by the classroom during reading time, you will hear lots of giggles and belly laughs

Oak Hill Christian School's Vocal Ensemble

2008-12-01T13:34:00.008-05:00

Oak Hill's Chorus is under the direction of Claudia Key and is in its second year of performing. There are currently 20 members including students from the fourth grade through high school seniors. Home schooled students from surrounding areas have also joined our students in chorus practices as well as performances. The students performed beautifully last Christmas and Spring and we are looking

Thanksgiving Bake Sale

2008-11-26T08:00:00.007-05:00

With some setbacks and much grace and providence we held our first Pie Sale just in time for Thanksgiving. Knowing that pies may easily be bought at the grocery and some can be made without too much trouble, we planned to have a selection of homemade pies that are not so easily found in the local grocery. Our unique variety included Honey Pecan, Apple Cream, Georgia Peach, Apple Cranberry,

To Whom Are You Thankful?

2008-11-22T11:14:00.002-05:00

This Thursday we celebrate Thanksgiving. But to whom are we giving thanks? Are we simply remembering the story of how the Indians helped the Pilgrims survive their first cold winter at Plymouth? While this is an important part of our history and worth remembering, we need to know whom the Pilgrims were really thanking when they celebrated that first Thanksgiving Day. They were giving thanks

Preschool Lesson Plans: Family Poster Project by Mrs. Salazar's JK3 Class

2008-11-20T13:36:00.014-05:00

As a teacher of very young children, I am always looking for activities that will enhance my students’ educational experience. I also try to include events in my monthly lesson plans which are related to the current season. As a result our class has been completing art projects and crafts related to Thanksgiving Day, so the children can remember the meaning of such an important day. The

Every Picture Tells A Story

2008-11-13T15:02:00.041-05:00

On a day that may have seemed dreary due to the cold rain, the high school students had a bit of sunshine. A visit to the National Gallery of Art would gladden the hearts of many; it certainly did mine.This was not just a trip to brighten a gloomy day. No, today the students practiced their skills at analyzing art and learned more about how every picture tells a story.Our docent was a congenial

Thinking About Peace on Veterans Day

2008-11-11T17:27:00.010-05:00

Today we honor the heroism of those living and dead who served in our wars, and we show gratitude for the victories they won. Not only in America, but across Europe and around the world the end of World War I is solemnly marked. But it is not celebrated as a victory of peace, as was originally envisioned.The eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918 marked an armistice

Logic According to Mr. McPeak

2008-11-07T15:03:00.012-05:00

Did you know you are assuming an author's existence as you read this page, and assuming that when I say "did" it means "did" and not "squid"? Did you know that you assume gravity will not suddenly reverse and that's why you're not protecting your head from the ceiling with a helmet? At night Mr. Shade turns into a werefrog with fangs. Are you assuming that you can trust me?In logic class we

Fall Foliage at Oak Hill

2008-11-06T23:00:00.026-05:00

Our school is a beautiful place to be. Not only due to the wonderful spirit of each teacher and staff member, but it is physically a beautiful place. The property already has many beautiful trees surrounding it as well as various types of grasses and mosses growing, and we were able to add more appeal with potted plants. Now, as we have all settled into the new school year, we can enjoy the

Science Class: Botany

2008-11-03T10:09:00.013-05:00

Mrs. Joss' sixth and seventh grades Botany Class performed an experiment called "Sock Garden." The experiment mimics one of the ways seeds are dispersed; by attaching themselves to animals or humans. The students placed a sock over top of their shoe and walked in designated areas of the school's grounds. Some of the students were very successful in picking up seeds. They then planted the socks to

Harvest Bake Sale a Great Success

2008-11-03T09:14:00.012-05:00

On October 23 and 24, Oak Hill sponsored a Harvest Bake Sale. We want to thank everyone who participated with set-up, baked good donations, and monetary donations. We were able to raise $430.00 for the students future activities, the main one being the stage production the school is planning for the spring. Here is a peak at some of the goodies we sold.'Bat' CupcakesCups of DirtHarvest CupsWe

About OH!

2008-11-03T08:59:00.003-05:00

OH! is one more way we at Oak Hill Christian School can show you the day to day happenings at our school. We can take you in the classroom and show you students reading, singing, debating the Great Books, and creating beautiful art. We will show you some of the special days that happen here at Oak Hill, such as Field Day, Concerts, our stage productions, and other individual programs that happen

OH! is for Oak Hill

Captivating Chemistry Demonstration

Oak Hill Senior Named Commended Student

School Lunches- What to Pack

Making Memory Jars

Twinkle, Twinkle in a Jar

**Stars of America!**

Read Any Great Books Lately?

Charlie and The Chocolate Factory

ESL Botany

PSAT Qualifying Test

Oak Hill Biology

A Fable of a Brownie Bake-Off and Bake Sale

OHCS Senior Awarded Scholarship

Geometry- More Than Math

Mrs. Culver's 2nd and 3rd Grade Greek Event

Miss Mills Logic Class

A Time for Everything in Mrs. Murphy's K3 Class

A Blessing in Diversity

Oak Hill Senior Named Commended Student

God First, then Game: The Recipe for a Stellar Team

Miss Sarah Fluegge's Class - Journey Through Africa

Mrs. Murphy's K3 Class

PE Rainy Day Blues by Carrie Fluegge

Oak Hill Science

Oak Hill Voice Ensemble

Mrs. Wethered's 1st Grade Class

The Greatest Grammar Company

Mrs. Trefzger (K4)

Much Ado About Something

Mrs. Weathers Class

Our Africa Party Was a Great Success!!!

OHCS Drama Club to Perform "Alice In Wonderland"

Oak Hill Builds a Victory Garden

Teacher Moving from Vermont to Work at Oak Hill

Public Humiliation by Michael Murphy

Why I Choose a Christian School for My Children

To Be Persuaded

Reading Charlotte's Web and Learning with Fun!

Oak Hill Christian School's Vocal Ensemble

Thanksgiving Bake Sale

To Whom Are You Thankful?

Preschool Lesson Plans: Family Poster Project by Mrs. Salazar's JK3 Class

Every Picture Tells A Story

Thinking About Peace on Veterans Day

Logic According to Mr. McPeak

Fall Foliage at Oak Hill

Science Class: Botany

Harvest Bake Sale a Great Success

About OH!

Stars of America!