OakTree Times

Take a look into how Poly's faculty, students, and programs go beyond the academic and embrace the whole student. A fond farewell to long-time Performing Arts teacher, Tina Cocumelli. An interview with Ini Archibong ’01 on life, design, and reflections on his time at Poly.

Take a look into how Poly's faculty, students, and programs go beyond the academic and embrace the whole student. A fond farewell to long-time Performing Arts teacher, Tina Cocumelli. An interview with Ini Archibong ’01 on life, design, and reflections on his time at Poly.

Lower School service learning program inspires action while fostering students' passions. Hixon Intern Program benefits teachers and students alike. Upper School embraces honor code.  

Spotlight on backstage: Poly's technical theatre program trains behind-the-scenes artists. Distinguished Alumna of the Year and renowned opera singer Anna Christy Stepp '94 talks about her years on the stage, both at Poly and beyond.

POLYSolves — a renewed focus on innovation. Summer months offer unique opportunity for students to explore interests.

Opportunities for student leadership abound across divisons. Sarah Hotchkis Ketterer '79 receives Distinguished Alumna Award. Senior English class tables their discussion.

Poly's K-12 environment connects curriculum and builds lifelong friendships. #PolyDay2016 virtual campaign unites the Poly community near and far.

Learn about how students in all divisions and disciplines light up about language. Nobel Laureate Dr. Bruce Beutler '75 returns to campus as Distinguished Alumnus. Lower School science receives infusion of wisdom from Poly parents experts.

Learn more about alumni working at Poly and why they chose to return to their alma mater. Also, Poly establishes cohort to continue to build an inclusive community, and international trips expand to seven countries.

Learn more about Middle School Block, a program which allows students to explore their interests beyond the classroom. Also, read about Poly's partnership with Global Online Academy, where students learn on a global scale. 

Learn about how Poly's professional growth program provides for enriching opportunities back in the classroom. Poly pays tribute to Debbie Reed, who recently retired after 12 years as head of school. Poly alum Ken Frank '74, owner of La Toque restaurant in Napa Valley, is honored as Distinguished Alumnus of the Year.

OakTree Times takes on a new look. Explore the history of the Upper School Musical and listen to alumni in the entertainment industry discuss Hollywood in the iPad age.

The evolution of community outreach program at Poly and a history of students and alumni giving back.

New Poly Building at the Upper School provides an innovative new home for Science and Math Departments, as well as a new library.

Members of the Poly community recount their journeys to Poly; exploring diversity within the Poly community.

Spotlight on architecture at Poly and how it reflects history and provides a sense of place for generations of students and alumni.

A look at how the integration of technology has impacted all areas of Poly, from the classroom to the playing field.