September 2026
2025–26 was a year of growth, discovery, and new possibilities at Oakwood School. Our students embraced opportunities to learn, create, and collaborate both on campus and beyond. I was especially inspired by their curiosity, their willingness to embrace challenges, and the enthusiasm they brought to everything they did. From kindergarten through 12th grade, our kids engaged deeply in the classroom, found their voices through the arts, excelled on the athletic fields, and made a real difference through their service.
We saw years of planning and community investment become part of everyday life at Oakwood. In February, 2026, the elementary campus Da Vinci Lab & Classroom Complex opened its doors, giving our children a dynamic new place where innovation and experimentation can flourish. The new fourth-grade classrooms, located on the second floor, have likewise become a vital new space, where students are collaborating and growing together. The new Fields at NoHo Park have quickly become an essential extension of campus, where students gather to train and compete. With the fields just a short walk away from the secondary campus, students and families spend fewer hours traveling and more time enjoying the countless benefits of taking part in athletics. This school year, Oakwood is continuing this important work, investing in the spaces and resources that will support our students and strengthen our school for years to come. We are making tremendous progress on another major building project, the 3C Center, a new academic building on the secondary campus that will house a theatre, visual arts studios, and versatile learning environments designed to empower all students to pursue their passions to the fullest.
The progress of this past year is a testament to the many people who invest in Oakwood every day. I am especially grateful for our volunteers and trustees, who play an essential role in school life, supporting classrooms, athletics, community events, and countless student experiences throughout the year. Their involvement sends a powerful message to our students about the importance of showing up for one another and the strength built through a caring community. I am equally grateful to our donors, whose generosity makes it possible for Oakwood’s educators, programs, and places to shape our students’ experiences.
Every day at Oakwood, I am reminded of the commitment this community brings to our school and to our students’ growth. The 2025-2026 Annual Report offers a glimpse into the many people, accomplishments, and moments that made the year so meaningful. From the faculty and staff who teach and support our students to the families, volunteers, trustees, and donors whose dedication helps our school flourish, we remain steadfast in our philosophy and in creating an environment where every student can grow and discover their strengths, contribute to their community, and find their place in making the world a better place.
With gratitude,
Jaime A. Dominguez P’23
Head of School