Norfolk Collegiate

Today we're throwing it back to Art in the Yard, an annual tradition hosted by our Art Club!

Upper school students gathered in the Harris Courtyard for an afternoon of creativity, collaboration and fun, enjoying everything from friendship bracelet making and paper flowers to face painting, rock painting, music and a collaborative art project.

Art in the Yard is a wonderful reminder of the creativity, community and joy that make life in the upper school so special. Thank you to our Art Club for creating another memorable spring day for our Oaks!

Way to go, Oaks!

Leadership starts early at Norfolk Collegiate.

Lower school students experienced democracy in action during the Student Government Association speeches and election process. Candidates in grades 4 and 5 stepped in front of the entire lower school to campaign for president, vice president, treasurer and secretary, delivering thoughtful speeches that showcased confidence, creativity and leadership.

In preparation for election day, candidates designed campaign posters, created videos and shared why they believed they would best serve their fellow students. After the speeches, students in pre-K through grade 5 cast their votes for the candidates they believed would lead with integrity and purpose.

A huge congratulations to all of the students who ran for office and to those elected by their peers. We are so proud of the courage, character and communication skills each candidate demonstrated throughout the process. These young leaders truly reflected the qualities found in the Lower School Portrait of an Oak — showing confidence, responsibility, respect and a commitment to community. We look forward to officially installing our new SGA officers at the start of the next school year! 💙

🎉 Happy birthday, Thea! This sweet Oak celebrated her special day with her classmates through our Lower School Birthday Program.

Be sure to wish her a wonderful year ahead when you see her!

Congratulations to Norfolk Collegiate alumnus Kadin Ewing ’22 on graduating from George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a concentration in Allied Health Sciences! 🎓

Kadin’s journey is just getting started — next up, he plans to pursue his Doctorate of Physical Therapy with a specialization in sports medicine. We are so proud of all he has accomplished already and cannot wait to see the impact he’ll make helping athletes and patients thrive.

Way to go, Kadin! 🙌

👉 Alumni and alumni families: We LOVE celebrating your milestones — graduations, career news, adventures, awards and exciting life moments. Send your updates and photos to Amanda Bryer, associate director of development and alumni engagement, at [email protected].

Once an Oak, always an Oak!

And just like that, the 2025–26 school year comes to a close for many of our Oaks.

From classrooms and performances to athletic competitions, celebrations and unforgettable everyday moments, this year was filled with academic and social growth, connection and so much Oak pride. Thank you to our incredible students, faculty, staff, families and community for making this year so special.

We are grateful for every memory made and can’t wait to see what’s ahead for our Oaks. Until then — have a fun, restful and adventure-filled summer!

And don’t worry — our pre-K friends are still busy learning, playing and making memories with us through July 24!

🎉 Happy birthday, Casper, Sophie and Chira! These sweet Oaks celebrated their special day with their classmates through our Lower School Birthday Program.

Be sure to wish them a wonderful year ahead when you see them!