Athletics

Athletics

We’re reinventing athletics at OFHS. Our philosophy is simple: Everyone plays, everyone goes for “personal best,” everyone has fun.  

Our personalized sports and fitness program is based on student-led individual goals and interests, with progress tracked under the supervision of teachers and/or coaches.

Offerings have included track and cross country, squash, tennis, golf, swimming, sailing, rock climbing, kayaking, horseback riding, trapeze, ultimate Frisbee, yoga, tai chi, and more. Our partnerships with Potomac Paddle Sports, DC Sails, and the New York Trapeze School of Washington allow students to learn skills from certified professionals.

Students may also earn athletics credit for approved fitness-based extracurricular activities. 

Electives & Social Connections

Utilizing the rich and diverse local arts community for inspiration, students vote on electives they wish to pursue each semester. Offerings have included painting, sculpture, poetry and ceramics, instrumental music, voice, band, music production, drama, dance, and more.

Electives may take place on or off campus, and students may earn credit for creative and performing arts activities they’re pursuing outside of school. 

Additionally, OFHS students organize social activities according to their interests. Through partnerships with other small schools in the DC area – including MYSA School, Nora School, and Blyth-Templeton Academy – they reach out to other high school students and request the support of an advising adult. Social activities have included coffeehouse meetups, hiking and biking excursions, book clubs, and more. 

Take a look at a sample Weekly Schedule to see how athletics, electives, and social connections integrate with academics: