Adolescence: The Bumpy Road Ahead
Head of School Laura Haskins presents a talk on what to expect during the tumultuous years of early adolescence. Current and prospective parents and caregivers of elementary and middle school girls are invited to get tips on balancing boundaries and independence and knowing the developmental milestones to look out for.
Open to the public! RSVP at https://calendly.com/vhogan-orchardhouse/bumpy-road-ahead
Let's Get Gritty- For 4th Grade Girls
This meetup for 4th grade girls is designed to flex their courage, determination, resilience, perseverance, and general stick-to-itiveness! Register your daughter by completing our Inquiry Form, and/or speak with Ms. Valerie Hogan!
OHMS Chorus & VCU Women's Basketball
SupportHER is a game aimed at breaking the current attendance record (6,002 on March 2nd, 2024) and to create an opportunity for the greater Richmond Community to support women’s sports.
Tickets are $5 each. Seating is in the reserved section, so everyone will have assigned seats.
Parent Open House
This event is perfect for prospective parents! To attend, complete our online INQUIRY FORM and follow prompts to register for Parent Open House, or reach out to Valerie Hogan.
Experience Orchard House’s approach to teaching, as well as how to apply for Admission and Tuition Assistance. Attendees will rotate through hands-on experiences led by our faculty and students! Adults only.
Sample sessions may include:
— Math: The Great Math Escape by Anne Talley
Up for some mystery and problem solving? Join Anne Talley in her Mathematical Escape Room. Solve a series of mathematical puzzles and problems to make your escape.
— Theater Arts: “That’s a Wrap!” by Janine Russo
Explore Open Scenes, Active Listening, & Repeatable Actions through two-person character scenes where participants brainstorm how best to build a story through improvisation, active listening, and repeatable actions. Parents will experience a mini-theatre arts class and discuss why having a theater arts class for four years promotes a lifelong appreciation for the world of theater.
— Science: Science in a “Nut Cell” by Jennifer Brookman
Welcome to OHMS's ScienTerrific Class! From exploring outer space to diving into an atom, we try to make the abstract a bit more concrete and personal! One-way Orchard House Girls learn science is through discussing information with me, then applying, creating and modeling their own interpretation! This helps to solidify the concepts and showcase true understanding... that lasts! Come see for yourself and take a journey into a plant cell with me. We may even learn a song along the way. This "Cell"ebration is just one of the many ways I try to show how science is like magic, but real!
The College Funding Coach
Orchard House will be hosting a workshop with The College Funding Coach on Tuesday, November 12 from 6:30-8:00pm. This workshop introduces parents to strategies for a variety of possibilities when it comes to college funding.
Alumnae Lunch
Each year on Election Day, alumnae are invited to have lunch with us while they let classmates and teachers know what’s new in their lives.
OHMS Annual Homecoming Block Party
Students, alumnae, families, and friends are all invited to join us at the annual Homecoming Block Party as we celebrate 26 years of Orchard House! Food trucks, music, and fun for the whole family. Bring a friend, the Block Party is open to the public too!
Ready to volunteer? Sign up for a volunteer shift here!
Coffee on the Lawn-Understanding your Middle Schooler
Drop by for a casual chat with OHMS teachers and parents centered on understanding your middle school daughter and helping her navigate these years with confidence. RSVP by completing our inquiry form.
Parent Book Club
There's plenty of time to start reading The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt and join us for some or all of the book discussions.
