Oakcrest School
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Why Oakcrest?
Becoming an Oakie
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Head of School's Welcome
Who We Are
Portrait of an Oakcrest Graduate
Meet Our Faculty and Staff
Faith
Mentoring
Parent Partnership
Why All-Girls?
Governance
O’Donovan Humanities Lecture
News
2025 Strategic Plan
Careers at Oakcrest
Homecoming 2025
Academics
arrow
An Oakcrest Education
Academic Program
Middle School
Upper School
The Senior Thesis
College Counseling
STEM at Oakcrest
Course Guide and Textbook Lists
Student Life
arrow
Life at Oakcrest
Oakcrest Traditions
Student Leadership
Service
Character Development
Clubs and Activities
Uniforms
Student International Travel
Athletics
arrow
Athletics at Oakcrest
Sports Offered
Athletics Calendar
Athletics Highlights
Athletes in College
The College-Bound Oakcrest Student-Athlete
McGowan Family Athletic Center
Arts
arrow
Welcome to the Arts
Music
arrow
Instrumental
Vocal Performance
Visual Arts
Theatre
Arts in the News
Meet Me In St. Louis 2025
Giving
arrow
Why Give?
2026 "Heart of Oakcrest" Gala
Annual Fund
Anna Diederich Field
Patrons of the Arts
Ways to Give
Funding Our Priorities
Parents
Alumnae
Calendar
Careers @ Oakcrest
Oakie Outfitters
OakcrestConnect
Summer Programs 2026
2026 HUMANITIES LECTURE
Girls Thrive at Oakcrest
Oakcrest School, in partnership with parents, challenges girls in grades 6-12 to develop their intellect, character, faith, and leadership potential to thrive in college and throughout their lives.
Guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirituality of Opus Dei, we weave together a rich liberal arts curriculum, character development, one-on-one mentoring and service to create a vibrant environment that graduates confident, young women–young women who will make a difference in all they choose to do.
Visit our campus and learn more about applying!
Begin your journey as an Oakie with our upcoming Admissions Events!
Tuition Assistance Information
Session
,
November 13
Admissions Information
Session
,
December 2
Admissions Events
2025-2026 School Profile
Begin Your Parent Tour
Parent Partnership
Academic Program
Are You Ready to Be an Oakie?
Life at Oakcrest
At a Glance
Oakcrest By The Numbers
7:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
312
Enrollment
1:1
Student Mentor Ratio
13
Sports
16
Average Class Size
1
/
5
Academic Excellence
We offer an exceptional liberal arts education spanning the arts, humanities, mathematics, science, and technology that challenges students and inspires them to become lifelong learners.
LEARN MORE
Faith
Oakcrest offers an education grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirit of Opus Dei, a personal prelature of the Catholic Church.
Learn More
Parent Partnership
We are committed to supporting parents as the primary educator
s
of their children. The whole family benefits from the Oakcrest experience.
LEARN MORE
Mentoring
The cornerstone of a student’s education at Oakcrest, our mentoring program encourages, guides and supports each student as she strives for academic excellence and personal growth.
LEARN MORE
Recent News
List of 3 news stories.
Opening the Heart of Oakcrest: The Impact of Tuition Assistance
3/25/2026
At Oakcrest School, our mission is great and aspirational, but it is not abstract. It is lived out each day in the lives of our students: the young women who fill our classrooms, walk our hallways, and grow into who they are meant to be.
This mission is not reserved for a select few. It is meant to be shared. Each year, that commitment takes concrete shape through tuition assistance, ensuring that families who seek an Oakcrest education are able to access it.
School Resources & Facilities: Caring for the Spaces Where the Heart of Oakcrest Grows
3/19/2026
At Oakcrest School, so much of the mission is visible: classroom discussions, mentoring conversations, student performances, and moments of joy and growth. But behind each of these lies something quieter and often unseen: the work that makes those moments possible in the first place. This is the work of the facilities team at Oakcrest, the caretakers of our school’s campus, facilities, and resources.
At the Heart of Oakcrest: Supporting the Faculty Who Form Our Students
3/11/2026
At Oakcrest School, the mission of forming young women of intellect, character, faith, and leadership begins with the faculty who guide them each day. They are the “boots on the ground” for a complex mission that requires tact, excellence in formation, and joy. Behind every classroom discussion, mentoring conversation, and moment of discovery stands an Oakcrest teacher committed not only to academic excellence, but to the full formation of the student.
More News
Upcoming Events
List of 6 events.
Apr
24
Oakcrest Mothers Club - Fueling the Future: Breakfast and Smart Eating for Healthy Teens by Nutritional Therapist Mrs. Geraldine Freshour
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM
Location: 3rd-Floor Faculty Lounge
Apr
24
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Apr
24
New Oakie Welcome Party
3:30 PM
to
5:30 PM
Apr
25
Junior-Senior Prom
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM
Location: Country Club of Fairfax, 5110 Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
Apr
27
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Apr
28
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Calendar
Only at Oakcrest
Elisa Torres
“It’s really good for the students to know that the teachers love their subjects and not just teaching it, but also living it." Ms. Elisa Torres.
Jessie Waites
“What I find really beautiful is that everyone here, from the students to the faculty and the faculty to the students, everyone really does want the other to be happy, and they are willing to walk with you to get you there,” Mrs. Waites says.
Liz Rolwes, Dean of Students
“An Oakie is a young woman who strives for excellence, not necessarily to perfection, but she knows herself and is generous toward others. An Oakie knows how to stand up for what she believes in and has a real love for the world, making it as good as it can be. Wherever she touches, it will be better.”
Stephanie Passero
“(An Oakie) understands that freedom is not merely saying or doing whatever she wishes, but uniting and informing her thoughts with the Christian understanding of virtue,” Ms. Passero explains. “She understands the importance of the great thinkers of the past, and is willing to consider that foundation before reaching her own conclusions."
Mary Warren
"I feel like I've come home," Mrs. Warren says. "This is where I belong. I'm excited about watching our students grow and graduate."
Margaret Sweatman
“Oakcrest’s mission of cultivating virtues in our daughters extends from the classroom to our courts, fields, and pools,” Mrs. Sweatman explains. “Oakcrest educates the whole person. Sports allow our daughters to experience challenges and teamwork in a unique and beautiful way that transforms their confidence into strength.”
Cynthia Bertolini
“Oakcrest has really stayed true to its mission through substantial growth,” Mrs. Bertolini said. “That hasn’t been easy and it hasn’t been linear, but Oakcrest has taken its mission very seriously in an uncompromising way.”
Monica Pompei
“The joy and the mission (of Oakcrest) have remained exactly the same,” Ms. Pompei recalls. “It has been constant, the dedication to the formation of the students and the quality of the academics and the parent partnership. There is a concern for every single student here.”
Alix Baldwin
“Overall, the culture here is that of cheerful, hard work and that is what a music program needs to be super successful,” Instrumental Director Mrs. Alix Baldwin says. “What these girls are able to do even in a smaller school is extremely impressive. Music is a really enjoyable way for a girl to experience God - all of the beauty should direct to God. They love this music that hopefully gives them another way to consider the beauty of God.”
Christie Keuchel, Head of School
“I’ve had many friendships develop through the years because of Oakcrest. I enjoy being part of the lives of the girls and hope to encourage them to do their best and love life. There can be challenges that young women face, but we at Oakcrest have the opportunity to really impact the girls in a way that can help guide them to make great choices aiming for the good, the true and the beautiful.”
Why We Love Oakcrest
Celina Heeter Schneider '95, mother of Addie '27 and Ellie '29
Oakcrest
is a unique place, that truly nurtures a girl, helping her to
develop
into a well-rounded, thoughtful person. Someone who strives to reach her potential in the vocation she has chosen, whether that be doctor, scientist, CEO or mother, while being compassionate and generous in her pursuit of excellence. The longest and truest friendships I have made have been at Oakcrest. There I was able to grow as a whole person alongside people who had similar values and goals; together we grew in character and skill as we pursued new and different interests and talents.
Margarita Ucero, mother of Ana '22
I believe in strong woman leadership. I think the school has gotten that formula right. I think the school teaches our daughters to understand what God’s plan might be for each of them and instructs them how to put those gifts to work for the greater good of humanity. The world today requires a lot from women, with many narratives, and equipping them with the truth is important for them to succeed. I think Oakcrest has figured out a way to give our girls a beautiful balance of all of those elements to hopefully choose with wisdom the grace of the spirit in their minds and hearts as they go throughout their lives. And that is priceless.
Frances North '20
At the end of the Oakcrest journey, a girl leaves empowered to make a difference in the world around her and to continue discovering who she is and how she can best fulfill her vocation, which is truly the quest of a lifetime.
Giorgina (Agostini '15) Narango
At Oakcrest, I was the first exchange student to be sent to our sister school, Orvalle, in Madrid, Spain. This exchange played a huge role in my interests and professional life today. I learned the importance of communicating and collaborating across differences, as well as the significance of learning languages and appreciating different cultures.
Judy Gallagher '00
I learned the value of being the most knowledgeable person in the room when it comes to advocating for a position.
Ana Gamonal de Navarro, mother of Lourdes '21, Bianca ‘23 and Veronica ‘25
From day one, Oakcrest was a very welcoming community. From the front office personnel, to the admissions team, to the Head of School, Oakcrest exemplifies the type of ambiance you want to raise your daughters in: respectful, faithful, intellectual and joyful.
Summer Programs
Oakcrest Podcast Channel
Strong Families, Strong Daughters Blog
APPLY TODAY
INQUIRE
OAKLEAF MAGAZINE
Contact Us
1619 Crowell Road, Vienna, VA 22182
703-790-5450
Oakcrest Connect
Admissions
arrow
Why Oakcrest?
Becoming an Oakie
Affording Oakcrest
Admissions Events
Oakcrest Facts
Oakie Testimonials
International Admissions
Bus Service
Request Information
About Us
arrow
Head of School's Welcome
Who We Are
Portrait of an Oakcrest Graduate
Meet Our Faculty and Staff
Faith
Mentoring
Parent Partnership
Why All-Girls?
Governance
O’Donovan Humanities Lecture
News
2025 Strategic Plan
Careers at Oakcrest
Homecoming 2025
Academics
arrow
An Oakcrest Education
Academic Program
Middle School
Upper School
The Senior Thesis
College Counseling
STEM at Oakcrest
Course Guide and Textbook Lists
Student Life
arrow
Life at Oakcrest
Oakcrest Traditions
Student Leadership
Service
Character Development
Clubs and Activities
Uniforms
Student International Travel
Athletics
arrow
Athletics at Oakcrest
Sports Offered
Athletics Calendar
Athletics Highlights
Athletes in College
The College-Bound Oakcrest Student-Athlete
McGowan Family Athletic Center
Arts
arrow
Welcome to the Arts
Music
arrow
Instrumental
Vocal Performance
Visual Arts
Theatre
Arts in the News
Meet Me In St. Louis 2025
Giving
arrow
Why Give?
2026 "Heart of Oakcrest" Gala
Annual Fund
Anna Diederich Field
Patrons of the Arts
Ways to Give
Funding Our Priorities
Parents
Alumnae
Calendar
Careers @ Oakcrest
Oakie Outfitters
OakcrestConnect
Summer Programs 2026
2026 HUMANITIES LECTURE
Girls Thrive at Oakcrest
Oakcrest School, in partnership with parents, challenges girls in grades 6-12 to develop their intellect, character, faith, and leadership potential to thrive in college and throughout their lives.
Guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirituality of Opus Dei, we weave together a rich liberal arts curriculum, character development, one-on-one mentoring and service to create a vibrant environment that graduates confident, young women–young women who will make a difference in all they choose to do.
Visit our campus and learn more about applying!
Begin your journey as an Oakie with our upcoming Admissions Events!
Tuition Assistance Information
Session
,
November 13
Admissions Information
Session
,
December 2
Admissions Events
2025-2026 School Profile
Begin Your Parent Tour
Parent Partnership
Academic Program
Are You Ready to Be an Oakie?
Life at Oakcrest
At a Glance
Oakcrest By The Numbers
7:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
312
Enrollment
1:1
Student Mentor Ratio
13
Sports
16
Average Class Size
1
/
5
Academic Excellence
We offer an exceptional liberal arts education spanning the arts, humanities, mathematics, science, and technology that challenges students and inspires them to become lifelong learners.
LEARN MORE
Faith
Oakcrest offers an education grounded in the teachings of the Catholic Church and the spirit of Opus Dei, a personal prelature of the Catholic Church.
Learn More
Parent Partnership
We are committed to supporting parents as the primary educator
s
of their children. The whole family benefits from the Oakcrest experience.
LEARN MORE
Mentoring
The cornerstone of a student’s education at Oakcrest, our mentoring program encourages, guides and supports each student as she strives for academic excellence and personal growth.
LEARN MORE
Recent News
List of 3 news stories.
Opening the Heart of Oakcrest: The Impact of Tuition Assistance
3/25/2026
At Oakcrest School, our mission is great and aspirational, but it is not abstract. It is lived out each day in the lives of our students: the young women who fill our classrooms, walk our hallways, and grow into who they are meant to be.
This mission is not reserved for a select few. It is meant to be shared. Each year, that commitment takes concrete shape through tuition assistance, ensuring that families who seek an Oakcrest education are able to access it.
School Resources & Facilities: Caring for the Spaces Where the Heart of Oakcrest Grows
3/19/2026
At Oakcrest School, so much of the mission is visible: classroom discussions, mentoring conversations, student performances, and moments of joy and growth. But behind each of these lies something quieter and often unseen: the work that makes those moments possible in the first place. This is the work of the facilities team at Oakcrest, the caretakers of our school’s campus, facilities, and resources.
At the Heart of Oakcrest: Supporting the Faculty Who Form Our Students
3/11/2026
At Oakcrest School, the mission of forming young women of intellect, character, faith, and leadership begins with the faculty who guide them each day. They are the “boots on the ground” for a complex mission that requires tact, excellence in formation, and joy. Behind every classroom discussion, mentoring conversation, and moment of discovery stands an Oakcrest teacher committed not only to academic excellence, but to the full formation of the student.
More News
Upcoming Events
List of 6 events.
Apr
24
Oakcrest Mothers Club - Fueling the Future: Breakfast and Smart Eating for Healthy Teens by Nutritional Therapist Mrs. Geraldine Freshour
8:00 AM
to
9:00 AM
Location: 3rd-Floor Faculty Lounge
Apr
24
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Apr
24
New Oakie Welcome Party
3:30 PM
to
5:30 PM
Apr
25
Junior-Senior Prom
7:00 PM
to
11:00 PM
Location: Country Club of Fairfax, 5110 Ox Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
Apr
27
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Apr
28
Mass
9:55 AM
to
9:55 AM
Calendar
Only at Oakcrest
Elisa Torres
“It’s really good for the students to know that the teachers love their subjects and not just teaching it, but also living it." Ms. Elisa Torres.
Jessie Waites
“What I find really beautiful is that everyone here, from the students to the faculty and the faculty to the students, everyone really does want the other to be happy, and they are willing to walk with you to get you there,” Mrs. Waites says.
Liz Rolwes, Dean of Students
“An Oakie is a young woman who strives for excellence, not necessarily to perfection, but she knows herself and is generous toward others. An Oakie knows how to stand up for what she believes in and has a real love for the world, making it as good as it can be. Wherever she touches, it will be better.”
Stephanie Passero
“(An Oakie) understands that freedom is not merely saying or doing whatever she wishes, but uniting and informing her thoughts with the Christian understanding of virtue,” Ms. Passero explains. “She understands the importance of the great thinkers of the past, and is willing to consider that foundation before reaching her own conclusions."
Mary Warren
"I feel like I've come home," Mrs. Warren says. "This is where I belong. I'm excited about watching our students grow and graduate."
Margaret Sweatman
“Oakcrest’s mission of cultivating virtues in our daughters extends from the classroom to our courts, fields, and pools,” Mrs. Sweatman explains. “Oakcrest educates the whole person. Sports allow our daughters to experience challenges and teamwork in a unique and beautiful way that transforms their confidence into strength.”
Cynthia Bertolini
“Oakcrest has really stayed true to its mission through substantial growth,” Mrs. Bertolini said. “That hasn’t been easy and it hasn’t been linear, but Oakcrest has taken its mission very seriously in an uncompromising way.”
Monica Pompei
“The joy and the mission (of Oakcrest) have remained exactly the same,” Ms. Pompei recalls. “It has been constant, the dedication to the formation of the students and the quality of the academics and the parent partnership. There is a concern for every single student here.”
Alix Baldwin
“Overall, the culture here is that of cheerful, hard work and that is what a music program needs to be super successful,” Instrumental Director Mrs. Alix Baldwin says. “What these girls are able to do even in a smaller school is extremely impressive. Music is a really enjoyable way for a girl to experience God - all of the beauty should direct to God. They love this music that hopefully gives them another way to consider the beauty of God.”
Christie Keuchel, Head of School
“I’ve had many friendships develop through the years because of Oakcrest. I enjoy being part of the lives of the girls and hope to encourage them to do their best and love life. There can be challenges that young women face, but we at Oakcrest have the opportunity to really impact the girls in a way that can help guide them to make great choices aiming for the good, the true and the beautiful.”
Why We Love Oakcrest
Celina Heeter Schneider '95, mother of Addie '27 and Ellie '29
Oakcrest
is a unique place, that truly nurtures a girl, helping her to
develop
into a well-rounded, thoughtful person. Someone who strives to reach her potential in the vocation she has chosen, whether that be doctor, scientist, CEO or mother, while being compassionate and generous in her pursuit of excellence. The longest and truest friendships I have made have been at Oakcrest. There I was able to grow as a whole person alongside people who had similar values and goals; together we grew in character and skill as we pursued new and different interests and talents.
Margarita Ucero, mother of Ana '22
I believe in strong woman leadership. I think the school has gotten that formula right. I think the school teaches our daughters to understand what God’s plan might be for each of them and instructs them how to put those gifts to work for the greater good of humanity. The world today requires a lot from women, with many narratives, and equipping them with the truth is important for them to succeed. I think Oakcrest has figured out a way to give our girls a beautiful balance of all of those elements to hopefully choose with wisdom the grace of the spirit in their minds and hearts as they go throughout their lives. And that is priceless.
Frances North '20
At the end of the Oakcrest journey, a girl leaves empowered to make a difference in the world around her and to continue discovering who she is and how she can best fulfill her vocation, which is truly the quest of a lifetime.
Giorgina (Agostini '15) Narango
At Oakcrest, I was the first exchange student to be sent to our sister school, Orvalle, in Madrid, Spain. This exchange played a huge role in my interests and professional life today. I learned the importance of communicating and collaborating across differences, as well as the significance of learning languages and appreciating different cultures.
Judy Gallagher '00
I learned the value of being the most knowledgeable person in the room when it comes to advocating for a position.
Ana Gamonal de Navarro, mother of Lourdes '21, Bianca ‘23 and Veronica ‘25
From day one, Oakcrest was a very welcoming community. From the front office personnel, to the admissions team, to the Head of School, Oakcrest exemplifies the type of ambiance you want to raise your daughters in: respectful, faithful, intellectual and joyful.
Summer Programs
Oakcrest Podcast Channel
Strong Families, Strong Daughters Blog
APPLY TODAY
INQUIRE
OAKLEAF MAGAZINE
Contact Us
1619 Crowell Road, Vienna, VA 22182
703-790-5450