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Spring Sports Recap: Boys Tennis won the state championship, finishing 13-1 with its only loss coming to a 6A opponent and also capturing the district title. Theo F. ’26 and Lachlan O-J. ’28 were doubles state champions, while Ishaan B. ’26 and Mason D. ’26 placed second, and Stu Y. ’26 and Madan D. ’28 finished third, giving OES a 1-2-3 sweep.

Girls Tennis placed fourth in the state. Cici J. ’26 and Ella L. ’26 were state runners-up in doubles, while Margo N. ’29 and Hailey C. ’28 qualified for the singles championship.

For the first time in history, Boys Track & Field won the OSAA state championship, earning 14 medals and 67.5 points. Ronan G. ’26 won the 1500m and 3000m, setting a state meet record in the 1500m. The 4x100m relay team of Ryder S. ’26, Lincoln W. ’26, Theo S. ’26, and Brady M. ’27 won state, while Kermit R. ’28, Ronan G. ’26, Lincoln W. ’26, and Brady M. ’27 captured the 4x400m title with a new school-record.

Girls Track & Field qualified seven athletes for state. Andy B. ’28 placed fourth and Kate V. ’27 finished sixth in the 3000m. Maya S. ’26 took 6th in the 800m, and the team set a new school record in the 100m during the season.

Boys Lacrosse reached the state semifinals after spending much of the year ranked No. 1 and finishing with a state-best 17 wins. Quinn S. ’27 was named an All-American, Oregon Player of the Year, and first-team all-state. Jack A. ’26 earned All-American and first-team all-state honors, while Roman D. ’27, Nick J. ’26, and Cameron F. ’27 were first-team all-state. Leif G. ’27 was named second-team all-state, and Donovan F. ’27 was an honorable mention.

Girls Lacrosse advanced to the state quarterfinals, finishing with 10 wins. Ruby H. ’27 was named an All-American and first-team all-state, while Jojo K. ’26 earned Academic All-American and first-team all-state honors. Lexi B. ’29 was named second-team all-state.

Boys Golf finished eighth in the state and third in district. Braden T. ’27 earned third-team all-state honors, and Jake S. ’26 received honorable mention.

Girls Golf saw Linda W. ’27 earn state honorable mention with a 19th-place finish at state after placing third individually at districts.

Go Varks!

OES Head of School The Rev. Michael Spencer was recently published in the Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education’s Quarterly “Connections” publication. In his thoughtful reflection, Spencer explores how personal identity, belonging, and shared humanity shape the work of schools. Drawing from his Cape Verdean heritage and experiences navigating questions of race and belonging, he calls on schools to foster communities grounded in empathy, pluralism, civil discourse, and connection across difference.

Through concepts like Beloved Community, bridging, and ubuntu, Spencer challenges schools to move beyond division and create spaces where every student feels seen, valued, and empowered to engage meaningfully with the world. Read the full article to explore this powerful vision for education and community: https://www.oes.edu/board-posts/~board/multiple-divisional-newsletter-posts/post/the-rev-michael-spencer-on-belonging-and-community.

OES Upper Schoolers brought months of hard work to the world stage at the International Science and Engineering Fair 2026. Competing alongside thousands of student researchers from around the globe, they represented OES with curiosity, creativity, and a deep commitment to scientific inquiry.

“It was truly eye-opening,” said Edwin Y. ‘27. “Being surrounded by thousands of students from around the world who are all passionate about solving complex problems was incredibly inspiring.” Edwin shared that meeting students from across the world at the opening mixer and presenting his research to the judges were among the most memorable moments of the experience.

Upper School Science Teacher Joshua Caditz described ISEF as “a massive honor” and reflected on the collaborative spirit of the trip. From group presentation practice sessions with feedback from peers and mentors to card games and meals shared together between events, the experience built both confidence and community. “It ended up building a lot of community,” Caditz said. “I love how the students listen closely to each other and think deeply about each other's presentations and give feedback.”

“Without Joshua, our project wouldn’t have worked in so many different ways,” said Joel G. ‘27. “He is such a great teacher.”