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Xochi Lubin-Amaya

04/19/19

Xochi lives in Sebastopol, California and works as a therapist with at risk and incarcerated youth all over Sonoma County, she also teaches yoga part time in West Sonoma County. When she gets a chance to go enjoy the natural beauty of where she lives she likes to take photographs of the sky.

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Katarina Schmidt

06/22/18

Katarina Schmidt recently graduated with a Masters in Education from the University of Washington and will begin teaching 4th grade at Gregory Heights Elementary in Burien, Washington this fall.

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Lisa Radecki

05/23/16

Lisa Radecki is in Southern California this summer as an intern working for Kaiser Permanente in their Innovation Center.

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Mary Arose

03/08/16

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Temple Dance Initiation Course

Mary Arose studied at the Temple Dance Initiation in India, a month long intensive embodiment course, it required her to show up, in person, and be present with herself, her body, the group of women and the teachings. She said each day was profound and rigorous with almost 7 hours of physical training during the day and mystery school and chanting during the evening.

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I have learned so many skills and habits that have made me a better person throughout my time here. To name a few: I have learned how to be a good roommate, how to communicate, and how to trust myself. I have learned the importance of staying hydrated, getting good sleep, and having a clean work space. I have learned how to share space both in the studios and dorms. Lastly, I have learned that it’s okay to advocate for what you need and that there is no harm in asking for help or support.

— Grace Reynolds, Fall 2023

It's been a whirlwind week, but also a time when I sang the praises of Oxbow to my colleagues. I've been thinking much about how Oxbow is an exemplar of true education. That art centers the curriculum is hardly surprising, and for those of us who work within the traditional educational mold Oxbow offers a gold standard of focused project based learning. Beyond the school's approach to immersive experience are the intangibles which make Oxbow different. The sense of community and of working together, even as each student retained their strong individual presence is palpable. The feeling of warmth and trust between the adults and the nearly adults in the Oxbow community could be felt throughout the campus. The openness of the architecture and interconnectedness of the three studios in themselves speak of the Oxbow philosophy and identity. More than form follows function, the physical attributes of Oxbow have a distinct warmth and invite exploration.

I'm sure that the ongoing challenges of leading and reinventing your school might sometimes keep you from having the time to see Oxbow with the fresh eyes of a visitor, but your steady presence and vision are really visible in every detail. Thank you for inviting me to one of the most profound experiences in my career.

— Ken Rush, Visual Arts Department, Packer Collegiate Institute

Oxbow School is one of the preeminent choices for creative high school students interested in the arts. Their project-based, integrated approach to learning mirrors the approach of many top art schools. At California College of the Arts, we are thrilled to see applicants who have attended Oxbow because we know they are well prepared for the rigors of college level work. I wish there had been an Oxbow School when I was a high school student!

— Stephen Beal, President, California College of the Arts

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