2025-2026 School Year
Photo & Video
Gallery
Each week while school is in session, we are continually posting new photos. There is often a camera on campus somewhere. Photo Galleries from the 2024-2025 school year are available
HERE.
Photos in these galleries are often lightly edited for composition and presentation.
Days of Gratitude
November 20, 2025
Students in Ms. Rempart’s and Mrs. Esquer’s English classes took part in something called Days of Gratitude. Across grades 9–12, students spent time writing thank-you letters to individuals who have generously supported OAA. Each letter was a chance for our students to pause, reflect, and recognize the people who help make their school experience possible.
Chesney Prairie
November 19, 2025
Students in Mr. Krein’s Biology class took a short trip to Chesney Prairie on Wednesday. While there, they had the opportunity to observe a prescribed burn, an important conservation practice used to maintain prairie ecosystems and prevent them from becoming overgrown with forest.
Class Flag Reveal
November 19, 2025
On Wednesday, our students continued one of Ozark’s favorite traditions — the annual Class Flag Reveal! Each class, from freshmen to seniors, designed and hand-painted a queen-sized flag that represents their class's aim for the year and the values they’re committed to living.
This Week in Art
November 19, 2025
Students in Mrs. Esquer’s evening art class have been getting into the Christmas spirit in a fun way—hand-painting wooden ornaments! Each wood slice became its own little piece of holiday art. From frosty snowmen to candy canes, every ornament is completely unique and full of personality.
Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art
November 16, 2025
Students in Mrs. Esquer’s English II classes visited the Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Art in Tulsa. The museum preserves thousands of years of Jewish history, art, and culture—and the Sanditen/Kaiser Holocaust Center within it powerfully reminded our students how hate, intolerance, and indifference can lead to tragedy.
This Week Around Campus
November 14, 2025
From students in Mr. Krein’s Physics class testing firing golf balls from their PVC trebuchets to puzzle games in Mrs. Esquer’s English II class, photos from around campus this week.
Skyhawks vs. Fayetteville Christian
November 11, 2025
Here’s the full replay of Ozark Adventist Academy’s Skyhawk boys basketball game against the Fayetteville Christian Eagles on November 11. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Skyhawks!
This Week Around Campus
November 7, 2025
Photos from around campus this week, with some thrown in from last week.
Campus Ministries in Tulsa
November 2, 2025
Some of our students headed to Tulsa First Church on Sunday and helped pack 26,403 meals for families in need. Brad Simmons, OAA's Bible Teacher, led the trip. On the way back, the students were already asking him when they could do something like this again. Photo Credit: Brad Simmons
Senior Night
November 1, 2025
Photos from Saturday night’s Senior Night program. We’re so proud of each of our seniors! A big thank you to everyone who participated in the silent auction and bake sale, helping raise funds for the Class of 2026.
Skyhawks vs. Rogers Charter
October 28, 2025
A strong start to the season! The Skyhawks opened with a 53 to 40 win against Rogers Charter on Tuesday, October 28th. The Skyhawks showed great energy and effort on both ends of the court.
Life Skills
October 2025
What if you were backpacking and lost your shoe in the river? In Mrs. Esquer’s Life Skills class, students are learning to be ready for anything—from changing oil and tires to knitting and crocheting—and yes, even making shoes out of gray tape!
Water Quality Testing
October 16 & 17, 2025
On Thursday and Friday, Mr. Krein’s Earth Science students headed down to the creek to study water quality. From running physical tests to examining the critters that call the creek home, students learned how to assess the health of a water ecosystem firsthand.
Ladyhawk Volleyball vs. Alumni
October 11, 2025
A look back at Alumni Weekend! The Ladyhawks defeated the alumni on October 11. Thank you to all who joined us to celebrate and reconnect.
OAA vs. The New School
October 14, 2025
Watch the full game between OAA's Ladyhawk volleyball team and The New School. One of the students on OAA's Yearbook and Media Team did the graphics and recording.
Skyhawk vs. Alumni Game
October 11, 2025
The alumni beat the Skyhawks Saturday night in the Skyhawk vs Alumni game, but it was great to have some of our former students and players back home on the court!
Class of 1975 Reception
October 10, 2025
Members of the Class of 1975 gathered for a special 50-year reception on Friday evening, October 10, during Alumni Reunion Weekend. It was a time to reconnect, share memories, and reflect on the many years since their days at Ozark.
Benefit Gala
October 9, 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's benefit gala. A special thank you to Todd and Shaunna Mason, Dan Griffith, and the cafeteria team for the amazing food and to our NHS students who helped serve and clean up.
This Week with Mrs. Esquer
September 25, 2025
From brush strokes to yarn loops, Mrs. Esquer’s students were filling this week with creativity and skill-building. Beautiful work, everyone!
National Honor Society
September 20, 2025
On Saturday night, eight students were inducted into Ozark Adventist Academy’s chapter of the National Honor Society. Membership in NHS is based on the four pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
National Honor Society
September 20, 2025
Photos from Saturday night's National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Eight students were inducted into Ozark Adventist Academy's NHS chapter. Congratulations new members!
Constitution Day
September 17, 2025
Ms. Storie’s U.S. History and Government students celebrated Constitution Day—marking the signing of the U.S. Constitution. From donuts to their own signed “constitution,” it was a fun way to honor such an important document in American history!
Ladyhawks vs. The New School
September 16, 2025
OAA’s Ladyhawks came focused Tuesday night, defeating The New School in straight sets! The Ladyhawks next game is an away game against Union Christian on Sept. 23. Go Ladyhawks!
Glimpses Inside Mr. Krein's Classroom
September 11, 2025
Students in Mr. Krein’s biology classes spent Thursday dissecting sterilized owl pellets. They discovered bones, fur, and other remains that tell the story of an owl’s diet. Hands-on science at its best.
Fall Picnic
September 7, 2025
Sunday was SA Fall Picnic! Students swapped Chromebooks for volleyballs, tennis rackets, and swimming suits—school never looked like so much fun.
Kayaking on City Lake
September 6, 2025
The Sabbath afternoon activity this week was kayaking and canoeing at City Lake. The weather was perfect! Thank you, Leo Nash, for providing the kayaks and canoes!
Scrimmage vs. NWA Hornets
September 4, 2025
OAA's Skyhawk soccer team played a scrimmage game against the NWA Hornets on Tuesday evening. The Skyhawks won 5 to 3.
Junk Scramble
August 23
Our students went all-out for Junk Scramble — what a night! The event was livestreamed. The seniors won with 67 points. Check out an archived copy of the video on YouTube.
This Week Around Campus
August 22
From Friday evening’s Prayer Glow, to Biology class presentations with Mr. Krein, to handing out this year’s Flintstone student booklet—here’s a look at life on campus this week.
Creek Walk
August 16
OAA’s Sabbath afternoon activity was a creek walk—not beside the creek, but through it! Special thanks to our lifeguards, Crystal Beierle and Mattie East, and to Ikechi, Micah, Enoch, and Olga for helping with photos and video.
This Week Around Campus
August 15
Our hallways are busy again! From new faces to familiar friends, the first week back has been full of energy, laughter and smiles. Here’s a look at some snapshots from around campus as we kick off another great school year together.
Registration and Move-In Day
August 10
After all the students were registered and moved into the dormitories on Sunday, there was pizza and fresh fruit for supper, a get-acquainted handshake, and watermelon on the patio in front of the cafeteria.
Day Student Registration
August 7
Day student registration took place Thursday, Aug. 7. Registration for dorm students and any day students who still need to register will take place Sunday, Aug. 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We look forward to welcoming more students to campus and getting the school year off to a great start!