When Oak Grove History Appeared on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
This June, 7th and 8th grade Grovers spent several days exploring Washington, D.C., and New York City, learning firsthand about the people and events that shaped our nation. While visiting the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, they listened as the biography of a fallen service member—chosen at random from the wall—was read aloud. That day’s biography […]
Oak Grove to add Cross Country as Independent Program
Oak Grove is excited to announce the first season of our own, independent Oak Grove High School and Middle School Cross Country Program! We have had tremendous success building our distance Track and Field program the last several years. That momentum has led to Oak Grove’s own program for the first time as we look […]
Oak Grove Names Rev. Dr. Brian Beckstrom as Next President
Oak Grove Lutheran School announced today that Rev. Dr. Brian Beckstrom has been appointed as the school’s next president. Beckstrom will begin his role in June. “On behalf of the Oak Grove Board of Regents, we are grateful for the partnership of our families and community throughout this search. We are confident that Rev. Dr. […]
Oak Grove Celebrates a Century of Accreditation
Tuesday, February 24th was a day a century in the making for Oak Grove. In 1906, Oak Grove was first formed as Oak Grove Lutheran Ladies Seminary, based in Christian values and intended to serve primarily Norwegian students. The school would prepare girls from rural areas for service in the home, church and community at […]
2025 Faculty and Staff Shared Value Awards
Twice a year, six Oak Grove students in both middle and highs school are recognized by their peers and teachers for embodying one of Oak Grove’s Shared Values. Shared values, much like a mission statement, are meant to be timeless in their reflection of the organization’s character and culture. When Oak Grove is shining brightest, […]
Oak Grove’s New Addition: Sunderland Hall
Oak Grove’s 119th year is underway, and teachers are busy moving into our new space on the North Campus. Starting on November 11th, the building will be open for classes, lunch, and student use. This new centerpiece building is named Sunderland Hall, in honor of the David and Marlys Sunderland family, whose affinity for the […]
January Construction Updates
Though we are in the midst of another midwest winter, construction crews are as hard-working as ever! On the South Campus, the primary pre-engineered steel erection and roofing has been completed. Sheeting walls and enclosing the building is now the primary focus. This will continue for a few more weeks, and then insulation of the […]