The Welcome Project
Welcome to the heart of Oakhill's transformative journey - The Welcome Project.
What started as a necessary update to our gymnasium has grown into an exciting vision for the future of Oakhill Day School. The Welcome Project is a bold step forward, bringing together our master campus plan with key improvements that will elevate both our facilities and our sense of community. Over the next two years, this initiative will help create a campus that reflects the excellence of our academics—a space designed to inspire, nurture well-being, and foster inclusivity. We are deeply grateful to our generous donor base of families and friends, whose unwavering support makes it possible to turn this vision into reality. Together, we can build a future that matches the high-quality education Oakhill provides.
Explore the Vision
Phase I
Phase One of The Welcome Project brings exciting updates with the addition of new bathrooms and an inviting event lobby entrance off the gym. As Oakhill continues to grow, it’s important to create a space that feels warm and welcoming for every family, friend, and community member who visits. These updates will make the gym a central hub for events, with better facilities to comfortably host large crowds. The new design also allows guests to come and go during games and performances without interrupting the action, ensuring a more enjoyable experience for everyone.
Estimated Timeline: Break ground Spring 2025
Scope of The Welcome Project includes:
- Preconstruction
- Sitework (includes demolition of white house)
- Masonry
- Steel
- Carpentry
- Thermal & Moisture Protection
- Doors & Windows
- Finishing (Metal Studs & Drywall, Ceramic Tile - Walls, Ceramic Tile - Floor, Rubber Base, VCT, Polished Concrete, Acoustical Ceilings, Painting - Interior, Painting - Exterior
- Specialties
- Electrical
- Mechanical
Welcome Project Updates
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Thank You Donors!
- Pete Anderson
- Corner Cafe
- Taylor and Kaylyn Clevenger
- Maureen Clever and Family
- Carl Davis
- Brad and Lisa Diven
- Terri Ferris
- Erika Graham
- Dr. Michelle Dew and Ron Gregg
- Jeff and Amy Harlin
- Chris and Jenny Henry
- Jeff Holmes and Cody WalkerHolmes
- Amy Hood
- Barry and Melinda Kadel
- Brian and Collin Lovitt
- Bob and Gola MacDonald
- Smith and Elizabeth Manion
- Kevin and Suzanne McCanles
- The Mathes Family
- Meierotto Jewelers
- Safiya Mohamed
- Maggie and Peter Newhouse
- Tan Nguyen and An Le
- The Parretta Family
- Jason Parson
- Josh and Brittany Perkins
- Don and Sharon Phillips
- Drew and Krystal Pittenger
- The Rule Family
- Elaine Scheidecker
- Robert and Susan Selby
- Josh and Shannon Smith
- Ann and Jeff Songer
- State Street Financial
- Kathy Trager
- Phillip Vollenweider and Maria Vollenweider-Díaz
- Sara and Julia Weindruch
- Jacque and Dan Weindruch
- Michael and Courteney Williamson
- Tim and Hayley Ziegler
Phase II
Phase Two of the Welcome Project: The New Auxiliary Gym
As part of Oakhill’s commitment to providing state-of-the-art facilities, Phase Two of the Welcome Project focuses on the construction of a new auxiliary gym—an exciting milestone envisioned during our master planning session with the board just a few years ago and now becoming a reality.
This gym represents the largest square footage increase in the history of our main campus, transforming not only how we use our space but also how Oakhill is seen in the community. With this expanded footprint, we’ll have the room to support all students and programs, including athletic practices/games, drama productions, musicals, graduation ceremonies, large-scale events and much more!
The Welcome Project was designed with this addition in mind, ensuring it seamlessly integrates into our campus while elevating Oakhill’s presence and impact.
The new auxiliary gym is more than just a building—it’s a transformation for our students, families, and community. It embodies projects goal: opening doors to an elevated experience.
Estimated Timeline: Break ground 2026 or when funds are raised to begin project.
Naming Opportunities
| Opportunity | Donation |
|---|---|
| Auxiliary Gym | $500,000 |
| Parking Lot | $250,000 |
| Gymnasium Floor | $75,000 |
| Basketball Goals | $50,000 |
| Bleachers | $50,000 |
| Wall Pads | $15,000 |
Phase III
Phase 3: The Future Awaits
While the date for Phase 3 remains uncertain, the full picture of Oakhill’s campus transformation is coming into focus. With each step, we’re laying the groundwork for even greater possibilities. Stay tuned—exciting things are on the horizon, and we can’t wait to share them with you.
The best is yet to come.
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Suzanne McCanles
Head of School
Taylor Clevenger
Assistant Head of School of Non Academic Affairs