Grandparents Are Part of the Orchard House Family!
Grandparents hold a cherished place in our school Orchard House community, and we’d love to celebrate and connect with you this school year. Below are several opportunities to join us on campus, spend time with your grandchildren, and connect with other Orchard House families. We can’t wait to see you!
Community Yoga Wednesday, December 10 | 6:00pm
OHMS alumna Jordan Reid '05 is leading a community yoga class that is free and open to all!
Who is this class for?
Anyone, including children! This is an accessible class that is geared towards anyone. Modifications will be offered if needed, but the goal here is to ground, breathe, clear our heads, and move our bodies. Members of the Greater Richmond community are welcome.
Winter Ceremony Friday, December 19 | 9:00am - 11:00am
Winter Ceremony is a time-honored tradition of Orchard House Middle School. Every year on the last day before Winter Vacation, we enjoy a memory-making morning, wherein each class plays a special role in sharing their gifts with the community. This event is part of the fabric of tradition at Orchard House, and students spend weeks preparing to experience it with their families. Grandparents, grandfriends, and extended family are all invited to share Winter Ceremony with us!
Family Social New Year Coffee Wednesday, January 7 | 8:00-9:00am
Start the new year with us at a relaxed Coffee & Conversation gathering. Drop in during this time for a warm drink and a chance to connect with other Orchard House families.
Grandparents Day Friday, February 13 | 11:00am-1:20pm
Grandparents and Grandfriends Day is a much-anticipated event at Orchard House Middle School! Join your granddaughter/grandfriend to meet the teachers, friends, and community she loves. Please plan to bring a picnic lunch for yourself and your granddaughter. A formal invitation and registration are forthcoming!
Alumnae Career Day Friday, February 27 | 11:40am-12:40pm
Join us for a fun and casual alumnae panel where graduates from across the years will share where life has taken them since Orchard House. Students will get to hear real stories, ask questions, and even pick up a little advice our alumnae would give their middle school selves. This event is geared toward current students, but families are invited to hear from our amazing alumnae, too!
Studio Morning Art Showcase Thursday, March 19 | 8:30am
The arts are a big deal at Orchard House, with dedicated class time 3 times a week for students to explore a different discipline each quarter. Studio Morning is a chance for our students to showcase what they’ve been up to most recently. The 3rd quarter Studio Morning will feature 5th Grade Dance, 6th Grade Theater Arts, 7th Grade Music, and 8th Grade Visual Art.
Talent Show Friday, April 17 | 7:00-8:30pm
Our spring Talent Show is the heart of Orchard House spirit! It’s a celebration of creativity, courage, and fun, where students take the stage to share their talents and are cheered on by the most supportive audience around.
Studio Morning Art Showcase Friday, May 15 | 8:30am
The arts are a big deal at Orchard House, with dedicated class time 3 times a week for students to explore a different discipline each quarter. Studio Morning is a chance for our students to showcase what they’ve been up to most recently. The 4th quarter Studio Morning will feature 5th Grade Theater Arts, 6th Grade Dance, 7th Grade Visual Art, and 8th Grade Music.
8th Grade Graduation Friday, May 29 | 5:00-7:00pm
Our 8th Grade Graduation is a celebration of each student’s journey at Orchard House. Every graduate writes and delivers her own speech, sharing reflections, memories, and aspirations with the community. The ceremony brings together the entire school, including students, alumnae, faculty, and families, to honor our 8th Graders and celebrate this milestone together.
Supporting OHMS: Help our girls change the world for the better.
At Orchard House Middle School, we believe nothing is more important than preparing young women with the confidence and skills to make meaningful change. Through every aspect of our academic and extracurricular programs, we instill leadership, responsibility, and passion so that our students leave with a strong sense of self and purpose.
We depend on the generosity of our school community to continue our mission of educating and inspiring our students. Every gift, no matter the size, helps us continue shaping a place where girls feel seen, celebrated, and empowered. Every gift truly makes a difference! Explore ways to give here.
