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Living in Portland

Just south of Seattle, Portland offers the best of both worlds: lush forests, mountains, and coastline, plus the energy of a vibrant city. At OES, students don’t just live here; they learn from it.

From outdoor adventures and service projects to arts and science excursions, our program takes full advantage of Portland’s dynamic setting. This city is our classroom, our playground, and our inspiration.

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Top 20 Things To Do Before You Graduate from OES

1

Enter your design into the annual pumpkin carving contest

2

Complete the Ropes Course in the OES woods

3

Cheer on your fellow dormies at an athletic event

4

Be part of a theater production

5

Present your science research project at the Aardvark Science Expo

6

Be a part of a community engagement project by making dumplings at the Clay Street Table

7

Go dog sledding during Winterim

8

Explore literary worlds in Powell's City of Books
 

9

Serve as a tutor or mentor with students in the OES Lower School

10

Shoot the rapids on the Deschutes River during the senior rafting trip

11

Discover a new favorite dish in the dining hall 

12

Share your talent at the Dorm Retreat 

13

Take a group hike to a waterfall 

14

Bring your invention to life in the EC3 Design Center 

15

Check out one of Portland’s great neighborhoods and restaurants on a dorm activity

16

Join the Upper School dance club

17

Run for a leadership position in student government or create a club

18

Win a state championship or try a sport for the first time 

19

Conduct research in the wetlands 

20

Score against your teacher in the Seniors Vs. Faculty-Staff Basketball Game

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Discover OES Experiential Education: Where Learning Takes You Outdoors!

At OES, we believe in the power of applying classroom knowledge in the real world. Students step out of their comfort zone, overcome their fears, support one another, and experience incredible growth.