About Us
About Us
The mission of Bishop O'Connell High School is to provide students an education rooted in the life of Christ and to foster the pursuit of excellence in the whole person.
Admissions
O'Connell Admissions
Find all the information about applying to Bishop O'Connell here, including how and when to visit, deadlines and much more.

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Academics
Academics
Bishop O'Connell offers a challenging college-prep curriculum that includes 28 AP subjects and 36 honors courses. Our faculty is committed to helping students see their potential and to continue reaching to fulfill God’s plan for them.
Student Life
Student Life
It's always a great day to be a KNIGHT! We yell "D-J-O" which is the full name of our school: Denis J. O'Connell. Our student body of 1,100 is spirited and involved--from our 40+ year tradition of Superdance to find a cure for cystic fibrosis, to our Tuckahoe Elementary School tutors--there's something for everyone.
Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry
Campus Ministry provides opportunities for our students to experience the presence of Jesus in the Blessed Eucharist, to experience His healing power in the sacrament of Reconciliation, and to enter into a relationship with Him in personal prayer.
The Arts
The Arts
Bishop O'Connell has a vibrant and award-winning arts program. Our belief is that the Arts belong to everyone and that our school community will be enriched if every student has the opportunity for self-expression.
Athletics
Sports as a Ministry
The athletics program seeks to use the virtues of fortitude, teamwork, and athletic excellence as a means of drawing students to a personal relationship with Christ, a spirit of service to others, and to develop the habits of mind and body which lead to continued success.
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Support O'Connell
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National Recognition Awards

Aug 31 2022

Eleven Bishop O'Connell students were recently recognized as part of the 2022 College Board’s National Recognition Programs.

2022 Fall Sports Tryouts

Jul 25 2022

Information on the first day of tryouts for fall sports is now posted.

Katie Kutz '23 Named Gatorade Virginia Softball Player of the Year

Jun 9 2022

Congratulations to Katie Kutz who is the fourth Gatorade Virginia Softball Player of the Year to be chosen from Bishop O'Connell High School.

Student-athletes recognized as All-Conference, All-State or All-Met selections for Spring 2022

Jun 6 2022

March 29, 2022 - Student-athletes recognized as All-Conference, All-State or All-Met selections for the Winter 2021-2022 season.

Virginia Teacher of the Year!

May 25 2022

The Air and Space Force Association named Melissa Pore as the 2022 Virginia State Teacher of the Year.