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.
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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Girls XC Takes State Crown

Nov 12 2019

Congratulations to the girls cross country team, winning the 2019 VISAA Div. I championship!

French and Spanish Exchange Program

Nov 7 2019

O'Connell students traveled to France and Spain in October as part of the school's exchange program with sister schools overseas.

Peer Mentors at Marymount Inclusion Event

Nov 7 2019

A group of Bishop O'Connell students attended the inaugural Diocesan Peer Mentor Leadership Institute at Marymount University last week.

Winter Sports Tryout Dates

Oct 29 2019

Winter sports tryouts have been posted...

Head of School Search

Oct 23 2019

The Catholic Diocese of Arlington has engaged Partners in Mission to manage a national search for the next Head of School at Bishop O'Connell High School.