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
The generosity of the Bishop O'Connell community is the difference between a "good" Catholic education and the exceptional experience our students receive during their time here.

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National Awards and Honors

Virginia Gatorade Players of the Year

Marcus Ginyard (Boys Basketball) - 2005
Kelley Engman (Softball) - 2006
Tori Finucane (Softball) - 2012, 2013
Kathryn Sandercock (Softball) - 2017
Katie Kutz (Softball) - 2022, 2023
Audrey McKeen (Girls Soccer) - 2025

McDonald's All-Americans

Kendall Marshall (Boys Basketball) - 2010
Melo Trimble (Boys Basketball) - 2014
Bryson Tucker (Boys Basketball) - 2024
Darius Bivins (Boys Basketball) - 2026

AVCA All-Americans

Claire Crutchfield (Girls Volleyball) - 2013
Maxine Friedman (Girls Volleyball) - 2016
Sarah Lawler (Girls Volleyball) - 2016
Anna Drahozal (Girls Volleyball) - 2021
Riley Debiec (Girls Volleyball) - 2021
Grace Maria (Girls Volleyball) - 2022
Madison Bowser (Girls Volleyball) - 2024
Erin Debiec (Girls Volleyball) - 2024