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Out-of-Door’s Middle School trips are planned to complement what our students have learned in all of their classes throughout the year. The goal of each excursion is to expand upon classroom lessons and broaden their knowledge and experiences in new, exciting, and often challenging ways. Click for photos from the sixth grade, seventh grade, and eighth grade trips.

Luca Marino drives in Logan Tribble with the winning run in the 9th inning of Thunder's 5-4 win over Seffner Christian in Class 2A regional title game.

Congratulations to this year’s outstanding student-athletes! Each sport named a Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player, and Athletic RISER, which have been posted on our social media channels and can be viewed in their entirety here.

Tristan McWilliam finishes his high school athletic career on a very high note.

Distance runner Tristan McWilliam wins the area's only state track gold medal; Lakewood Ranch High's Grace Marston earns silver.

Local Athletes Clean Up at FHSAA Track & Field Championships

On Tuesday, fourth grader Bethany Cox arrived at the Siesta Key Campus ready to push up her sleeves and act as the Head of Lower School for the day. The unique opportunity offered at Banyan Ball gives students the chance to step into each division head's shoes to experience what it is like to keep the school running smoothly. Click here for photos of her day.

The Thunder rallied from a 2-0 deficit with the benefit of three home runs while three ODA pitchers silence St. John Neumann hitters.

Student-artists were in the spotlight for two days filled with musical performances, visual art displays, and choral concerts. Click for photos from Lower School Arts Day and Middle & Upper School Arts Day.

The Out-of-Door Academy celebrated seven senior student-athletes who have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level on Wednesday, April 27. Click for photos.

ODA students' collaborative reading project brings campuses together. Click for photos.

One of ODA's favorite traditions, Spirit Day, returned in full to the Uihlein Campus, with a day of friendly competition and camaraderie. Click here to view photos from the event.

The Class of 2035's heritage was celebrated with a multifaceted unit that included geography, language, culture, and music. Click here to view video from the event.

Directed by Ms. Thayer Greenberg and performed in The Black Box Theater, ODA's "Pippin" was an adaptation of the Broadway original.

ODA Trustee, parent, and CEO of Sunrise Scholars Mr. Ken Sommers visited the Uihlein Campus this week to speak with students about the ongoing challenges faced by the Ukrainian people.

Coach Rob Hollway is Ready to Tackle Thunder Football

After a two year hiatus, Banyan Ball returned for a night filled with decadence and delight. Click for photos from the glamorous evening.

Freshmen flex their artistic muscles for unique research assignments.

Mr. Andres Parra Brings Wealth of Experience to Thunder Athletics

ODA's Rhegan Duncombe '23 founded Gymnast to Gymnast after retiring from the sport.

Students, faculty, and staff threw themselves into the spirit of Homecoming in the lead up to the big game. Click for photos.

An Out-of-Door’s Thomas Vicente '23 turns his volunteer experience into a yearlong sustainability project.

The sound of wailing guitars and rhythmic percussion combined with harmonized vocals, strings, and horns filled the vast space at Woodland Community Church at last week’s 90s Rock Concert. Click here to view photos from the concert and view a video of the performance here.

With gentle breezes and cooler temperatures, Mother Nature lent a hand to set the stage for this year's Winter Wonderland-themed Thunder Fun Day! Click for photos.

This week the Class of 2022 traveled to Siesta Key to spend time bonding with their kindergarten buddies. Click here for photos.

Freshmen at ODA learn the intricacies of obtaining and documenting research through a unique approach.

Middle Schoolers gain valuable experience in project management, creativity and product design while energizing their love of learning during collaborative iInnovate Day.

Middle school students get a chance to create their own products at iInnovate Day.

Upper School musicians give STEM students a unique, live science lesson that provided a visual representation of various sounds.