Celebrate the power of story, poetry, and identity at ARTworks 2026 with acclaimed poet, musician, and multidisciplinary artist Joy Harjo. As the first Native American to serve as United States Poet Laureate, Harjo brings a voice that is both deeply personal and profoundly universal — blending music, memory, and heritage into an unforgettable artistic experience. In addition to her celebrated literary and musical work, ARTworks 2026 will offer a rare opportunity to experience her visual art, with original paintings on display for the first time. More details to come on this inspiring and immersive showcase.
ARTworks Committee
Annatina Aaronson, Ken Busby ’85, Holbrook Lawson ’82, Leigh Ann Moss, Shannon Green Richards ’02, Eric Richards ’00, Liz White, Erin Yancy
2026 Chairs: Emily & Doug Keith
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Sarah Smith
Holland Hall Chaplain Sarah Smith joined Holland Hall in 2023 after coaching at independent schools in Oklahoma City, then leading her own parish, before spending time at the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma.
She holds degrees from Notre Dame and Vanderbilt.
A sixth-generation Oklahoman who graduated from an independent school, she is uniquely qualified to teach religion courses and offer pastoral care at Holland Hall.
Christy Utter
Christy serves as the Middle School Chaplain in addition to her role as head field hockey coach. A 1992 graduate of Holland Hall, Utter coached at the University of Louisville and Brown before returning to Holland Hall.
She holds degrees from the University of North Carolina and the University of Louisville.
Her mission as a chaplain is simple: Helping students to understand the consequences of their choices, helping them to develop a strong moral compass, and guiding them as they lead of life of loving others with compassion, no judgment, and understanding and appreciating the differences in others.
Kristin Lees
Kristin serves as the Primary School Chaplain and is instrumental in teaching the Second Step curriculum, which promotes social and emotional skills in children. The program fosters and builds skills related to empathy, communication, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.
