The Rappahannock River is studied thematically throughout the St. Margaret's School experience.

The river is brought into the academic, social, and athletic programs across and beyond the curriculum.

The eighth grade travels to the headwaters in the Blue Ridge Mountains, freshmen go to Fredericksburg above the fall line, sophomores stay in Tappahannock, juniors go to the Chesapeake Bay, and seniors see the ocean at Virginia Beach.

Other annual river-themed activities circulate throughout the school year include kayaking and swimming in the river, raising oysters in Ecology class, art projects, the Parent Council Rubber Duck Derby, and the commencement ceremony on the back lawn overlooking the river.

Fall: Tennis, Field Hockey, Volleyball Winter: Basketball, Swimming, Indoor Track Spring: Soccer, Softball The after-school physical education program educates students on the rules and skills associated with the sports offered at St. Margaret's School.