Value Diversity
OCS values all our students, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, language, family composition or socioeconomic status.
Put Students First
OCS places students first by making student centered decisions. The primary consideration in every decision is what is best for our students.
Excellence In All We Do
Every student deserves rigorous and creative educational opportunities that allow them to excel and grow through excellent teaching and learning. OCS supports staff with cutting edge resources to continue their professional growth to meet the needs of every student.
Prioritize Equity
Every student must have equitable access to resources and engaging opportunities to support their individual educational journey by ensuring that systems, structures, policies, and practices do not discriminate against students. We prioritize equity to be front and center in all we do.
Provide a Safe Environment
Every student deserves an emotionally and physically safe environment in which to learn.
Serve the Whole Child
In service to children, we provide an education that addresses the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical needs of each and every student.
Inclusive Culture & Climate Starts with Us
OCS cultivates mutually respectful and trusting relationships in an inclusive environment. We value and respect individual differences, so students, staff, and families feel trusted, welcomed, safe, respected, and valued.
Accountability
We hold ourselves accountable for outcomes for every student. We will create a transparent environment where students, staff, and the community can understand who, what, when, and how OCS serves students.
Collaborate
Students, staff, families, and the community at-large collaborate for the betterment of our district and community.