Focus on Results:  Results and committment are demanded of all teachers, students and employees. Data is analyzed and used for decision making.

Small Schools:  150-250 student schools with target student/teacmaking. Teacher ratio of 25:1.

High Expectations of All: High expectations and a commitment from the entire school community.

State Aligned Curriculum: Demanding, state aligned curriculum for all subjects.

Increased Intructional Time: OCA offers increased instructional minutes in essential areas that meet or exceed state requirements.

Honor Hard Work: Our schools must be demanding to close achievement gaps and to offer our students various opportunities upon graduation. A rigorous academic program for ALL students is our cornerstone.

Personal Responsibility: Take responsibility and initiative in our lives and encourage accountability for our actions.

College Preparatory Curriculum with Academic Support: Demanding college prep. education for all students with curriculum aligned to State Standards and University of California and California State University (A-G ) course requirements.  Also, we will offer needed support programs to assure all students master challenging curriculum.

Talented Staff: Smart teachers who believe in high standards for all and are committed to working diligently with our students to assure individual student success. Ongoing Professional Development will be provided to these individuals.

Commitment to OCA Program: 1) Unwavering belief in all students’ potential, 2) Always try your best 3) Personal responsibility, 4) Respect for others and self, 5) All stakeholders are critical and accountable for student success.