Our Mission
Students at Orcutt Union School District come first. Our mission is to safely nurture, educate, inspire, and empower our students to successfully navigate and thrive in an ever changing world.
Our Vision
As the heart of the communities we serve, the Orcutt Union School District will foster high levels of student success through multiple pathways of learning. Our highly trained, dedicated staff will offer all students a world-class education, that leads the way in innovation and creativity, and will be known for its caring, collaborative and inclusive culture.
Our Goals
High Quality Instruction
We will provide and support engaging, high quality instruction, which promotes active learning and maximizes student achievement while creating a positive culture.
- Implementation of rigorous curriculum
- Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
- Assessment & Accountability
- Physical Education
- Visual and Performing Arts
Future Ready
We will provide an innovative curriculum, utilizing flexible learning environments that will prepare students to be future-ready, and thrive in a global society.
- The 4 Cs
- Critical Thinking
- Collaboration
- Creativity and Innovation
- Communication
- Character and Citizenship Development
- CTE and Career Pathways
- Cultural Understanding
- Adaptive Learning Spaces
Professional Development & Wellness
We will provide our staff inspiring, relevant, and meaningful, learning and wellness opportunities in a safe supportive environment, to prepare for the ever-changing needs of our district.
- Professional Learning Communities
- Effective Professional Development
- Cutting-Edge presenters
- Flexible times
- Coaching
- Choice
- Staff Wellness
Whole Child Approach
We will provide inspiring, creative, healthy and safe environments that nurture imagination and compassion; fostering engaged, supported and challenged students.
- Social Emotional Learning
- Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS)
- Mindfulness
- School Safety
Resources
We will be good stewards of our resources and pursue new avenues to support the goals of our
district.
- Finances
- Infrastructure
- Human Resources
- Community
- Facilities and Grounds