Students are grouped both by social and academic ability in a collaborative group-learning setting. Staff members work together to accentuate each other s strengths. Orca kindergarten classes are full-day. Other services A spring residential camp experience is offered for all children. Community involvement Parent participation is welcomed and encouraged.
Parents are true partners in decision making through the site council.
Students have the opportunity to engage in community centered activism through volunteer activities. The program here is child-centered and each child is valued as an individual with interests, ideas and valid feelings. Orca's vision is one of an active family of students, staff, parents and neighbors which values diversity and creativity, generates an enthusiasm for lifelong learning and nurtures humane, environmentally conscious and strong global citizens. Parents considering Orca for their children are requested to make a school visit before completing the enrollment form.