Student performance, school goals, instructional techniques, and alignment with the State Frameworks and District guidelines are regularly evaluated to assure the highest quality program of education. The school staff participates in district-wide curriculum development in the subject matter that they teach. All courses in the Orange Coast Middle College High School are aligned with California Department of Education's Curriculum Frameworks, modifying the school plan based on changes in each subject area as well as basic skills test scores. Orange Coast Middle College High School held three staff development days to analyze student assessment and to plan improvement of instruction strategies. The staff maintains a positive learning environment that enables students to acquire basic skills, think critically, and apply knowledge.
Students receive awards for positive behavior and outstanding effort on a regular basis.
The students are given many opportunities to be recognized for academic achievement and outstanding behavior. Students are expected to understand and follow school rules in order to maintain an environment in which all students can learn. Because there is consistent enforcement of a common set of behavioral standards, as well as constant communication between staff and parents, very few are referred to the school administrator. All textbooks being considered for adoption are thoroughly reviewed and evaluated by a committee of teachers, administrators, parents, and curriculum specialists. These materials are made available for review by the community at the District Office, and are approved by the Board of Education before adoption.