A daily thirty-two minute tutorial allows students to receive individual assistance from any of their instructors. To fulfill a commitment to student success, OVHS offers opportunities for all students to have a variety of experiences while improving on individual strengths. OVHS's students are well prepared for college, university or a career. The program provides an intellectually rigorous and academically demanding curriculum for students in schools around the world. IB emphasizes critical thinking and research skills as part of the learning process.
Students take classes in English, science, mathematics, social studies, and foreign language.
In addition, a 4,000 word extended essay, a Theory of Knowledge class, and 150 hours of community service are required for the full diploma which is awarded from the IB office in Geneva, Switzerland. OVHS is one of only nine public high schools in Orange County to offer the IB diploma. Before textbooks are purchased, they are thoroughly evaluated by teachers, administrators and curriculum specialists, made available for review by the community and approved by the Board of Trustees. Texts are replaced on a regular schedule, assuring that students use current and timely instructional materials. The effective use of instructional technology is also emphasized, with computer assisted instruction in the academic, business and technological programs.