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Mission Statement: At Orchard View School, our overarching mission is to empower each and every student, fostering within them a profound and enduring passion for lifelong learning. To achieve this, we are committed to orchestrating a dynamic and transformative learning process meticulously crafted to not only challenge their intellectual capacities but also to provide unwavering support for their emotional growth and innate curiosity.

Within the nurturing environment of Orchard View School, students are encouraged to embark on a personalized educational journey where they autonomously choose their own path. Armed with the indispensable toolkit of 21st-century skills, they navigate the educational landscape with a sense of purpose, leveraging innovation, adaptability, and resilience to attain their academic goals.

Diversity is embraced as a cornerstone of our educational approach, with students immersing themselves in a rich tapestry of learning environments. From collaborative group settings to self-directed study, our students are exposed to varied contexts that serve as catalysts for holistic development.

Furthermore, information is not merely disseminated; it is accessed through a myriad of channels, ensuring that students develop versatile strategies for acquiring knowledge that resonate with their individual learning styles.

Moreover, at Orchard View School, education transcends the confines of traditional classroom settings. Our students actively participate in a spectrum of experiential learning opportunities meticulously designed to cultivate their creativity, foster innovation, and instill a foundation of critical thinking skills. Through hands-on projects, real-world simulations, and engaging activities, students are not only equipped with theoretical knowledge but also learn to apply and synthesize information in practical, meaningful ways.

In essence, our mission at Orchard View School is to provide a transformative educational experience that not only imparts knowledge but also instills a deep-seated love for learning—a love that extends far beyond the confines of the classroom and accompanies our students throughout their lifelong journey of intellectual and personal growth.

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Important Announcements

Calendar 2025-2026 School Year

You can access Orchard View School's 2025–2026 calendar at the following link. This calendar provides a concise overview of key dates, including the first and last days of school, holidays, breaks, and professional development days.

To view or download the calendar, please visit:

👉 Calendar2025-26.pdf

CAASPP 2025

The CAASPP (California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress) will begin the week of April 28, 2025. Students in grades 3–8 and 11 will participate in these state assessments for Mathematics and English Language Arts (ELA).  In addition, students in grades 5, 8, and 11/12 will also take the California Science Test (CAST) as part of the state testing program.

To help students do their best, please ensure they:

  • Get a good night's sleep

  • Eat a healthy breakfast each morning

For specific testing dates and details, please refer to the News and Announcements page linked above.

Thank you for your continued support!