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OUSD welcomes the addition of the new Multi-Use/Gym Building at Orcutt Academy High School

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OUSD acquires its first electric-powered school bus.

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WELCOME TO ORCUTT UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Orcutt Union School District is located in the unincorporated area of Santa Barbara County, just south of the city of Santa Maria, and is part of the Santa Maria Valley. It encompasses the communities of Orcutt, Los Alamos, Casmalia, as well as some portions of the city of Santa Maria. Local industries include aerospace (Orcutt is within 15 miles of the Vandenberg Space Force Base), agriculture, health care, higher education, oil production, manufacturing, service related occupations, and a growing number of small and large commercial businesses.

OUSD ANNOUNCEMENTS

DISTRICT PARENTSQUARE COMMUNICATIONS

March 18, 2025

Join the OUSD Health Services Team!

The Orcutt Union School District currently has open positions for Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) and Administrative School Nurse. If you are passionate about making a difference in education and stud. . .

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WHAT SETS US APART

Our Mission

Students at Orcutt Union School District come first. We partner with our families and the community to ensure that each student has the skills, resilience and drive to achieve their full potential.  

Our Vision

Orcutt Union School District students experience a high quality education in a caring, inclusive, and safe environment that inspires them to discover their path, and pursue their goals and aspirations.

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Students First and Student Potential

We believe that the best interests of our students must be at the center of all decision-making in the District. We believe that with clear goals, opportunity, support, and hard work, students can realize their potential.

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Parent and Family Engagement

We believe that parents and families are essential partners with the District in their child’s education and development.

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Individualized Learning

We believe that students thrive when their individual learning needs are met.

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Innovation

We believe that risk-taking, in a safe, supportive environment, is essential for the continuous improvement of our schools and of public education.

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Leadership Opportunities

We believe that every student has the ability to lead and that it is our responsibility to help them develop the skills and provide them with the opportunities and experiences to do so.

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The Power of Community

We believe that when families, District staff, and the community actively work together to realize a shared vision for education, our students can reach their highest potential.

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Student Well-being

We believe that in order for students to learn, they must feel safe physically, socially, and emotionally.

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Mutual Respect

We believe that treating each other with dignity, respect and kindness is the foundation for positive and productive relationships between students, teachers, parents, District staff, the Board of Trustees and community members.

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Inclusiveness

We believe that engaging and appreciating diverse perspectives will make us stronger as a school community.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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