It’s faith lived out every morning, learning that’s personal and hands-on, and families who walk this journey together — not apart.
Before a single lesson begins, OCA turns its heart toward God — and that rhythm shapes the whole day.
Canvas & Clay Spiritual Formation is the first activity of every school day — prayer, Scripture, worship, and reflection that shape hearts before minds.
Our weekly chapel gathers the whole school in worship — and parents are always welcome to join us.
Before students arrive, our teachers gather for Bible devotion and prayer — seeking God’s plan for OCA and every child in their care.
Every child at OCA is known by name — and taught in a way that fits how they learn.
Small class sizes mean teachers know each student’s strengths, struggles, and next steps — and can adjust for them daily.
Timeless skills — reading, writing, logic, rhetoric — paired with wisely-used AI tools that support, not replace, real teaching.
Labs, projects, studio time, and real-world work make learning something students do, not just hear about.
We believe children flourish when they’re present — to God, to each other, and to the work in front of them. That’s why OCA makes some countercultural choices most schools don’t.
Students are free from the pull of a phone in their pocket during the school day.
We ask families to hold off on social media so childhood stays childhood a little longer.
Weekdays are reserved for family, reading, play, and rest — screens can wait for the weekend.
A shared uniform lowers comparison and distraction, and keeps the focus on character and learning.
OCA is a shared journey. Two monthly gatherings keep families and teachers walking it together.
A recurring, monthly touchpoint between home and classroom — so families stay close to how their child is growing, academically and personally.
Parents gather each month to pray together for their children, our teachers, and the life of the school — community formed on our knees.
Learning at OCA doesn’t stay in a notebook. Students turn what they know into something they can present, publish, and perform.
Students regularly present their work aloud, building confidence and clear communication.
Short student-created music videos and plays connect learning to performance and storytelling.
Middle schoolers complete capstone projects that bring years of learning to a meaningful finish.
Starting in 5th grade, students put learning into action by serving others beyond OCA’s walls.
Every volume of the OCA Community Magazine is created with our students’ own work — a window into how faith, learning, and fellowship come alive here.
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