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Welcome to the Orcutt School for Independent Study. Orcutt Union School District is proud to offer an Independent Study program for families seeking an alternative educational pathway. This program is currently housed on the Ralph Dunlap Elementary campus. We provide options for:
- Independent Study
- Includes a full at-home learning experience with some virtual instruction.
- Hybrid (blended) Study
- Provides a blend of at-home learning with additional in-class, on-campus instruction.
- Dual-enrollment
- For junior high in which up to two classes are offered in person at one of our junior high campuses with the remaining classes being virtual/blended.
To begin the enrollment process, please click the Intent to Enroll button.
Once notified of acceptance, official online enrollment can begin for all students not currently attending OUSD.
For additional information, please contact the office manager at 805-960-5572, or email the Principal, Katherine Adler.
OSIS NEWS
September 1, 2026
Air Quality Update: Monitoring Local Conditions
Dear Orcutt Families,District leadership is actively monitoring local air quality following an Air Quality Watch issued by Santa Barbara County health officials. Here is the current information we ...
August 14, 2026
Reducing Screen Time for Orcutt Union School District Students
Reducing Screen Time for Orcutt Union School District Students August 14, 2026 Dear Families, We want to let you know about a change taking shape across our schools this year: a renewed, district-w...
August 4, 2026
Action Required - Annual Notification of Parent and Student Rights and Responsibilities 2026-2027
Dear Orcutt Families:Attached is our Annual Notification of Parent & Student Rights & Responsibilities for the 2026-2027 school year. This document covers your rights and responsibilities a...
WHAT SETS US APART
Orcutt School for Independent Study provides an alternative educational pathway.
Flexibility
Provides innovative avenues of study and educational options
Caring relationships
Places a premium on academic learning where students achieve their potential
Partnership
Students, parents, staff, and community work together to ensure a nurturing, caring environment
See Something? Say Something!
Report a threat to student safety, a bullying situation, or any other non-emergency safety concern.
Information submitted will be sent to the school principal. This form is anonymous, but you will be given an opportunity to provide your name and contact information if you wish. While this is not a 24/7 monitoring system, we review reports as quickly as possible when school is in session.
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