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The OASIS program (Orientation, Assessment, Self,
Insight, Society) is designed to support and enhance new students' academic success.
For the first three weeks at Orangewood, students are together four periods a day in
OASIS. The primary goals of OASIS are: to strengthen students' sense of confidence,
choice, responsibility, and community; to provide a smoother transition for both students
and staff. By the end of the program, students understand the policies, procedures,
and opportunities of their school; have practiced goal-setting, self-reflection (daily
journals and discussions), tolerance and cooperation (conflict resolution and peacemaking
activities). Most importantly, students experience a sense of belonging which is
crucial to their success and which can be seen in our nearly nonexistent dropout
rate. The idea of bringing new students together for a three week Orientation
Program has proven to be a simple, yet highly effective way to increase their educational
success.
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